Good morning and happy Sunday, Seattle Seahawks fans! It’s Week 15, and the Seahawks sit atop the NFC West standings—a stark contrast to this time last season when they were already out of playoff contention. With a four-game win streak in hand, Seattle faces the Green Bay Packers tonight on Sunday Night Football. A win could spark discussions of a special late-season surge, while a loss would tighten the division race, placing the Los Angeles Rams in the lead via tiebreaker. Although a loss wouldn’t spell disaster, the Seahawks’ margin for error would significantly shrink.
Recap of Last Week’s Predictions
Before diving into this week’s predictions, let’s review the bold calls for the Seahawks’ matchup against the Arizona Cardinals:
- Special Teams Prediction: Seahawks force a takeaway.
Miss. Opportunities were scarce. - Offense Prediction: Jaxon Smith-Njigba scores his first road touchdown.
Hit! JSN delivered. - Defense Prediction: Leonard Williams extends his sack streak.
Miss. While Williams made a tackle for loss, his sack streak ended. - Opponent Prediction: Cardinals force at least two Seahawks turnovers.
Miss. The Seahawks protected the ball, while Kyler Murray threw two interceptions. - Game Prediction: Seahawks lose due to offensive mistakes.
Miss. Seattle emerged victorious despite penalties.
While some predictions missed the mark, the final outcome was the best kind of incorrect.
This Week’s Predictions
- Bold Prediction: Julian Love intercepts Jordan Love.
Jordan Love, despite a strong recent stretch, has thrown 11 interceptions this season. Seahawks safety Julian Love, enjoying an outstanding year, could break Jordan’s no-pick streak in a game-changing moment. - Offense Prediction: Jaxon Smith-Njigba sets a franchise record.
With five consecutive games of 70+ receiving yards, JSN could set a Seahawks record by doing so again tonight. Facing a Packers defense vulnerable over the middle, he’s primed for another standout performance. - Defense Prediction: Josh Jacobs held under 80 rushing yards.
Seattle’s improved run defense ranks third in rush EPA since Week 9. They’ll aim to contain Jacobs, limiting his efficiency and total yardage. - Opponent Prediction: Xavier McKinney nabs his eighth interception.
Packers safety Xavier McKinney has been a ball-hawking force this season. Geno Smith’s struggles with turnovers at home might give McKinney an opportunity to make a play. - Game Prediction: Seahawks upset the Packers.
Despite Green Bay’s status as Super Bowl dark horses, the Seahawks’ recent offensive improvements and home-field advantage at Lumen Field could propel them to a thrilling 27-23 win.
Whether it’s JSN’s record-breaking night, Julian Love’s heroics, or a raucous crowd, the Seahawks are poised for a season-defining performance. Let’s see if they rise to the occasion!
