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Week 18 Saturday Preview: Battle For The NFC #1 Seed

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.

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