Kam Chancellor relishing Tony Gonzalez "challenge"

Seattle Seahawks safety Kam Chancellor has admitted that he is ready to raise his game for the challenge of covering Atlanta Falcons safety Tony Gonzalez.

The 37-year-old had an excellent game against the Seahawks last season when he caught six passes for 51 yards and a touchdown in the Falcons' Divisional Round playoff win over Pete Carroll's side.

Chancellor told the club's official website: "I'm looking forward to it. Anytime you get a guy like that and people look at it as a challenge, I'm always ready for it. I'm ready to maximize my game.

"He's been consistent the whole time. That's what makes you a great player and that's what he is."

The Seahawks are 8-1 in their season going into week 10.