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According to Tom Pelissero at NFL.com, the Seahawks lead the league in EPA/play defensively since the Week 8 bye, and they rank eighth offensively.
The Seattle Seahawks claimed a dominant 26-0 shutout victory over the Minnesota Vikings in Sunday's Week 13 game. The final scoreline placed the Seahawks among the NFL's elite. Their +133 point differential is now the best in the entire league heading into Week 14.
The Packers are coming off a last-second win over the Chicago Bears, wh ich thrust them back atop the NFC North and the No. 2 seed in the NFC. They've garnered tons of momentum with that victory, which, if you've been paying attention to the Packers this season, is exactly the time they give it all back with a loss.
The Seahawks' success has come from a multitude of avenues, but quarterback Sam Darnold and wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba have been two of the biggest reasons why. Both were listed as potential MVP candidates by ESPN contributor Bill Barnwell.
Philip Rivers came out of retirement to sign with the Colts this week, and the Seahawks are expecting they’ll see the 44-year-old quarterback on Sunday.