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49ers Poised for Bounce-Back as NFC West Faces Uncertainty
13 Jul
Summary
- 49ers expected to bounce back in 2025 after injury-plagued 2024 season
- Cardinals must prove they can make defensive improvements and fix offensive issues
- Seahawks' future is unclear as they aim to return to playoffs
The NFC West division is set to be an intriguing battleground in the 2025 NFL season, with the San Francisco 49ers expected to bounce back after a difficult 2024 campaign. The 49ers, who went 6-10 last year, are viewed as a trendy pick to return to double-digit wins, despite facing a beleaguered roster.
Beyond the 49ers, the rest of the NFC West is filled with question marks. The Arizona Cardinals have been on a "slow burn" since Jonathan Gannon took over as head coach in 2023, and they must prove they can make the necessary defensive improvements and iron out their offensive inconsistencies. The Seattle Seahawks, meanwhile, are an unknown quantity, with their future uncertain as they aim to return to the playoffs.
The Los Angeles Rams, always a dangerous team, have also been described as sometimes inconsistent. With the NFC West no longer seen as the toughest division in football, the 2025 season could provide an opportunity for the 49ers, Cardinals, Seahawks, and Rams to all be competitive once again.
