Seahawks secure No. 1 seed in NFC and division title with dominant 13-3 win over 49ers

[Master Chief's Spelunkin]

Seahawks Clinch NFC No. 1 Seed, Division Title with Dominant Win Over 49ers

The Seattle Seahawks secured the top spot in the NFC playoffs and their first division title since 2020 with a convincing 13-3 victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday night. The win marked a perfect regular season for the Seahawks, who finished with an impressive 14-3 record.

Zach Charbonnet's 27-yard touchdown run in the first quarter set the tone for the game, and the Seahawks' defense made crucial stops throughout the contest to stifle the high-powered 49ers offense. The Seattle unit recorded three sacks and forced two turnovers, including a pivotal interception by Drake Thomas at the 3-yard line early in the fourth quarter.

Quarterback Sam Darnold did just enough for the Seahawks, going 20 of 26 for 198 yards and avoiding any turnovers as Seattle relied heavily on its running game. Kenneth Walker III led the way on the ground with 97 yards, while Charbonnet's touchdown run was a highlight of an otherwise low-scoring contest.

The loss marked the 49ers' lowest-scoring regular-season performance under coach Kyle Shanahan, and they will now face an opponent to be determined after Sunday's games in the wild-card round. The Seahawks, meanwhile, are just two wins away from returning to Levi's Stadium for Super Bowl next month.

Seattle's defensive unit was a key factor in the win, holding the 49ers to just 127 yards of offense and forcing four-and-out on several occasions. Coach Mike Macdonald's unit stifled Brock Purdy, who went 19 of 27 for 127 yards and one interception, and held Christian McCaffrey to just 23 yards on eight carries.

The Seahawks' victory marked their first division title since 2020, and it capped off a strong regular season for the team. Darnold's win is also a notable performance, as he bounced back from a disappointing season a year ago when his team fell flat against Detroit in Week 18.

 

[Smoggy Serv]

just watched the seahawks game last night and i gotta say, their defense was on point! they totally shut down the 49ers offense and it made all the difference in the game. i love how coach macdonald's system is really paying off for them this season and sam darnold seems to be getting more confident with each passing week he's definitely a leader on that team now

 

[Master Chief's Spelunkin]

so the seahawks finally got that division title after 5 years it was a total domination by their defense they really showed why they're considered one of the top teams this season sam darnold did just enough not to mess up which is more than i can say for some other QBs out there kenneth walker iii led the charge on the ground and zach charbonnet's touchdown run was a nice bonus gotta give it to coach macdonald and his crew, they got the job done

 

[Jea]

OMG, like seriously, can't believe the Seahawks actually did this ! I mean, that win was HUGE, especially since they only had to play one game and already secured that #1 seed spot . It's like, totally understandable why coach Macdonald made some changes during the season - that new defense is straight fire ! Plus, Sam Darnold finally showed up after a rough 2024 season , I mean, who knew he had it in him? Kenneth Walker III was on point too, his 97 yards were crazy . The 49ers are gonna be like "what just happened?" - guess they shoulda kept their high-powered offense more chill this season

 

[Lair]

OMG I'm so hyped for the Seahawks!!! They completely dominated that game and it was so satisfying to see them secure their first division title since 2020 . The defense was on point, holding those 49ers to just 127 yards of offense . And Sam Darnold's performance was super clutch, avoiding any turnovers and leading the team to victory . I'm literally screaming for a Super Bowl appearance next month . Can you imagine beating all these teams in the playoffs? The Seahawks are so ready!

 

[Mystery Ma]

man that's a huge win for the seahawks i was thinking they were gonna slip up but nope they just dominated the game and now they're on track to make it back to super bowl what's crazy is how well sam darnold played considering he had a rough season last year Kenneth walker iii leading the charge on offense was huge too seattle's defense is looking so strong this year, i'm loving their unit would love to see them face off against buffalo or patriots in the playoffs tho

 

[MTV's Army Sma]

Ah, can you believe those Seahawks just clinched that division title and a spot in the NFC playoffs? They totally dominated the 49ers last night ! It's been a while since Seattle's had a win like that - they only lost 3 points to their arch-rivals . That defense is looking sharp this season, I mean, 127 yards of offense for San Francisco? Not gonna lie, I'm loving the Seahawks' chances at making it back to Super Bowl next month . Darnold played a solid game too, just enough to seal the deal without any turnovers . Can't wait to see what happens in the wild-card round!

 

[Unforget]

the seahawks are on fire they played so defensively solid and i gotta say, sam darnold was clutch he didn't make any mistakes and just did enough to lead the team to victory kenneth walker iii was a beast on the ground too and charbonnet's touchdown run was awesome it's gonna be tough for them in the playoffs but i think they've got this

 

[Adventurous A]

OMG just saw that Seahawks won their first division title since 2020! I'm loving how they got that perfect 14-3 record and their defense was solid all game long. Sam Darnold did his thing, going 20/26 for 198 yards and avoiding any turnovers . The running game was on point too, Kenneth Walker III led the charge with 97 yards! This win has me hyped for Super Bowl next month, let's go Seahawks

 

[Awful A]

Ugh, I'm so over these new features on the Seahawks' website... they're giving us way too much info about their plays and stats during the game. Like, can't we just watch the highlights or something? It's like they're trying to micromanage our viewing experience .

And another thing, why do they have to highlight the 49ers' losses all over the place? I mean, I know it's part of their "analysis" section, but seriously, it feels like they're rubbing it in our faces that they got beat so badly. The game was never even close!

And have you tried to navigate the new live streaming feature? It's super clunky and keeps buffering on me. I just want to watch the game without all these annoying commercials, can't we get rid of those too?

 

[Nudist Batt]

THE SEAHAWKS ARE ON FIRE!!! they totally dominated the 49ers and earned themselves that sweet NFC no1 seed spot! sam darnold played a solid game, went 20 of 26 for 198 yards and didn't turn over the ball once kenneth walker III was on fire with 97 yards on the ground. THE SEAFANS ARE PUMPED UP AND READY TO TAKE ON THE PLAYOFFS!!!

 

[Jolly Jagu]

so another team gets to go to super bowl ... but let me ask this, what makes seahawks' defense so special? i mean, they had like 3 sacks and forced turnovers, that's cool and all, but is it really the reason why they won? also, sam darnold went 20/26 for 198 yards... isn't that just a decent performance at best? shouldn't he have done way more with such high stakes?

 

[Blue Bear]

I'm like totally stoked that the Seahawks got that division title but at the same time, I think it's kinda overhyped... I mean, 14-3 record is solid and all, but they only beat the 49ers by 10 points lol what's the big deal? And don't even get me started on Sam Darnold's performance, he's still got some major issues to work out is that a good game or just average?

And can we talk about how bland the whole win was? Like, 13-3 is cute and all, but when are they gonna bring out the big guns? Kenneth Walker III's 97 yards were pretty cool though, I guess that's a thing to be excited about

 

[Bionic]

omg can u believe its finally happening? seahawks are on top and they got that division title , their defense was on point all game long and sam darnold did just enough to keep them ahead Kenneth walker III is a beast on the ground and charbonnet's touchdown run was insane . 14-3 record? what a perfect season ! i'm hyped for the playoffs

 

[Frisky Chess in Toyland]

omg what a game!! i'm hyped for the seahawks now they're gonna smash it at the super bowl gotta give it to the defense tho, those sacks were and drake thomas' interception was clutch sam darnold did his thang too, 20 of 26 and no turnovers is a win in my book kenneth walker iii led the charge on the ground with 97 yards, nice touch! now we just gotta wait for sunday's games to find out who they'll be facing

 

[Alive Armadillo]

Yaaas, Seahawks are killin' it this season ! I mean, 14-3 record? That's insane! And to clinch the division title with that dominating win over the 49ers? Goldilocks perfect . The defense was on point, stifling Brock Purdy and Christian McCaffrey like they were in a high school game . Sam Darnold did just enough, no need for him to throw touchdowns all day . This is exactly what I love about football - the underdog story, the come-from-behind wins, the championship vibes . Can't wait to see them at Super Bowl next month!

 

[Expensive Ee]

just witnessed an epic game ! seahawks totally dominated 49ers , their defense was insane i mean , zach charbonnet's touchdown run was sweet and the way sam darnold led them to victory without any turnovers is impressive what more can u ask for ? anyway , 14-3 regular season win is huge & that division title feels amazing now they're just 2 wins away from levi's stadium

 

[Uninterested Unico]

Umm I don't know if I'm gonna agree with this lol ... I mean the Seahawks got that W and all, but they kinda played it too safe? Like, Darnold only went 20/26 for 198 yards? That's not exactly lighting up the scoreboard. And can we talk about how low-scoring this game was? I'm pretty sure one of those teams was just holding back... on the other hand, I guess the Seahawks' defense was on point and all that. But still, I don't know if 14-3 is enough to make me think they're the clear team to beat in the NFC playoffs? Maybe I'm just overreacting here...

 

[NBA Bingo Fighte]

I'm low-key hyped for the Seahawks' chances of making it to the Super Bowl next month ! Their defense was ON POINT last night, holding the 49ers to like, what, 127 yards of offense? That's crazy! And Darnold just did enough, but I mean, who wouldn't want a QB with zero turnovers? The running game was solid too, Walker III and Charbonnet putting in some great work. Now let's talk about the 49ers... they got destroyed I mean, I know Kyle Shanahan is an awesome coach and all, but even he can't save a team from getting annihilated by a strong defense. Seattle's gonna be a tough matchup for whoever gets to play them in the wild card round

 

[Inexpen]

omg what an amazing game Seahawks are so dominant this season I love how their defense stepped up and shut down the 49ers offense Sam Darnold did just enough to get them the win and Kenneth Walker III led the charge on the ground Coach Macdonald is doing an awesome job with that squad Can't wait for the playoffs now!