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Seahawks position preview: Backup quarterback

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - NOVEMBER 29: Anthony Gordon #18 of the Washington State Cougars looks to throw the ball against the Washington Huskies in the first quarter during their game at Husky Stadium on November 29, 2019 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Abbie Parr/Getty Images)

The Seahawks have two options for backup quarterback and only one will make the roster. Who will be the coin toss king, Geno Smith or Anthony Gordon?

With the most injury-immune quarterback in the league Russell Wilson leading the huddle, the backup battle has always been an afterthought. In his eight seasons, Russell has not missed a single game, regular season or playoffs.