The NFC West is arguably essentially the most aggressive division within the NFL proper now, with all 4 groups having an opportunity to win the title on the midway level within the 2024 marketing campaign.
Heading into the season, the San Francisco 49ers have been considered the group to run away with the division, however Kyle Shanahan’s squad has struggled with accidents and hasn’t lived as much as expectations up to now.
The Seattle Seahawks, nonetheless, have been capable of keep afloat within the standings regardless of the shedding 4 of its previous 5 video games and coming off an embarrassing loss to the Buffalo Payments.
In Week 9, the Seahawks have an opportunity to bounce again in an essential divisional sport in opposition to the Los Angeles Rams, however they should get it achieved with out a few essential offensive gamers.
“Seahawks dominated D.Ok. Metcalf and Noah Fant out in opposition to the Rams on Sunday,” Michael-Shawn Dugar of The Athletic wrote on X.
Seahawks dominated DK Metcalf and Noah Fant out in opposition to the Rams on Sunday pic.twitter.com/DkaXpwWpG8
Metcalf not enjoying in opposition to the Rams is a major loss, nevertheless it appears the large receiver may very well be trending towards getting again on the sphere sooner moderately than later, based on head coach Mike Macdonald.
DK Metcalf “simply wants extra time,” Mike Macdonald says. Mike expects DK again after bye however that’s clearly nonetheless TBD.
Noah Fant injured his groin in follow and likewise wants extra time, Mike says.
Ernest Jones’ neck stiffened up and he’s daily.
Regardless of this being a house sport and Seattle having the higher report, Los Angeles is a slight betting favourite, which might level to the Seahawks being with out its greatest large receiver and prime tight finish for the divisional showdown.
If Geno Smith can get a few of his different receivers to step up, there’s an opportunity Seattle can pull off the gentle upset and stay atop the division.
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