Rashid Shaheed reflects on stark contrasts between Seahawks and Saints
Wide receiver Rashid Shaheed has made a significant impact in his short time with the Seattle Seahawks, having joined the team just five games ago following a trade from the New Orleans Saints. The transition has been marked by a palpable difference in team dynamics and overall morale.
“I haven’t been part of a playoff team yet, and you can feel the difference,” Shaheed remarked after the Seahawks’ commanding Week 14 victory against the Atlanta Falcons. His words highlight a stark contrast between his current environment and the struggles he faced in New Orleans.
A Winning Atmosphere
Shaheed praised the Seahawks for their unity and belief in one another. “You can feel how everybody is bought in and how everybody believes that we can win, and it’s a great feeling,” he explained. This sense of camaraderie and confidence was evident to him from day one. “In the locker room, vibes are high, everybody believes. That’s how a team comes out victorious every Sunday.”
The Seahawks, who were already boasting a strong 6-2 record at the time of Shaheed’s arrival, have since surged to a remarkable 10-3. They are firmly in the mix for the top spot in the NFC, riding a wave of momentum as the playoffs approach.
Saints Struggles Continue
In stark contrast, the Saints have been mired in a disappointing season. When they traded Shaheed, the team was struggling with a 1-8 record and had just endured four consecutive losses. Despite a slight improvement since the trade, with a current record of 3-10, they have been officially eliminated from playoff contention.
As Shaheed continues to thrive in his new surroundings, the differences between the Seahawks and Saints become increasingly evident—an encapsulation of the highs and lows that can define an NFL season.
