The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seattle Seahawks</a> bounced back with a pair of big wins after losing 21-19 to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 11 of the 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season. Their remarkable run has taken a couple of blows that made fans wonder if they are actual contenders or just pretenders.&nbsp;



Quarterback Sam Darnold went from best to worst, struggling to stay safe in the last two games (five sacks combined), although he won both duels. Darnold’s inconsistencies have concerned fans and analysts, and some think the Seahawks are up for a rude awakening.&nbsp;



Bleacher Report Brad Gagnon isn’t sold on the Seahawks winning the NFC West race, noting that the Seahawks could take revenge on the Rams in their second game of the season, but adding that they will face tough opponents that will make things hard.&nbsp;



<h2>Analyst predicts Seahawks will lose NFC West race to Rams&nbsp;</h2>



“The Seahawks just might split the season series with the Rams by beating them at home in Week 16, but they also have to play in San Francisco in Week 18. I get the feeling that’ll mean a playoff spot to the feisty 49ers, who would hand the Seahawks their third divisional loss (and the likely tiebreak to the Rams),” Gagnon wrote.



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“The Rams get to play Arizona twice more, as well as Atlanta and the struggling Lions. The Seahawks have to travel to Carolina and San Francisco to play teams likely fighting for their lives, and the Colts could have the same mentality in Seattle in Week 15.



“The way the schedule lies, I can see the Seahawks being in the driver’s seat with two weeks to go and then blowing it on the road in Weeks 17 and 18. That said, this is a genuine three-way toss-up. The 49ers have more room to make up but are in superb tiebreaker shape with a 4-1 divisional record, and they have just one road game remaining,” he added.



The Seahawks have things to polish if they aspire to compete in the playoffs. The Rams look like the clear favorite to come out of the NFC as things stand.&nbsp;

Analyst breaks down why Seahawks will lose NFC West race

Analyst breaks down why Seahawks will lose NFC West race - Bolavip US

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Sam Darnold faced his former team, the Minnesota Vikings, on Sunday, leading the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seattle Seahawks</a> to a commanding 26-0 win at Lumen Field. The Seahawks’ defense had a field day against quarterback Max Brosmer, who went 19 of 30 for 126 yards with four interceptions and four sacks.



Darnold finished 14 of 26 for 128 yards with four sacks. The veteran’s level has decreased in recent games. He has thrown two touchdown passes in the last three games, and they came against the struggling Tennessee Titans.



Seattle is well alive in the NFC West division title race, but Darnold’s recent games have raised eyebrows among fans. The former New York Jets quarterback must find his pace again ahead of the final five games of the season.



<h2>Analyst questions Sam Darnold’s recent performances</h2>



Connor Orr of Sports Illustrated ranked the Seahawks as the No. 2 team in the power rankings after Week 13. However, he raised concerns about the punishment Darnold received in recent games.



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“I don’t know whether the Sam Darnold concern is real and lasting or whether Darnold played two very good defenses in three weeks that could capitalize on Seattle’s weak spot on the interior of the offensive line, the same way Darnold was pressured in Minnesota,” Orr wrote. “The Vikings cut off Darnold’s immediate quick game and forced him to hold onto the football. A recipe for disaster or, in this case, four sacks despite the game never being in question. “



The Seahawks will face the Atlanta Falcons in Week 14. The Indianapolis Colts, Los Angeles Rams, Carolina Panthers, and San Francisco 49ers will be their final four opponents.&nbsp;

Sam Darnold’s recent performances raise questions

Sam Darnold's recent performances raise questions - Bolavip US

Max Brosmer will be the starting quarterback for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/minnesota-vikings">Minnesota Vikings</a> in the road game against the Seattle Seahawks. This game could be heavy for the Vikings, especially since J.J. McCarthy, who was the hope for breaking their current losing streak, remains unavailable in concussion protocol.



Kevin O’Connell had announced about two days before the Vikings vs <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks">Seahawks</a> game that McCarthy was still in the protocol and would not be cleared until receiving approval, making it obvious that Brosmer would have to take his place.



“McCarthy and O’Connell were facing mounting criticism for the offense’s struggles, which seemed to crescendo on Sunday with the unit posting just 4 yards in the second half of a 23-6 loss to the rival Green Bay Packers,” wrote Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz for USA Today.



<h2>O’Connell sees promise in Brosmer</h2>



It is worth recalling O’Connell’s words about Brosmer earlier in 2025, when he said he saw something special in the young rookie during training camps: “We’re already seeing a lot of things that we really identified in Max to bring him into a quarterbacks room that we’re really excited about, and I think he had a great first day.”



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So far this <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl">NFL</a> season, Brosmer has attempted a total of eight passes, completing five of them, for 42 passing yards across three games where he has had the opportunity to help the Vikings in what has been a rough season for them.


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<h2>When could J.J. McCarthy return?</h2>



There is still no date for the return of J.J. McCarthy, who has been somewhat affected by injuries this season. He injured his ankle in Week 2, and since then, the offensive production has not been the same with him. We will have to await the official report to know when he will be cleared from the concussion protocol.

Why is Max Brosmer and not JJ McCarthy playing today for Vikings vs Seahawks in NFL Week 13?

Why is Max Brosmer and not JJ McCarthy playing today for Vikings vs Seahawks in NFL Week 13? - Bolavip US

The<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Seattle Seahawks</a> remain one of the most intriguing stories in the 2025 NFL season. The NFC West franchise turned things around with Sam Darnold as its franchise quarterback, but they appear to be one step behind the Los Angeles Rams, the division leaders.



Darnold picked up right where he left off, going 207 of 298 for 2,785 yards and 19 touchdowns with 10 interceptions. The former No. 2 overall pick confirmed that last season wasn’t a fluke, and he’s more than capable of leading a team to the playoffs.



At 8-3, the Seahawks are in the race to win the division, but the Rams and the San Francisco 49ers pose a serious threat to Seattle.



<h2>Seahawks named No. 1 wild card candidates in the NFL</h2>



Three years since they last made it to the playoffs and five since they won the division title, the Seahawks are poised to return to the big party. Garrett Podell of CBS Sports sees Seattle as the best wild-card contender in the<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl"> NFL</a>.



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“The Seattle Seahawks joined the ranks of wild card squads entering Week 12 after their narrow 21-19 road defeat at the Los Angeles Rams, which ended on a 61-yard missed field goal. However, the Seahawks will face the Rams again in Week 16. Depending on how that game and the next few weeks go, Seattle could certainly regain first place in the NFC West,” the post read.



The Seahawks can still aspire to win the division and the conference altogether, but the competition is fierce.

Seahawks labeled ‘best wild card candidate’ in 2025 season

Seahawks labeled 'best wild card candidate' in 2025 season - Bolavip US

Despite having a solid 2024 NFL season, the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/minnesota-vikings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Minnesota Vikings</a> let Sam Darnold go to the Seattle Seahawks earlier this year. Destiny has reunited them in Week 13, and the quarterback has warned his former team about their upcoming clash.



Last year, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sam-darnold" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Sam Darnold</a> took over as the Vikings starting quarterback due to JJ McCarthy’s injury. The veteran did an outstanding job, but Minnesota ultimately moved on from him, believing McCarthy was the franchise QB they had been looking for.



However, things have not gone as the Vikings expected. Sam Darnold is currently thriving with the Seahawks, while <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jj-mccarthy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">McCarthy</a> is struggling, making many believe Minnesota made a huge mistake by letting him go.



<h2>Sam Darnold gets real on his tenure with Vikings with slight warning to his former team</h2>



Week 13 is special for Sam Darnold. The veteran quarterback faces his former team, the one that helped him shine and revive his career after it seemed to be over.



While Darnold had a remarkable tenure with the Vikings, the NFC North club decided not to give him a lucrative contract. A few months after his departure, he will be reunited again with Minnesota, but this time as a rival.



Sam Darnold is a professional, so he understands how the league works. While he could not secure a new deal with the Vikings, he is grateful for his time with them, but he has also issued a warning: he is now focused on the Seahawks success and will do everything possible to get the win.


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“I’m very grateful for the time that I spent there,” Sam Darnold said, via the team’s website. “All the people that I created relationships with, all the people in that locker room, all the coaches there, the people in that building, but I am very excited to be here and to continue doing what we’re doing this year.”



<h2>What happens if the Seahawks defeat the Vikings in Week 13?</h2>



A win in Week 13 is crucial for the Seahawks. The NFC West is currently led by the Los Angeles Rams, so Seattle is aiming for a wild card spot and a defeat would be terrible for their hopes.



If the Seahawks defeat the Vikings, they would maintain the 5th seed in the NFC, but they would also keep their chances of winning the NFC West alive, which is crucial to secure a top seed and potential home-field advantage in the wild card round.


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Vikings coach sends message to Sam Darnold ahead of Week 13 duel

Vikings receive clear warning from Sam Darnold ahead of Seahawks clash - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/minnesota-vikings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Minnesota Vikings</a> have regressed massively from year 2024 to this. Last season, they ended 14-3 and now they are not even close to a winning record as a whole. As they prepare to face one of the best teams in the league like the Seattle Seahawks, they got hit with awful news regarding their quarterback JJ McCarthy.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/jj-mccarthy" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">McCarthy</a> suffered a concussion last week and he will not be able to clear concussion protocol for this game. Now, they will send undrafted rookie Max Brosmer to be under center with no experience against one of the toughest defenses in the NFL.



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seahawks</a> are not only a big defense, but a great team overall. Seattle is also playing at home to make it even harder for Brosmer. This will be a very tough game for the Vikings.



<h2>Brosmer is not exactly a huge prospect</h2>



The quarterback play for the Vikings this year has been borderline atrocious. McCarthy has two great quarters of good football on the season. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/carson-wentz" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Carson Wentz</a> wasn’t great, and he is out for the season also. Now, Brosmer is an unknown asset.



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Brosmer played for New Hampshire before going to the Minnesota program in the Big 10. For the Golden Gophers, he completed 66.5% of his passes for 2,828 yards and 18 touchdowns to only six interceptions. However, he is not regarded as a top prospect, hence his undrafted status.


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<h2>This is Sam Darnold’s revenge game</h2>



Sam Darnold was on pace to be out of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> until last year. He got signed by the Vikings to be JJ McCarthy’s backup, but with the former Michigan QB getting injured, Darnold took the reins and delivered a masterful season. Still, the Vikings didn’t give him a new contract because they saw him as a bridge and were married to McCarthy. How the tables have turned…



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sam-darnold" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Darnold</a> then signed a lucrative deal with the Seahawks and once again, he is playing out of his mind. Not only are the Seahawks 8-3, but Darnold is completing 69.5% of his passes, is on pace to surpass 4,000 yards, has 19 touchdowns and 10 interceptions. Now, he faces the team that let him go despite having a 14-win season.

Vikings get hit with JJ McCarthy news ahead of their Week 13 game vs Seahawks

Vikings get hit with JJ McCarthy news ahead of their Week 13 game vs Seahawks - Bolavip US

The<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Seattle Seahawks</a> bounced back from a 21-19 loss to the Los Angeles Rams with a 30-24 win over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday. The NFC West team looked like its old self against Cam Ward and Co., led by Sam Darnold.



The veteran quarterback went 16 of 26 for 244 yards and two touchdowns. Zach Charbonnet added 35 yards and one touchdown on six carries, while Jaxon Smith-Njigba caught Darnold’s two touchdown passes to add to his 167 yards on eight receptions.



Seattle will face the Minnesota Vikings in Week 13, hoping to get momentum again to continue to challenge the Rams for the division title. Darnold will face the team that revitalized his career, and the expectations are high. However, the Vikings are ready to go after him.



<h2>Brian Flores warns Sam Darnold about Vikings’ pressure</h2>



Defensive coordinator Brian Flores developed a good relationship with Darnold, who led the team to a 14-3 record in 2024 before signing with the Seahawks in free agency. On Tuesday, the coach shared his appreciation for the quarterback, but made it clear the Vikings would go at him with everything.



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“Sam’s one of my favorites,” Flores said, per The Minnesota Star Tribune’s Andrew Krammer. “He’d grown tremendously when he was here, for sure, just from a leadership standpoint. … He did a lot of great things when he was here, and clearly those things are continuing to show up for him out there in Seattle. We had a great rapport, friendship. I’m happy for him, but we’ll blitz him this week.”



The Vikings won’t have JJ McCarthy available. The Seahawks will try to cash in on that and worsen the Vikings’ situation.

Vikings coach sends message to Sam Darnold ahead of Week 13 duel - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seattle Seahawks</a> bounced back from a loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 12 with a 30-point performance against the Tennessee Titans. Cam Ward and Co. put up a good fight against Mike Macdonald’s team, scoring 24 points.



Sam Darnold played like his old self, going 16 of 26 for 244 yards and two touchdowns. Running back Zach Charbonnet contributed 35 yards and one touchdown on six carries. Jason Myers added 12 points to round up a solid afternoon.



Seattle continues to play at a high level, and its defense continues to disrupt every week. One of its best players received honors from Pro Football Focus after a solid performance.



<h2>PFF lauds Derick Hall after a solid performance</h2>



On Monday, PFF’s X account celebrated Seahawks EDGE Derick Hall over his solid performance against the Tennessee Titans. Hall was named the unsung hero of Week 12.



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“Every week, there’s a player who dominates but doesn’t get enough love from the national media. This week’s superstar is Seahawks edge defender Derick Hall. Against the Titans, Hall led the way for Seattle front that racked up 42 total pressures. He finished as the sixth-highest graded defender this week, with a 91.1 PFF grade, generated eight pressures and recorded a sack. Hall’s 34.8 pressure percentage in Week 12 is the fourth-highest by a player in a single week this season,” read the post.



After a close loss to the Rams, the Seahawks returned to winning ways. The competition became harder for them with the surge of the San Francisco 49ers, but they appear to be on the right track.&nbsp;

Seahawks defender gets notable honor from PFF

Seahawks defender gets notable honor from PFF - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seattle Seahawks</a> need to know if running back Kenneth Walker III will play as they visit the Tennessee Titans. It’s important as he is a big-time playmaker for the team and this is a game where the script might command a highly-used running game.



Walker popped up as questionable on the injury report due to a glute issue but Adam Schefter of ESPN has reported that Walker is active for today’s game. He is part of the running back committee that the Seahawks use.



<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/kenneth-walker-iii" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Walker</a> has played 10 games this season. He has 606 rushing yards and four touchdowns this season. Walker has never played a full season in the NFL due to injuries, but at least for now, he will keep playing.



<h2>Who’s the other part of the committee?</h2>



Running back Zach Charbonnet serves as the second back of the team. He has more than 100 attempts this year and he has 105 yards with six touchdowns. Meaning, while Walker averages 4.5 yards per attempt and Charbonnet just 3.3, Charbonnet is used mainly as the red zone back.



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Charbonnet is less explosive than Walker, so the Seahawks need Walker to help them carry the ball accross the field. Then Charbonnet appears and puts the final touches once inside the opposing 20 yards.


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<h2>Tennessee is bad against the run</h2>



The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/tennessee-titans" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Titans</a> are 1-9 this season. Also, they are not good defensively, especially against the run. Tennessee is the seventh-worst rushing defense in the NFL, allowing 134.7 yards per game. 



The Titans also have the third-worst scoring defense in the NFL, the Seahawks shouldn’t take long to score on them. Seattle is the third-best scoring offense in the NFL. In fact, this game is very inclined in favor of Seattle.

Is Kenneth Walker III playing today for Seahawks vs Titans in Week 12 of 2025 NFL season?

Is Kenneth Walker III playing today for Seahawks vs Titans in Week 12 of 2025 NFL season? - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seattle Seahawks</a> have been one of the best teams in the NFL this season. They are absolutely amazing. Still, last week they had a losing effort against the Los Angeles Rams and it was thanks in part to a bad performance by Sam Darnold. However, a teammate of his defended him on the press conference and now the quarterback has opened up about it.



For Darnold, who has been on a redemption journey in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>, the fact that linebacker Ernest Jones stood up for him was very important. “That energy and the things that he said&nbsp;meant a lot to me&nbsp;for a guy to have my back like that.” Darnold then added, “But again, I know that the guys are going to go fight no matter what, no matter what the case is, and so I’m going to do everything that I can to put my best foot forward and go execute at a high level.”



Jones said he wasn’t going to let his quarterback catch strays while he was at the podium. In fact, he said <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sam-darnold" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Darnold</a> has been “balling” all season, so one game wouldn’t define his season.



<h2>Darnold has been balling for a reason</h2>



Darnold’s career was in a downward trajectory until last season. He revitalized himself with the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/minnesota-vikings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Vikings</a>, and has confirmed his status as a franchise quarterback with the Seahawks. However, not only has he matured, but the offensive playbook of Klint Kubiak is also key. Darnold has been making leaps in progress, going through his progressions quickly and delivering his passes accurately. However, there is also one weapon in particular that makes Darnold’s life easier.



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Jaxon Smith-Njigba has emerged as one of the best wide receivers in the NFL. He has 72 catches for a league-leading 1,146 yards and five touchdowns. Not only that, JSN is catching 74.2% of the passes thrown his way. He is a complete stud.


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<h2>Sam Darnold does have a debt in the NFL</h2>



While his career has transformed amazingly, Darnold still keeps having a big debt. No one doubts about Darnold’s ability on a week-to-week basis. However, when the games are must-win, Darnold’s form returns to the one that almost made him a journeyman. He hasn’t been able to keep his composure in high-stakes games. 



Darnold threw four interceptions in the game against the Rams, and that cost the team 14 points. Last season on the Wild Card Round, his team only got nine points, he threw for 245 yards, one touchdown and one interception for a very poor passer rate of 77.6. One thing is a common factor, the game was also against the Rams. Maybe it’s just the team being able to neutralize him.

Sam Darnold opens up about Seahawks' teammate standing up for him after bad performance vs Rams - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seattle Seahawks</a> couldn’t move past the Los Angeles Rams in Week 11 of the 2025 <a href="http://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a> season. They lost 21-19 against their division rivals, losing the No. 1 spot they shared with the Rams, while watching Sam Darnold struggle against a suffocating defense.&nbsp;



The former No. 2 overall pick went 29 of 44 for 279 yards and zero touchdowns. In contrast, he was intercepted four times while posting a 45.5 passer rating. The Seahawks were still close to winning the game, but they are aware that they need to do better.&nbsp;



Jaxon Smith-Njigba confirmed he is a top wide receiver in the league, leading the team with 105 yards on nine receptions.&nbsp;



<h2>Mike Macdonald sends clear message to Sam Darnold</h2>



After the game was over, Mike Macdonald reacted to Darnold’s performance. The second-year coach made it clear that the team can’t afford those types of performances, and they will go through everything that went wrong to avoid it in the future.&nbsp;



<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><figure class="image"><img loading="lazy" width="1920" height="1080" src="https://ds-images.bolavip.com/news/image?src=https://images.bolavip.com/webp/en/full/BUS_20251118_BUS_529496_mike-macdonald_2f88d535.webp&amp;width=1920&amp;height=1080" alt="mike-macdonald-seahawks" class="wp-image-386492" sizes="(max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px"></figure><figcaption>Head coach Mike Macdonald of the Seattle Seahawks </figcaption></figure>



“We just can’t turn it over 4 times. Sam knows that,” he said. “The tricky part of that is you can’t say ‘turn the ball over.’ What kind of coaching is that? I think we need to go back and look at decision criteria’s. The input behind it and we will find solutions around.&nbsp; Take a dive into it and not the easy and lazy way out.”



The Seahawks will return to the field on Sunday against the Tennessee Titans. It should be a good option for Seattle to get back to winning ways.&nbsp;

Mike Macdonald sends clear message to Sam Darnold after 4-INT performance

Mike Macdonald sends clear message to Sam Darnold after 4-INT performance - Bolavip US

The<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> Seattle Seahawks </a>entered SoFi Stadium with high expectations on Sunday. The Los Angeles Rams quickly brought them back to earth with a 14-3 first quarter. The NFC West duel, which featured the two best teams in the division, ended with a close 21-19 score, but the Rams were the clear dominators from start to finish.&nbsp;



Sam Darnold had a subpar performance, going 29 of 44 for 279 yards. He was nowhere near the level he showed in prior weeks. The Rams picked him off four times, and Darnold posted a 45.5 passer rating.&nbsp;



Jaxon Smith-Njigba made history, becoming the first player to record 75-plus receiving yards in 10 straight games to start a season, but that wasn’t enough to beat the Rams.&nbsp;



<h2>Insider breaks down how Seahawks can win NFC West after Week 11&nbsp;</h2>



Despite losing the first Rams duel of the 2025 season, the Seahawks can still aspire to win the division title. ESPN’s Brady Henderson explained what they need to do to overcome the Rams.&nbsp;



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“It will be hard, unless quarterback Sam Darnold and the offense can stop the turnovers,” Henderson wrote. “Seattle entered Week 11 as the NFL’s third-highest-scoring team despite 16 giveaways, tied for the second most in the league. The Seahawks got away with it against lesser teams, but they couldn’t overcome four interceptions versus the Rams — even with their defense giving them chances. Per ESPN Research, the Seahawks’ odds of winning the division dropped from 33% to 19% with the loss. Seattle is only a game back of the Rams and will play them again in Seattle next month. The Seahawks need to fix their turnover problem in the meantime.”



Seattle is headed to Nashville to face the Tennessee Titans in Week 12. The Seahawks need to bounce back to continue in the race to win the division.

Insider explains what’s next for Seahawks after loss to Rams

Insider explains what's next for Seahawks after loss to Rams - Bolavip US

Ernest Jones, a five-year NFL veteran now in his second season with the Seahawks and first alongside <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/sam-darnold">Sam Darnold</a>, came to his quarterback’s defense after Darnold suffered four interceptions against the Los Angeles Rams. As a good teammate, Jones publicly shielded Darnold from criticism.



In a strong, heavily censored statement, Jones told critics to leave Darnold alone: “Sam has had us in every f—- game. For him to sit there and say it’s his fault, no it’s not. … If you got anything to say quite frankly f— you,” said the linebacker, who witnessed the interceptions firsthand. 



The game finished 21-19 in favor of the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-rams">Rams</a>, who also made errors but won by a narrow margin. At times, the game looked totally in the Rams’ favor, but the Seahawks defense managed to contain the disaster for a long stretch.



<h2>Darnold takes responsibility after Rams loss</h2>



“I can’t turn the ball over as much as I did today,” Darnold said after losing the game, but assured he will learn from those costly errors. “I’ll learn from it, watch the tape, grow from it. You’ve got to give credit to the Rams. Obviously, they’re a really good defense, a really good team. But I’ve got to be better, personally.”



<div class="ck-twitter"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Sam Darnold just threw his 4TH interception. He has been TERRIBLE today…😬😳<a href="https://t.co/s812vZKnXE">pic.twitter.com/s812vZKnXE</a>— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) <a href="https://twitter.com/NFL_DovKleiman/status/1990201194925490198?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 16, 2025</a></blockquote></div> 



Darnold acknowledged the Seahawks defensive line did great work: “We’re still in this despite the turnovers and all the things that happened prior to that. That’s a huge credit to our defense, the way that they played all day,” and at the same time admitted he wasn’t at his best: “I just wish I could have played better for our defense and just everyone on the team.”


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<h2>Mike Macdonald’s confidence remains high</h2>



Regarding Darnold, Coach Mike Macdonald was clear that he still has full confidence in his QB, who continued to help the team despite the interceptions during the game. “I’m not surprised. That’s who Sam is. He’s done it since day one with us. And he’s an ultimate competitor, and he’s a great quarterback — and he’s our quarterback. We love him.”



“We’re going to recoup,” Macdonald said after losing for the first time in five weeks. “We’re going to go get back and attack the heck out of this week just like we would if the field goal went in. Encouraged by our group; obviously, very disappointed we lost. We want to be able to win a game like that given all the circumstances, but we didn’t. But it’s a long season, and we’ll move forward.”

Ernest Jones sends strong message about Sam Darnold’s four interceptions vs Rams

Ernest Jones sends strong message about Sam Darnold’s four interceptions vs Rams - Bolavip US

<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/davante-adams" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Davante Adams</a> is a menacing weapon. Therefore, as the Los Angeles Rams face off in a vital game against the Seattle Seahawks, everyone is wondering if the wide receiver will suit up after battling an injury throughout the week.



Adams appeared to deal with an oblique injury. However, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reported the wideout is active for the game against Seattle. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/los-angeles-rams" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Rams</a> have been in love with Adams ever since he arrived.



The former New York Jet arrived this season to be one of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/matthew-stafford" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Matthew Stafford</a>‘s key weapons and he has delivered. Adams is on pace to get 1,000 yards and has scored nine touchdowns in nine games.



<h2>The Rams might have a top 3 WR duo in the NFL</h2>



When you think about what Davante Adams has made this season, you’d assume he is the team’s WR1, but he isn’t. This Rams offense is so explosive, he puts up star numbers without being the primary target for Matthew Stafford.



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Then <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/puka-nacua" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Puka Nacua</a> appears, the actual WR1 of the team. Puka leads the NFL in targets (79), and receiving first downs (40) in only eight games played. Nacua has racked up 775 yards and has four touchdowns. He is a superstar.


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<h2>The Rams formula is simple yet unstoppable</h2>



The Seattle Seahawks have one of the best defenses in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL</a>. Still, so far no one has been able to defend against the Rams, who have a clear formula to kill their opponents slowly but surely.



Stafford will usually look for Nacua as the drive develops. Nacua is tasked with moving the chains (as you can see by his first downs). Then, once the Rams are in the red zone, it’s Davante Adams’ territory (as you can see by him leading in receiving touchdowns this season). Will the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seahawks</a> stop it? That remains to be seen, but it will be a wonderful game all around.

Is Davante Adams playing today for Rams vs Seahawks in Week 11 of 2025 NFL season?

Is Davante Adams playing today for Rams vs Seahawks in Week 11 of 2025 NFL season? - Bolavip US

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/topic/seattle-seahawks" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Seattle Seahawks </a>prepare to face the toughest challenge of their 2025 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nfl" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NFL </a>season. Amid a fierce two-team race for the NFC West title, the Seahawks will visit SoFi Stadium to meet the Los Angeles Rams in one of the most anticipated games of Week 11.&nbsp;



Seattle, in the middle of a four-game streak, will try to improve to 3-1 in divisional duels (one loss to the San Francisco 49ers and two wins against the Arizona Cardinals) against the team that snatched the division away from them last season.&nbsp;



Sam Darnold and Jaxson Smith-Njigba have led a well-oiled and well-rounded offense that has looked electrifying this season. Their defense had one of its best performances of the season, and they will try to build on that.&nbsp;



<h2>Seahawks would face a banged-up Davante Adams on Sunday&nbsp;</h2>



The Seahawks and Rams need their best players to be at the top of their capacities to win this game. However, Seattle’s defense could be given a break if wide receiver Davante Adams isn’t available to play.&nbsp;



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Adams is dealing with an oblique injury, Los Angeles Times’ Gary Klein reports. He is listed as questionable for this matchup, but there is a chance he can still suit up. Then again, this injury could affect his performance, as it can trouble Adams’ route-running. The Rams would be careful with him, which means the Seahawks’ defense would focus all its attention on Puca Nakua.&nbsp;



There’s still time before they make a decision, but the situation doesn’t look favorable for Adams, even if he’s able to take the field.&nbsp;

Seahawks to have unexpected advantage over Rams offense

Seahawks to have unexpected advantage over Rams offense - Bolavip US

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