Two weeks ago, the NFL power rankers were beginning to believe in the Seahawks. Now? Well, let's just say consecutive home losses did not impress.
With Week 16 in the books, the NFL clarified what the playoff picture looks like heading into the holidays. Here is the Seahawks' path.
Chicago Bears wide receiver Bernard Berrian, left, catches a 40-yard pass for a touchdown as Seattle Seahawks' Kelly Herndon, center, and Oliver Celestin, right, defend during the third quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 1, 2006 in Chicago. (AP Photo)
Seattle must win each of its final two games, beginning with Thursday's showdown against the Chicago Bears at Soldier Field. The Seahawks currently trail the Los Angeles Rams by a game in the NFC West and could still be eliminated if they win Thursday.
The Minnesota Vikings almost couldn't be doing this more quietly. Justin Jefferson was brilliant, with 10 catches for 144 yards and two touchdowns as the Vikings beat the Seahawks 27-24 to keep pace with the Lions in the NFC North and for the top seed in the NFC playoffs at 13-2.
The Seattle Seahawks (8-7) face the Chicago Bears (4-11) for Thursday Night Football. Kickoff from Soldier Field is scheduled for 8:15 pm ET (Prime Video). Below, we look at the Seahawks vs. Bears odd
Geno Smith is among the more well-known names in the NFL, especially after winning Comeback Player of the Year in 2022 following a career resurgence with the Seahawks. That came just the season after the Russel Wilson trade, and no one knew the future in Seattle.
Marsh previews Thursday night's NFL action as a struggling Chicago Bears welcome Seattle Seahawks, who can cover the spread.
The Seattle Seahawks find themselves in a precarious position entering their Week 16 game. Last week, the Seahawks were forcibly removed from their position atop the NFC West thanks to the Green Bay Packers putting a licking on the team to the tune of 30-13.
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith suffered an injury midway through the third quarter of a 20-3 game against the Green Bay Packers.,