2 min read • December 26, 2024
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The Seattle Seahawks (8-7) are set to face the Chicago Bears (4-11) in a pivotal Week 17 Thursday Night Football matchup at Soldier Field. This game holds significant playoff implications for the Seahawks, who are striving to secure a postseason berth, while the Bears aim to halt a nine-game losing streak and play spoiler.
Current Standings
Seattle Seahawks: With an 8-7 record, the Seahawks are in contention for an NFC Wild Card spot. However, their recent 27-24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings has intensified the urgency to win their remaining games to keep playoff hopes alive.
Chicago Bears: The Bears, at 4-11, have been eliminated from playoff contention. Their season has been marred by a nine-game losing streak, and they are looking to rebuild momentum heading into the offseason.
OUT
Kenneth Walker III (RB): Out – Ankle injury. This marks the fifth game missed this season for the Seahawks' primary running back. Zach Charbonnet will step in as the lead back.
Brady Russell (TE): Foot injury.
K'Von Wallace (S): Ankle injury.
Expected to Play:
Zach Charbonnet (RB): Elbow injury; fully participated in practice and is expected to start in Walker's absence.
Noah Fant (TE): Knee injury; fully participated in practice.
Leonard Williams (DE): Foot injury; fully participated in practice.
OUT
Braxton Jones (LT): Sustained a fractured left ankle in Week 16; expected to be out for at least four months.
Teven Jenkins (OL): Calf injury, did not participate in practice.
Travis Homer (RB): Hamstring injury; did not participate in practice.
Elijah Hicks (DB): Ankle injury; did not participate in practice.
Tarvarius Moore (S): Knee injury, did not participate in practice.
Amen Ogbongbemiga (LB): Hip injury, limited participation in practice.
Gervon Dexter (DL): Knee injury, limited participation in practice.
The Seahawks' offense will lean heavily on quarterback Geno Smith and the receiving corps, including standout rookie Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who has been on a remarkable run with at least 70 receiving yards in seven of his last eight games.
The Bears, led by rookie quarterback Caleb Williams, are focusing on player development and aiming to end the season on a positive note. However, their defense has struggled, particularly against the pass, allowing an average of 277.3 passing yards per game over the last six contests.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba Over 72.5 Receiving Yards
Betting Odds
As of the latest reports, the Seahawks are favored by 3.5 points, reflecting their playoff aspirations against a Bears team looking to break their losing streak.
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