Seahawks Defeat Panthers: NFC Top Seed Within Reach

The 2025 season of the NFL is about to end, but several teams still have hopes of entering the postseason or improving their position in it. The Seattle Seahawks (13-3) they defeated the Carolina Panthers (8-8) and they hit the table again, seeking to be the best seed in the National Conferencel.

The defenses of both became the big keys in the first half, with the kickers as the main protagonists. However, everything opened up in the third quarter, when the running attack of the Seahawks started carbureting.

Sam Darnold | AP

Seattle’s defense started the second half with a bang, thanks to a fumble by DeMarcus Lawrence, which led to great field position for the Seahawks. After said turnover by the Panthers, Zach Charbonnet He took advantage and scored the first touchdown of the game.

The Seahawks defense once again showed why it is one of the best in the entire NFL, because after Charbonnet’s score, Julian Love he read a pass perfectly Bryce Young which he ended up intercepting; to start a new attack by the Seattle Seahawks.

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The Predator Awakens

The Seahawks, like a predator, attacked after the interception and managed to score the second touchdown of the game. Sam Darnold found AJ Barner and the tight end went 17 yards to take him to the end zone.

At the beginning of the fourth quarter, Young, who had a forgettable afternoon, managed to score a rushing touchdown that gave Carolina some hope. However, it all ended with a second touchdown by Zach Charbonnetwho ended up being one of the best players in the game, with a 27-10 finish.

They woke up in the second half | AP

What’s next in the NFC?

The Seattle Seahawks’ victory put pressure on three teams in particular: the San Francisco 49ers, Los Angeles Rams y los Chicago Bears. These teams still dream of being the best seed, but to do so they must win their last matches; The Niners and the Bears will face off on Sunday Night Football.

For its part, Carolina’s defeat will leave the National South title up in the air, as the Panthers and Buccaneers will face each other in the last week. Various criteria will be important to define the Champion and the last guest by the NFC to the postseason.

Bad match | AP

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Marcus Cole

Marcus Cole is a senior football analyst at Archysport with over a decade of experience covering the NFL, college football, and international football leagues. A former NCAA Division I player turned journalist, Marcus brings an insider's understanding of the game to every breakdown. His work focuses on tactical analysis, draft evaluations, and in-depth game previews. When he's not breaking down film, Marcus covers the intersection of football culture and the communities it shapes across America.

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