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Could messy weather forecast give Seahawks added edge over pass-happy Rams?

Where's Marshawn Lynch and the Legion of Boom when you need them? And - considering the ugly weather forecast for Thursday night - how about also a rain poncho and a couple of umbrellas?

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NFL Insider shares estimate on the Charles Cross injury

Hours before kickoff in Seattle, it’s already public knowledge that starting left tackle Charles Cross will be missing this game due to his hamstring injury, sustained last week against the Indianapolis Colts on the game-winning field goal.

Tom Brady News / Gridiron Heroics / December 18

'Field Goals Won’t Cut It': Tom Brady Issues Reminder to Seahawks Amid Winning Streak

NFL icon Tom Brady offered a pointed reminder to the Seattle Seahawks as they continue climbing the NFC standings. His message was clear: winning now is encouraging, but settling for field goals will not be enough once the postseason begins.

Dareke Young News / NFLTradeRumors.co / December 18

Seahawks Activate WR Dareke Young Among Three Roster Moves

The Seattle Seahawks announced they have activated WR Dareke Young from injured reserve. Additionally, the Seahawks have elevated RB Cam Akers and OT Amari Kight from the practice squad to the active roster for Week 16 against the Rams.

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The 'NFL's active TD-catch leaders' quiz

How many of the active NFL players with at least 30 touchdown receptions in their career can you name in six minutes?

Sam Darnold News / EasySportz / December 18

Sam Darnold Faces His Rams Past in a Defining Divisional Test

Seattle’s quarterback enters a familiar matchup with pressure, history and credibility on the line Tonight’s divisional showdown does more than shape the NFC West race.

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The biggest disappointments from the 2025 NFL season

All NFL players enter the season with high hopes, but sometimes seasons don't go as hoped. These 20 players have been some of the biggest disappointments early in the 2025 season.

NFL News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / December 18

Where the Seahawks and Rams rank in NFL going into crucial Week 16 game

Normally Thursday Night Football is the low point of the NFL's weekly schedule. The games are often lopsided, frequently sloppy and even the commentators can't be bothered to get interested in the action on the field.

Seattle Seahawks News / NFL on ClutchPoints / December 18

Seahawks' dream playoff scenario with 3 weeks left in regular season

The Seattle Seahawks can clinch a playoff spot tonight as they battle the Los Angeles Rams. But there are bigger aspirations for the Hawks. Notably, the Seahawks’ dream playoff scenario could see them get the top seed in the NFC if everything goes according to plan over the final few weeks.

NFL News / Yardbarker / December 18

Early stages of Bo Nix's career unexpectedly mirroring Russell Wilson's

Strangely, Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix's trajectory is already resembling that of the passer he replaced.

Bill Belichick reportedly 'has upper-level personnel still fond of him' with these NFL teams

Analyst references MVP QB while addressing Giants' Jaxson Dart, Fernando Mendoza decision

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Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / December 18

ESPN predicts Seattle Seahawks fumble first place with stunning upset loss

Tonight is the biggest game of the Seattle Seahawks' season. Winning the rematch with the Los Angeles Rams would secure them a playoff spot and give them a 53% chance of landing the No.

Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / December 18

NFL analyst sees problem with 'one-dimensional' Seahawks offense, calls out key area

For most of the season, the Seattle Seahawks (11-3) have had one of the most dynamic offenses in the league. Since Week 11, the Seahawks have seen their offense limited, and quarterback Sam Darnold hasn’t been as explosive as he was earlier in the season.

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Looking back at every NFL Christmas Day game

For years, Thanksgiving belonged to the NFL, but Christmas belonged to the NBA. Occasionally, an NFL game would fall on Christmas, but it was anomalous, even avoided if possible.

NFL News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / December 18

First place in NFC West on the line, 4 other things to know about Seahawks vs. Rams

It’s the first of three showdowns in the NFC this week for the top spot in a division. There’s also a lot more on the line on Thursday night at Lumen Field when the Seattle Seahawks look to avenge a 21-19 loss to the Los Angeles Rams at Sofi Stadium back in Week 11.

Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / December 18

Seahawks select Riq Woolen replacement in 2026 NFL mock draft

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolen is set to become a free agent at the end of the season. The Seahawks are unlikely to sign the fourth-year cornerback out of UTSA.

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Charles Cross News / Pro Football Rumors / December 17

Seahawks T Charles Cross Could Be Out Until Playoffs

In anticipation of tomorrow’s matchup between the two teams with the best record in the NFC, the Seahawks’ final injury report delivered some disappointing news.

Davante Adams News / Yardbarker / December 17

Davante Adams' murky status hurts Rams even more vs. Seahawks

WR Davante Adams' murky status puts Rams at bigger disadvantage heading into crucial Seahawks game

Things keep going askew for the Los Angeles Rams heading into their crucial Week 16 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks.

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Seahawks want Sam Darnold to be 'shocking' in rematch vs. Rams

NFL executive has surprising pick for best move of Seahawks' offseason

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Seattle Seahawks News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / December 17

Worrying trend for Seahawks offense could be Seattle's undoing

For the past few weeks, the Seattle Seahawks' offense has struggled significantly. Between turnovers, the poor play from the offensive line, and the slow starts, the Seahawks haven’t been as consistent or explosive in the first half of the season.

Sam Darnold News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / December 17

The numbers don't lie - Sam Darnold hasn't been the same since first Rams meeting

All eyes will be on Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold when the Los Angeles Rams invade Lumen Field on Thursday night in a crucial battle between two 11-3 teams vying not only for the NFC West title but possibly the top overall seed in the NFC as well.

NFL News / NFL Analysis Network / December 17

Week 16 Fantasy RB Preview: Kenneth Walker and Blake Corum in Seahawks vs Rams

The Seahawks and Rams meet Thursday night with both teams still in the NFC playoff picture. Seattle continues to feature Kenneth Walker as a steady-volume runner, while Los Angeles has leaned on Blake Corum’s efficiency in a split backfield.

Seattle Seahawks News / NFL Analysis Network / December 17

Why the Seattle Seahawks’ offense keeps stalling heading into NFL Week 16

The Seahawks have won games with defense and field goals, but their offense has stalled heading into Week 16. The data shows where production has fallen off and how scoring drives keep breaking down.