Posted by ESPN.com's Mike Sando
The facts: The Seahawks fell to 1-1 with a 23-10 defeat to the 49ers at Candlestick Park in Week 2.
The upside: Even the worst defeats tend to feature a bright spot or two.
- Justin Forsett again appeared comfortable as the lone back in the three-receiver offense, finishing with five carries for 35 yards and six receptions for 57 yards. He remains a situational player, but not a bit player.
- The Seahawks held the 49ers to 7.6 yards per reception and a long pass of 17 yards.
- Seattle's pass protection held up better than expected under the circumstances, even when third-stringer Brandon Frye took over at left tackle. The Seahawks have become more effective functioning on the offensive line without starters.
- Lawrence Jackson had two more sacks and nearly had more, giving him three this season. He is improving.
- Rookie Deon Butler showed more signs he could become a good player with a 15-yard reception.
- Seneca Wallace generally played well after replacing Matt Hasselbeck.
- Initial medical reports suggest Hasselbeck escaped serious injury.
- It's a long season and Seattle isn't the only team searching for answers after a tough loss. The Patriots, Packers, Titans and others can relate.
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Mike Sando
Sando joined ESPN.com in 2007 after nine seasons covering the Seattle Seahawks for the Tacoma (Wash.) News Tribune. He lives in the Seattle-Tacoma area with his wife and two sons.
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