San Francisco 49ers to Host Seattle Seahawks in Week 18 for NFC Top Seed and Division Title

The San Francisco 49ers are scheduled to face the Seattle Seahawks in the final week of the regular season. This game will determine the No. 1 seed in the NFC and the division title.

The 49ers previously defeated the Seahawks 17-13 in Week 1. The Seahawks are currently favored by 2.5 points, despite the game being hosted by the 49ers.

Team Performance Overview

Seattle's defense has demonstrated high-level performance. In contrast, San Francisco's defense has conceded 89 points across its last three games.

Key Matchups

The 49ers' offensive line has contributed to their run game's recent performance. They will face a Seattle defensive front featuring Leonard Williams and Byron Murphy at defensive tackle, and DeMarcus Lawrence and Uchenna Nwosu on the edges. The 49ers' ability to establish a run game with Christian McCaffrey will be influenced by their offensive line's performance, particularly if Trent Williams is unavailable. Challenges in both run blocking and pass protection could increase pressure on quarterback Brock Purdy.

Brock Purdy has led the 49ers to six consecutive wins. In his last three games, Purdy has accumulated 13 touchdowns and exceeded 295 passing yards in each game, contributing to the offense's 127 points scored during this period. He will face a Seattle defense known for its strong front and secondary, which includes cornerbacks Devon Witherspoon and Tariq Woolen. In the season opener, this defense intercepted Purdy twice. The 49ers' offensive efficiency will rely on Purdy's decision-making and ability to operate under pressure.

Red Zone Efficiency

Both teams possess the capability for scoring. The 49ers offense ranks second in the NFL with a 66.2% touchdown rate on red zone drives. Since Purdy's return from injury, the 49ers have averaged 35.8 points per game and converted 22 touchdowns on 30 red zone attempts in six games.

Seattle's red zone defense ranks seventh in the NFL, limiting opponents to touchdowns on 51% of red zone drives. Both the 49ers' defense and the Seahawks' offense exhibit middle-tier red zone performance. In Week 1, the 49ers scored two touchdowns on five red zone drives, while Seattle converted one of three attempts, resulting in San Francisco's 17-13 victory.