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Seahawks' 'Tush Push' Sparks Super Bowl Hopes Amid Injuries

1/31/2026

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The Seattle Seahawks transformed their short-yardage game with the 'tush push,' pivotal to their Super Bowl run against the New England Patriots.
Under offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, the team adopted the strategy after 2024 short-yardage struggles.
Tight end AJ Barner has excelled in this role, converting 26 of 36 third- or fourth-and-1 attempts this season.
The Seahawks face challenges with the injury-related loss of running back Zach Charbonnet.

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Story summary

The Seattle Seahawks transformed their short-yardage game with the 'tush push,' pivotal to their Super Bowl run against the New England Patriots.
Under offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, the team adopted the strategy after 2024 short-yardage struggles.
Tight end AJ Barner has excelled in this role, converting 26 of 36 third- or fourth-and-1 attempts this season.
The Seahawks face challenges with the injury-related loss of running back Zach Charbonnet.