This significant victory put them in position as the top-seeded AFC team to reach the conference championship after the 2013-14 NFL season. The result added another chapter to a season defined by dominance, fueling expectations for January’s next rounds. 🏆📅
But before they head to the conference championship, Darnold issued a stern warning to potential playoff opponents. In a sideline interview with Erin Andrews, he said that regardless of who they face, Seattle has a great, resilient squad and a group he would gladly play with any day. He also noted they’d see who they play next, and highlighted their pride in the team and organization. Seahawks fans heard that they’d returned to their first championship game since 2014. 🎯
In the game itself, Darnold started strong, completing 12 of 17 passes for 124 yards and throwing a crucial touchdown after Rashid Shaheed’s 95-yard kickoff return energized the team. The early spark helped set the tone for Seattle’s convincing performance and momentum. 🚀
The Seahawks closed the season with the NFL’s best point differential and held the NFC’s top seed at 14–3, maintaining their authority into January and into the playoffs. The sustained dominance lingered as they pushed toward the conference championship. 🧭🔥
