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Key Takeaways
- The San Francisco 49ers are the biggest underdog of the divisional round, but they have confidence going into their game against the Seahawks due to Brock Purdy’s undefeated record in Seattle.
- Purdy has played in Seattle four times and won all four games, the most wins without a loss by any road quarterback in NFL history against the Seahawks.
- The 49ers’ coach, Kyle Shanahan, attributes Purdy’s success in Seattle to his ability to remain calm and composed under pressure.
- The 49ers are getting back one of their most important players, Trent Williams, which should improve their offense.
- Purdy’s 4-0 record at Lumen Field is one of the best records by any active quarterback at one stadium.
Introduction to the 49ers’ Confidence
The San Francisco 49ers are heading into their divisional round game against the Seattle Seahawks with a sense of confidence, despite being the biggest underdog of the round. One reason for this confidence is the impressive record of their starting quarterback, Brock Purdy, in Seattle. Purdy has played in Seattle a total of four times in his career and has won all four games, making him the most successful road quarterback in NFL history against the Seahawks. As 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan noted, "I think the big thing is that Brock doesn’t get rattled… You can be as loud as you want, they’re still probably not going to hear you there. Especially if you’re in the gun."
Purdy’s Success in Seattle
Purdy’s success in Seattle is not just a coincidence. He has consistently performed well in the loud and intimidating environment of Lumen Field. In his four starts in Seattle, Purdy has averaged 240 passing yards per game and thrown eight touchdowns compared to just three interceptions. As Shanahan said, "As you guys have gotten to know Brock and all the situations, I don’t think when you guys talk to him whether he’s had a good game or bad game, I don’t think he ever seems much different. He’s always Brock." This ability to remain calm and composed under pressure is a key factor in Purdy’s success in Seattle.
The 49ers’ Chances of Winning
Despite being 7.5-point underdogs, the 49ers have a good chance of winning the game. They have a coach who has never lost in the divisional round (4-0) and a quarterback who has never lost in Seattle. The return of Trent Williams, one of their most important players, should also improve their offense. As Shanahan noted, "You feel that on the sidelines throughout a game. You felt that last week [against the Eagles]. That’s what I thought was so impressive, having that interception with like eight minutes to go, we lose the lead and the way he came back and played the next drive after that is the perfect example of that’s what I mean by you can kind of see people’s character, what type of people they are on the silent tape."
The Seahawks’ Home Advantage
The Seahawks have historically been dominant at home, with a 6-2 record at Lumen Field in the 2025 season. However, one of those two losses came to Purdy and the 49ers. The loud and intimidating environment of Lumen Field can be a significant advantage for the Seahawks, but Purdy’s ability to remain calm and composed under pressure may neutralize this advantage. As Purdy’s stats show, he has performed well in Seattle, with a 4-0 record and an average of 240 passing yards per game.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the 49ers have a good chance of winning their divisional round game against the Seahawks, despite being underdogs. Purdy’s undefeated record in Seattle, combined with the return of Trent Williams and Shanahan’s undefeated record in the divisional round, make them a formidable opponent. As Shanahan said, "I think it’s nothing really rattles Brock. He stays the same." This ability to remain calm and composed under pressure may be the key to the 49ers’ success in Seattle.
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