(Renton, WA)  --  With all the problems the Seahawks are experiencing on offense, the defense continues to play well.  The most outstanding stat for Seattle's defense is points per game, with the Seahawks leading the NFL with an average of 17 points allowed per contest, a third of a percentage point better than at this time last season.  The Hawks are third in the category of yards allowed per rush, with three-point-five.  Seattle will host Carolina this Sunday night.