Home / Sports / Seahawks Underdogs Against 49ers in Week 1 Despite Strong 2024 Season
Seahawks Underdogs Against 49ers in Week 1 Despite Strong 2024 Season
25 Aug
Summary
- Seahawks only 2024 winning team to be underdogs in 2025 opener
- 49ers, who were 6-11 last season, favored to beat Seahawks
- Seahawks have only beaten 49ers once in last 7 games since 2022
As the 2025 NFL season approaches, the Seattle Seahawks find themselves in an unusual position. Despite coming off a 10-7 campaign in 2024 that narrowly missed the playoffs, the Seahawks are the only team with a winning record last year to be underdogs in their Week 1 matchup.
The Seahawks' opponent in this season opener is their NFC West rival, the San Francisco 49ers. Surprisingly, the 49ers, who were a dismal 6-11 in 2024, are now favored by 2.5 points over Seattle. This betting line has actually increased from 1.5 points in the past week, indicating growing confidence in the 49ers' ability to defeat the Seahawks.
The Seahawks' underdog status is particularly noteworthy given their recent struggles against the 49ers. Since 2022, Seattle has only managed to beat their division foes once in seven games, with that lone victory coming on a last-second touchdown scramble by former quarterback Geno Smith.
As the teams prepare for their Week 1 showdown, the Seahawks will undoubtedly be seeking additional motivation to overcome the betting odds and prove their worth as a contender in the NFC West.
