Seahawks claim NFC top spot
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Seattle's defense held San Francisco to just 173 total yards, the lowest total in nine seasons under Kyle Shanahan, in large part because of their ability to limit explosive plays. 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy didn't attempt a pass of 20 yards or more and completed just four passes anywhere from 10-19 yards.
The Seahawks have stressed the running game during the second half of the season. It has paid off for the newly-crowned division champions and NFC's top seed.
The Seattle Seahawks have secured the No. 1 seed in the NFC playoffs. Zach Charbonnet scored on a 27-yard run in the first quarter and Seattle shut down the high-powered San Francisco offense in a 13-3 victory over the 49ers on Saturday night.
Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet comes through vs. 49ers after Sam Darnold's puzzling mistake on opening drive
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For everything that’s gone right for the Seattle Seahawks during a season in which they’ve become one of the NFL’s top teams, their rushing attack has been an Achilles’ heel much of the year.
Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III is in the final season of his rookie deal. How he plays to end season, and in the playoffs, could pay off handsomely.
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The Seahawks running game dominated in the team's 13-3 win over the 49ers on Saturday and John Lynch couldn't contain his frustration.
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