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Rams vs. Falcons: Seahawks playoff hopes on the line
30 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Seahawks aim to beat 49ers for NFC West and top seed.
- Rams playoff seeding depends on their game vs. Falcons.
- A Rams loss impacts potential playoff matchups for Seahawks.
The Seattle Seahawks' primary objective for Week 18 is defeating the San Francisco 49ers to clinch the NFC West title and the top seed in the conference. Following recent wins by both teams, the Los Angeles Rams have been eliminated from contention for the division and top seed, despite a significant prior lead against Seattle.
The Rams' game against the Atlanta Falcons on Monday night still holds importance for the Seahawks' playoff scenario. If the Rams win, they are positioned to secure the No. 5 seed. This outcome would mean the loser of the Seahawks-49ers matchup would face a tougher opponent, likely one of the Eagles or Bears in the Wild Card round.
Conversely, a loss for the Rams against the Falcons would lock them into the No. 6 seed. This would change the potential Wild Card opponent for the Seahawks-49ers loser, potentially setting them up against the winner of the NFC South. The 14-team playoff format introduces further complexities, with possibilities for hosting divisional games and strategic advantages for higher seeds.
