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Seahawks Crush 49ers, Advance to NFC Championship
Seattle's dominant performance sets up showdown for conference title
Apr. 12, 2026 at 12:21pm by Ben Kaplan
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The Seahawks' decisive win over their NFC West rivals sets the stage for a potential return to the Super Bowl for the first time in nearly a decade.San Francisco TodayThe Seattle Seahawks delivered a commanding 41-6 victory over the San Francisco 49ers, securing their spot in the NFC Championship Game. This win marks a significant turnaround for the Seahawks, who hadn't hosted a playoff game in front of their passionate fans for nearly a decade.
Why it matters
The Seahawks' dominant performance against their division rival 49ers showcases the team's resurgence after a tough wild-card round loss in 2023. This victory puts them on the brink of a conference title, a feat they last achieved in 2013 and 2014, and raises questions about whether they can reclaim their place among the NFL's elite.
The details
The Seahawks set the tone early with a stunning opening kickoff return for a touchdown by Rashid Shaheed. Their stifling defense, which allowed the fewest points in the league during the regular season, continued its stellar form, leaving the 49ers' offense struggling to find its rhythm. The 49ers were further hampered by injuries to key players like George Kittle, Christian McCaffrey, and Jake Tonges. The Seahawks' recent acquisitions, including linebacker Ernest Jones IV and outside linebacker DeMarcus Lawrence, made crucial plays, forcing turnovers and disrupting the 49ers' offense.
- The Seahawks' last playoff game at home was nearly a decade ago.
- The Seahawks last reached the NFC Championship Game in 2013 and 2014.
The players
Rashid Shaheed
The Seahawks' wide receiver who returned the opening kickoff for a touchdown, setting the tone for the game.
Ernest Jones IV
The Seahawks' linebacker who forced a fumble and intercepted a pass, showcasing the team's defensive prowess.
DeMarcus Lawrence
The Seahawks' Pro Bowl outside linebacker who made key plays, disrupting the 49ers' offense.
Sam Darnold
The Seahawks' quarterback who efficiently managed the offense, connecting on 12 of 17 passes for 124 yards and a touchdown.
Kenneth Walker III
The Seahawks' running back who dominated the 49ers' defense, rushing for 116 yards and three touchdowns.
What’s next
The Seahawks will face the winner of the other NFC Divisional Round game in the NFC Championship Game, with a chance to return to the Super Bowl for the first time since the 2014 season.
The takeaway
The Seahawks' dominant victory over the 49ers showcases the team's defensive prowess and offensive firepower, raising hopes that they can reclaim their place among the NFL's elite and potentially make a deep playoff run.
