The Seattle Seahawks have clinched the NFC's No. 1 seed and a first-round bye for the 4th time in history.

No. 1 Seed Secured! 🏆 NFL

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With the win, the Seahawks claimed their first division title since 2020.

Historic Season 📈

– Under coach Mike Macdonald, the team set a new franchise record with 14 wins (14-3) this season.

– Good Omens? 🔮

In the previous 3 times Seattle was the No. 1 seed (2005, 2013, 2014), they reached the Super Bowl every time.

The Macdonald Era 🧢

In just his second season, Mike Macdonald is aiming to become the third coach to lead Seattle to a Super Bowl.

Home Field Advantage 🏟️

– "We're excited to stay home." The road to the Super Bowl now goes through the loud Seattle crowd (The 12s).

– Leading the Charge ⭐

QB Sam Darnold and Pro Bowl WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba are ready to power the offense after the bye week.

49ers on the Road 🚌

San Francisco drops to the 5th or 6th seed and will have to play on the road in the Wild Card round.

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