The honeymoon is over in Seattle. Pete Carroll assembled a staff of losers and now the team is spiraling downwards.
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Pete Carroll wanted to rest Tarvaris Jackson another week
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Tarvaris Jackson didn't start Sunday, but he took over after two possessions and had a career day passing. (AP Photo)
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