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Seattle routed San Francisco 49ers 41-6 in the NFC Divisional Round, delivering one of San Francisco’s worst playoff losses. Kenneth Walker III scored three touchdowns, Sam Darnold connected for a TD to Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and Brock Purdy struggled as Seattle’s defense stifled the Niners’ offense, highlighting a decisive Seahawks performance and fueling postgame reaction across outlets.
Seattle overwhelmed the 49ers in all three phases—special teams igniting the show with a 95-yard return, a stout defense forcing turnovers, and an efficient offense—as they rolled to a 41-6 victory and earned a home NFC Championship appearance.
Seattle leads San Francisco 24-6 at halftime in the NFC Divisional Round after a fast start that included a Rashid Shaheed kickoff return and a Sam Darnold TD pass to Jaxon Smith-Njigba, with Kenneth Walker adding a score; this post is the 2nd-half live discussion thread inviting fans to keep the conversation going and finish the game.
Sam Darnold is active for Seattle’s NFC Divisional Round matchup with the 49ers despite an oblique injury; rookie Jalen Milroe is inactive as the emergency quarterback, and Josh Jones is out. Charles Cross returns, and Coby Bryant is back for Seattle. For San Francisco, Ricky Pearsall is active, Trent Williams returns, but George Kittle is out with an Achilles injury and placed on IR. The piece also lists the teams’ inactives for the game.
A NFC Divisional Round preview predicts Seattle will exploit the 49ers with a multi‑TD first half, force Brock Purdy turnovers, see Jaxon Smith-Njigba reach the end zone for the first time vs SF, and win 27-17 to advance to the NFC Championship.
Seattle heads into the NFC Divisional Round facing a retooled San Francisco offense under Kyle Shanahan that leans on gap runs, under-center play-action, and selective passes to keep linebackers honest. The Seahawks’ defense must maintain edge discipline to curb bootlegs and misdirection, while Klint Kubiak’s run schemes (split-zone/duo) aim to exploit the 49ers’ edge rush and create passing lanes. Offensively, finishing drives in the red zone and sustaining a strong rushing attack will be crucial to counter San Francisco’s adjustments and earn the win.
The NFL announced the 6th-seeded San Francisco 49ers will travel to the top-seeded Seattle Seahawks for the NFC Divisional Round at 5 p.m. PT on Saturday, Jan. 17, at Lumen Field (Fox). The winner advances to the NFC Championship against the winner of Rams vs Bears on Jan. 25 (time TBD).
The Green Bay Packers missed numerous opportunities in their NFC Divisional Round game against the San Francisco 49ers, ultimately costing them a trip to the NFC Championship Game. From missed interceptions to failed red zone conversions and a crucial missed field goal, the Packers let several chances slip away, leading to a heartbreaking defeat and the end of their season.
The Kansas City Chiefs will face the Buffalo Bills in the NFC divisional round at Highmark Stadium, with kickoff set for 6:30 p.m. ET/3:30 p.m. PT on Sunday, January 21, 2024. The game can be watched on CBS or streamed through Paramount+ and Fubo, offering NFL action with a Fubo subscription.
Packers' A.J. Dillon is inactive due to a neck injury, while cornerback Jaire Alexander is active despite an ankle injury for the NFC Divisional Round against the 49ers. Linebacker Isaiah McDuffie and punter Daniel Whelan are also active, and rookie Keshawn Banks is in over Brenton Cox Jr. for the Packers.
The Green Bay Packers will face the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC divisional round, marking their 10th playoff showdown. The game will feature a matchup between the Packers' young quarterback Jordan Love and the 49ers' Brock Purdy. Love has been playing exceptionally well, leading the Packers to wins in seven of their last nine games. The article provides an in-depth preview of the key matchups and predicts a close game with the Packers winning 34-31.
The Green Bay Packers are gearing up for the NFC Divisional round against the San Francisco 49ers, with a focus on improving their game despite recent strong performances. Both head coach Matt LaFleur and quarterback Jordan Love believe there's still more potential for the team. The young squad's playoff mentality is characterized by a mix of maturity and naivety, with a focus on enjoying the game and rising to the occasion. As they prepare to face the formidable 49ers, the Packers are aiming to reach their peak performance in the playoffs.
The Detroit News' Nolan Bianchi, John Niyo, Justin Rogers, and Bob Wojnowski offer predictions for the NFC divisional round game between the Detroit Lions and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with all four predicting a Lions victory. They emphasize the importance of home-field advantage, the Lions' improved health, and their ability to counter the Bucs' strengths. The predictions range from a 24-16 to a 31-24 victory for the Lions.
The Green Bay Packers aim to extend their winning streak by defeating the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Divisional Round, with five key strategies including starting fast, winning the turnover battle, utilizing running back Aaron Jones, pressuring 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy, and protecting quarterback Jordan Love to exploit the 49ers' zone defense.
The Green Bay Packers are set to face the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC Divisional Round, with the Packers Wire staff predicting a challenging game for the Packers. Despite the Packers' recent offensive success, the 49ers are seen as the more experienced and talented team, with concerns about the Packers' ability to stop the 49ers' efficient offense. The staff predictions lean towards a win for the 49ers, with scores ranging from 31-23 to 35-17 in favor of the 49ers.