49ers at Seahawks: Game preview, odds, prediction

Sep 18, 2016; Charlotte, NC, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Torrey Smith (82) lines up during the second half against the Carolina Panthers at Bank of America Stadium. The Panthers defeated the 49ers 46-27. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-USA TODAY Sports /

The San Francisco 49ers will take on the Seattle Seahawks in an NFC West showdown on Sunday.

The San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks used to run the NFC West. Now, the Seahawks are trying to stay on top, while the 49ers feel like they are on the way back up. On Sunday, the two teams will meet in a huge division battle in Seattle.

For those that want to watch Seattle and San Francisco, the game can be seen on TV on FOX. It can also be seen online via a live stream via the NFL Sunday Ticket. That live stream requires a subscription for users. Here’s everything you need to know about watching the game, including TV info, live stream info and more.

Date: Sunday, September 25, 2016
Start Time: 4:05 p.m. ET
Location: Seattle, WA
Venue: CenturyLink Field
TV Info: FOX
Live Stream: NFL Sunday Ticket

Keys to Victory

The San Francisco 49ers have young pass rushers that can get after the quarterback. They also have a playmaking safety in Eric Reid, who can turn a ball game in an instant. If Seattle wants to beat the 49ers, their offensive line is going to have to step up.

Russell Wilson was hounded against the Los Angeles Rams and there was no semblance of offense. The Seahawks have just one touchdown through two games and their offense is raising questions about the team’s potential success.

The 49ers have to be better on offense as well. While the team has put up points under Chip Kelly, Blaine Gabbert has struggled a little bit. Against a great Seahawks defense, Gabbert is going to have to trust his instincts and maybe put this game into the hands of Carlos Hyde. Joe Staley has been a rock at tackle for the 49ers and he’s got a big test this week.

Prediction

The 49ers are an improving team and the Seahawks are an enigma. Seattle has a tremendous defense that can carry them anywhere, but going cheap on the offensive line might have finally broken them.

The Seahawks are going to have to muster more than one touchdown a game if they are going to win. The 49ers haven’t fared well in Seattle, but they have to like the fight they showed against the Panthers on the road.

The team that scores early points is going to come away the winner in this one. Seattle is at home and that offense knows they have to get better. Their defense will put points up on the board and they’ll get by in an ugly one.

Pick: Seattle 16, San Francisco 10