The Seattle Seahawks head to Levi’s Stadium to take on the San Francisco 49ers in Week 18 of the 2025 NFL season. This game is set for Saturday, January 3, 2026, at 8:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on ABC.
The Seahawks have a strong road record of 7-1-0 this season. The 49ers have a solid home record of 5-2-0. Both teams are in the NFC West, and this game will be key for division standings.
Seahawks Preview
The Seattle Seahawks have had a strong season, winning their last five games. Their quarterback, Sam Darnold, has played well, throwing for 3,850 passing yards and ranking first in the team. Jaxon Smith-Njigba is a key player with 1,709 receiving yards and 10 touchdowns, making him a top performer in the league.
In their recent game against the Carolina Panthers, the Seahawks won 27-10. Zach Charbonnet led the rushing attack with 110 yards and two touchdowns. The defense was solid too, with Boye Mafe getting a sack to help stop the Panthers.
The Seahawks have some injuries to manage heading into their game against the 49ers. Cody White and Tory Horton are out for the season. Rashid Shaheed is questionable with a concussion but was limited in practice, giving hope for his return.
49ers Preview
The San Francisco 49ers have been strong at home this season. They recently won a high-scoring game against the Chicago Bears, 42-38. The game took place at Levi’s Stadium, where the 49ers gained 32 first downs.
Brock Purdy is an important player for the 49ers. He threw for 303 yards with three touchdowns and one interception in the game against the Bears. Christian McCaffrey also played a key role with 140 rushing yards and one rushing touchdown.
The team’s defense has been solid, with players like Tatum Bethune leading in tackles. The 49ers’ defense ranks 8th in opponent offensive yards. However, they face challenges with several injuries affecting key players like Nick Bosa and Fred Warner.
Betting Prediction
The Seahawks have a strong passing game, ranked 8th in the league. They have scored 375 points this season. This suggests they can put points on the board.
The 49ers have an even better offense, ranked 4th in passing yards. They have scored 389 points this season. This means they can also score well.
Defensively, the 49ers rank low in opponent scores, at 26th. This indicates they might give up points. The total of 49.5 might be reached if both teams play to their offensive strengths.
- Pick: Over 49.5 (-111)
