CHICAGO — The Seattle Seahawks are in Chicago to take on the Chicago Bears in a crucial NFC matchup at Soldier Field today. The match will be streamed live on Amazon Prime Video, with kickoff scheduled for 8:15 p.m. Eastern Time (7:15 p.m. Central).
You can watch the December 26 match with a free trial on Prime Video. Amazon’s video streaming service is the exclusive national broadcaster of “Thursday Night Football,” featuring commentators Al Michaels, game analyst Kirk Herbstreit and sideline reporter Kaylee Hartung. This is the last episode of TNF for 2024.
Please note: viewers in each team’s television zone can also watch the game on a local station. In Chicago, it will air on FOX 32, while KING – 5 NBC will air it in the Seattle area. Both channels are available on Fubo, which offers a free trial and $30 off your first month. They are also accessible through DirecTV Stream, which also offers a free trial.
This match is essential for the Seahawks (8-7), who are trying to qualify for the playoffs and still have a chance to win the NFC West against the Los Angeles Rams. Seattle has lost its last two games, and another defeat could eliminate them from the playoff race.
The Bears (4-11) are already eliminated from the playoffs after a nine-game losing streak, which led to the firing of their head coach and offensive coordinator. Chicago now plays the role of spoilsport.
Seahawks playoff scenarios
- If the Rams beat the Cardinals and the Seahawks lose or tie the Bears, Seattle will be eliminated from the playoffs.
- If the Rams win and the Seahawks lose, Los Angeles wins the division.
- If the Rams lose and the Seahawks win, a deciding game will be held at SoFi Stadium.
Fifth tiebreaker scenario
If the Rams and Seahawks both win their games, both teams will have the same record, an identical direct split, the same record in the NFC West, the same record in their joint games and the same record in conference. The fifth tie-breaking criterion is the strength of the victory. Heading into the Week 17 game, the Rams have a slight advantage in this category.
The Rams could secure qualification this week with a victory even if the Seahawks win, provided the Vikings record 3.5 wins or more in their meetings against the Packers, Jets, Commanders, Bengals, 49ers and Browns.
If the Rams win on Sunday, the Seahawks must win to stay in the NFC West race while hoping for at least four wins from the Packers, Jets, Falcons, Lions, Broncos or Dolphins.
Other teams in the race
The Atlanta Falcons and Tampa Bay Buccaneers of the NFC South have the same record as the Seahawks heading into Week 17. For now, Tampa Bay has the advantage over Seattle thanks to a better winning percentage in conference games.
Check out a complete recap of NFL Week 17 action, including schedule, predictions, previews, TV information and more.
Preview of the Seahawks – Bears match
The Seahawks are coming off a frustrating home loss to the Minnesota Vikings, putting them in a tough spot for their game tonight.
Quarterback Geno Smith has thrown for 3,937 yards, which is the fourth-best total in the NFL this year. He scored 17 touchdowns and 15 interceptions.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba has 93 receptions for 1,083 yards, which ranks fifth in the NFL. He scored six touchdowns while averaging 11.7 yards per reception.
This second-year receiver is top ten in receptions, yards and targets (126) this season. He has recorded 70 yards or more in his last seven games.
Kenneth Walker III had 153 carries for 553 yards and seven touchdowns. He has appeared in 11 games this season and will miss this game with an ankle injury.
Zach Charbonnet will be the main runner. He had 106 carries for 453 yards and eight touchdowns.
The Seahawks are 5-1 on the road this season.
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The Bears suffered a tough loss to the Lions in their last game, continuing what has been a real ordeal in Chicago this season. The offense showed some good things, but the defense is in big trouble.
First-round draft pick Caleb Williams threw for 3,271 yards and 19 touchdowns with five interceptions. The rookie hasn’t thrown an interception in his last nine games.
DJ Moore caught 83 receptions for 826 yards and five touchdowns, averaging 10 yards per reception.
D’Andre Swift is in charge of the ground attack, with 221 carries for 841 yards and five touchdowns.
Opposing offenses dominate the Bears’ defense, who are giving up an average of 277.3 passing yards per game in their last six games.
Recap of the last Seahawks – Bears game
The Seahawks lost a thrilling game to the Vikings while the Bears continued their downward slide against the Lions.
SEAHAWKS : Loss to the Minnesota Vikings 27-24 on December 22
BEARS : Defeated against the Detroit Lions 34-17 on December 22.
Key players to watch during SEAHAWKS – BEARS:
Seahawks : QB Geno Smith, WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba, RB Zach Charbonnet, CB Coby Bryant, S Julian Love
Bears : QB Caleb Williams, RB D’Andre Swift, WR DJ Moore, CB Jaylon Johnson, LB T.J. Edwards
Injuries notables pour SEAHAWKS – BEARS
The Seahawks will be without a key runner while the Bears will have their key players available for this primetime game.
Seahawks : RB Kenneth Walker III (ankle) and TE Brady Russell (foot) are both out.
S Jerrick Reed II (quadriceps), S K’Von Wallace (ankle), LB Trevis Gipson (ankle) and G Anthony Bradford (ankle) are all on the injured list.
Bears : G Teven Jenkins (calf), S Tarvarius Moore (knee), S Elijah Hick (ankle) and RB Travis Homer (hamstring) are all out.
DT Gervon Dexter (knee), C Doug Kramer Jr. and LB Amen Ogbongbemiga are all doubtful.
OT Braxton Jones (ankle), C Ryan Bates (concussion) and WR DeAndre Carter (hamstring) are all on the injured list.
What are the latest odds for Seahawks vs. Bears?
Difference: SEA: (+4), CHI: (-4)
Odds : SEA : (-205), CHI : (+170)
Total points: 46.5
Odds according to DraftKings
Comment regarder SEAHAWKS – BEARS
- Qui : Seattle Seahawks vs. Chicago Bears
- When: Thursday December 26, 2024
- Time: 8:15 p.m. Eastern
- Where: Soldier Field | Chicago, IL
- Channel: Prime Video
- Options de streaming : Amazon Prime Video (free trial). Other options include Fubo (free trial and $30 off your first month) and DirecTV Stream (free trial) if you live in the Seattle or Chicago areas.
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