Seahawks vs Bears: A Critical Showdown
As Week 17 begins, the Seahawks are still fighting for an NFC playoff spot. Coming into a “Thursday Night Football” matchup against the Bears, Seattle sits at 8-7, trailing the Rams in the NFC West but eliminated from the conference’s wild-card picture. Each game is now make-or-break for the Seahawks’ postseason chances, with a win over Chicago on Thursday being an essential first step toward getting back in the division race.
The Seahawks have had a back-and-forth 2024 season that’s been full of streaks. They began the year on a three-game win streak, then followed it with a three-game losing streak. More recently, Seattle has had two separate instances of consecutive losses, but sandwiched a four-game winning streak in between.
Behind quarterback Geno Smith (3,937 yards, 17 touchdowns, 15 interceptions) the Seahawks’ last-minute postseason hopes rely on a Week 17 win over Chicago. A Rams loss to Arizona on Saturday would then go a long way as well, with Seattle and Los Angeles potentially due for a Week 18 matchup to decide the division.
Chicago Bears Looking to Spoil Seahawks Plans
Despite their struggles, the Bears will be looking to play spoiler. Chicago enters this matchup on a nine-game losing streak after a solid 4-2 start to the year. No. 1 overall pick Caleb Williams (3,271 yards, 19 touchdowns, five interceptions) has shown promise, but the Bears’ defense has been a weak point, allowing 359.4 total yards per game.
As the Bears eye the upcoming NFL Draft, they could still play a significant role in shaping the playoff landscape, especially with a victory over a determined Seahawks squad.
Current Game Status
As of the end of the third quarter, the Seahawks are leading the Bears 6-3. The match has been a defensive battle, with each team struggling to find the end zone. The Seahawks managed only field goals, while the Bears have yet to score a touchdown. Will the Seahawks maintain their lead to secure a playoff opportunity?
Chicago gets some boos as its offense can’t do much with the third and long. The ball goes back to the Seahawks.
Seahawks and Bears Stats Summary:
| Teams | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seahawks | 3 | 3 | 0 | – | – |
| Bears | 0 | 3 | 0 | – | – |
Key Players to Watch
- Geno Smith: Leading the Seahawks offense and attempting to secure a victory for playoff hopes.
- Caleb Williams: Rookie quarterback looking to turn around a turbulent season for the Bears.
As the game progresses, fans are encouraged to follow updates to see if the Seahawks can solidify their playoff position or if the Bears have a late-season upset in mind.
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