Seattle Seahawks linebacker Shaquem Griffin has seen an increase in playing time since Week 10. He was on the field for 33% of the team’s snaps in their 17-9 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles and recorded a tackle and two quarterback hits.
Griffin’s twin brother and fellow Seahawks defender, Shaquill, is thrilled to see him receive opportunities to prove himself in the NFL.
“It’s been crazy just to see him out there,” Shaquill told 710 ESPN Seattle on Tuesday. “It’s a feeling that we’ve been looking forward to for a long time and it’s awesome to see the organization give him a chance and let him do what does, and that’s just play fast. And then when he lines up on the same side as me, it’s a great feeling. I remember my mom texted me after the game, was just like it just gave her chills to see us on the same side again. It’s just awesome to see him actually make the plays that he’s been making.”
Shaquill believes Shaquem is on the cusp of notching the first sack of his NFL career and can’t wait to see the play in person.
“We still got some games left, it could possibly still happen,” Shaquill said. “I just know every time he makes a play, it makes me want to make a play, so that’s that little rivalry we’ve always had. It’s cool to have that little friendly competition on the field. It’s good to have that back.”
Shaquem will have another opportunity to make plays and perhaps get his first sack against the Minnesota Vikings this week during “Monday Night Football.”
