Week 18 gives us a massive NFC West showdown between the Seahawks and 49ers, with the conference’s No. 1 seed hanging in the balance. The outcome will determine home-field advantage throughout the playoffs, raising the stakes in a rivalry matchup that will shape the entire NFC postseason picture.
Matchup Overview
Both teams enter this matchup on 6-game winning streaks and no shortage of offensive power. Below are some stats for each team during the past 6 weeks:
- Points Per Game (SF – 35.7, SEA – 29.3)
- Opp Points Per Game (SF – 21.3, SEA – 16.0)
- Yards Per Game (SF – 373.3, SEA – 325.7)
- Opp Yards Per Game (SF – 338.17, SEA – 278.67)
BTA’s Markets/Props To Watch
| Player/Team | Line | BTA Sports Projection |
| Brock Purdy | Over 0.5 Interceptions | 83.15% Chance |
| Christian McCaffrey | Over 18.5 Rush Attempts | 82.42% Chance |
| Kenneth Walker III | Over 1.5 Receptions | 70.83% Chance |
1. Brock Purdy Over 0.5 Interceptions
Brock Purdy has thrown 9 interceptions in only 8 starts this season, and he faces a Seahawks’ secondary that has the 5th most INTs this season (17). Our model gives Purdy an 83.15% chance of throwing an interception on Saturday.
2. Christian McCaffrey Over 18.5 Rush Attempts
CMC got back to his MVP-caliber play this season, gaining 2,000 scrimmage yards for the third time in his career. He has 20+ carries in each of his last 5 games, and averages 19 per game this season. Our model gives CMC an 82.42% chance of recording 19+ rushing attempts on Saturday.
3. Kenneth Walker III Over 1.5 Receptions
Kenneth Walker continues to share his touches with Zach Charbonnet, but still gets opportunities as a receiving back. The 49ers defense has allowed 2+ receptions to running backs in every game this season. Our model gives Walker a 70.83% chance of catching 2+ passes on Saturday.