Matt Hasselbeck played quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks before Russell Wilson.
Seattle Seahawks Quarterbacks Pre-Russell Wilson Era
Before the arrival of Russell Wilson, who began his tenure as the Seattle Seahawks' starting quarterback in 2012, Matt Hasselbeck was a prominent figure under center for the team. Hasselbeck played for the Seahawks from 2001 to 2010, leading the team through a significant period, including a Super Bowl appearance.
The transition from Hasselbeck's era to Wilson's marked a new chapter in Seahawks history. While several quarterbacks might have been on the roster or even started a few games in 2011 (the year immediately preceding Wilson's debut), Matt Hasselbeck is recognized as the established starting quarterback whose main period concluded right before Wilson's dominant run began.
Here's a look at some of the Seattle Seahawks' long-serving starting quarterbacks and their respective periods:
| Name | Period |
|---|---|
| Russell Wilson | 2012–2021 |
| Matt Hasselbeck | 2001–2010 |
| Dave Krieg | 1980–1991 |
| Jim Zorn | 1976–1984 |
This table highlights the quarterbacks who have had the most games as starters for the Seattle Seahawks, providing a clear lineage of the team's signal-callers. For a comprehensive list of Seattle Seahawks starting quarterbacks, you can refer to their official records and history.
