NFC Divisional Round: 5 predictions for Seattle Seahawks vs. San Francisco 49ers
Key Points:
- The NFC Divisional Round matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and San Francisco 49ers is highly anticipated, with each team having won one of the previous two encounters this season.
- Key player predictions include Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba scoring his first touchdown against the 49ers and a potential strip sack of 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy by the Seahawks defense.
- Rashid Shaheed, a Seahawks receiver, is expected to make a more significant impact after gaining chemistry with quarterback Sam Darnold during the team's bye week.
- The 49ers may rely on receiver Ricky Pearsall to challenge Seattle's defense, potentially providing a vertical and intermediate threat if he plays.
- The game is predicted to be competitive but ultimately