Preview of Hawks vs. Rams

Two 2-11 teams don't typically make for an exciting late-season game, but Sunday's game between the Seattle Seahawks and St. Louis Rams might prove to be an exception to the rule. With a history of bad blood between the two teams and both squads desperate for a win, this could turn out to be a great game.A few issues that could add intrigue to the game:1. Richie Incognito. The St. Louis offensive lineman seems to generate an inordinate amount of controversy. His teammates and coaches point to an aggressive style of play and commitment to winning, while opponents claim he's a dirty player. Several Hawks have strongly implied that Incognito will be a particular target this week after making a number of dirty plays in the first meeting this season. From what I've seen of him, he's a dirty player who looks for opportunities to put opponents out of the game. He's a jerk and everyone in the league knows it. Here's hoping you get busted up and good, buddy!2. Josh Brown. Brown was possibly the most beloved place kicker in the league during his time in Seattle. While his departure hasn't been significant statistically, a lot of Seattle fans have hard feelings about him leaving, and they let him know about it in the first game, which was played in Seattle. If he gets a chance to kick an important field goal late in the game, he could win the game for St. Louis.3. Walter Jones and Mike Wahle. The future Hall-of-Famer is out again this week (for the rest of the season, probably), leaving an ailing Matt Hasselbeck with even less protection. Frankly, I'm not sure that St. Louis has much of a pass rush to worry about, but Jones's absence is still a concern, especially with Wahle out as well.Bottom line: The Hawks aren't a good team this year (it REALLY hurts to type that sentence!), but St. Louis is dreadful. Maurice Morris is starting again, which is a good sign that we're going to run the ball. Last week a makeshift offensive line controlled a stout New England defense for most of the game. If they play like that against St. Louis, they'll steamroll the Rams. Look for Morris to rack up big numbers and for Hasselbeck to spread the ball to a number of receivers, particularly John Carlson and Koren Robinson. My prediction: Seahawks 28, Rams 10.