The San Francisco 49ers and the Seattle Seahawks are set to play in the 2025 Divisional Playoffs. The game will take place at Lumen Field in Seattle, Washington. This will be a night game on Saturday, January 17, 2026, starting at 8:00 PM and broadcast on FOX.
The 49ers head into this game with a regular season record of 12-5 and a postseason record of 1-0. Their head coach is Kyle Shanahan. The Seahawks finished the regular season with a record of 14-3. They are led by head coach Mike Macdonald. The weather forecast calls for clear skies and cool temperatures, making for favorable playing conditions.
49ers Preview
The San Francisco 49ers had a rough time against the Seattle Seahawks, losing 13-3. Their offense struggled, getting only 9 first downs and 120 passing yards. Brock Purdy, the quarterback, threw for 127 yards with 1 interception.
Christian McCaffrey continues to be a key player for the 49ers. In the game against the Chicago Bears, he rushed for 140 yards and had a receiving touchdown. The team managed 42 points, showing strong offensive skills.
In their victory over the Indianapolis Colts, the 49ers scored 48 points. Brock Purdy had an impressive performance with 5 touchdown passes and 295 yards. The team also had a solid ground game, rushing for 145 yards.
Seahawks Preview
The Seattle Seahawks have been strong in recent games. They won their last five games. This shows they have a solid team this season.
Their quarterback, Sam Darnold, played all 17 regular season games. He passed for 4048 yards, ranking fifth in the league. He also threw 25 touchdown passes.
Seattle’s defense has been effective too. They ranked sixth in sacks with 45. This helps the team control games and keep opponents’ scores low.
Betting Prediction
The 49ers have a strong passing game, ranked 4th in the league, but they struggle on defense, especially in preventing scores. Their defense allows 436 points, ranking 26th. Despite these defensive issues, the 49ers’ ability to score might be limited against a solid Seahawks defense.
The Seahawks defense allows only 368 points, ranking 11th. They also rank 6th in sacks, which could put pressure on the 49ers’ passing game. Seattle’s defense might limit San Francisco’s scoring chances, keeping the total score low.
On the offensive side, the Seahawks rank 27th in rushing yards, which might slow down their scoring pace. Both teams are strong in passing interceptions, which could lead to turnovers and fewer scoring opportunities. Overall, the defensive strengths of both teams suggest a lower-scoring game.
- Pick: Under 44.5 (-108)
