The highly anticipated playoff rematch between the San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks is set for Saturday, January 17, at 8:00 PM. This will be the third meeting between these fierce NFC West rivals, with both teams eager to secure a spot in the NFC Championship.
After beginning their season at Lumen Field in September and concluding the regular season at Levi”s Stadium in January, this matchup returns to Seattle for a playoff showdown. The 49ers kicked off the series with a hard-fought 17-13 victory in Week 1, thanks to a late-game strip-sack by Nick Bosa that thwarted Sam Darnold“s debut as a Seahawks quarterback.
In their second encounter in Week 18, the Seahawks turned the tables, dominating the game with a remarkable defensive display that limited the 49ers to just 3 points. This decisive 13-3 victory earned Seattle the NFC West title and a first-round bye in the playoffs.
Now, following the 49ers” Wild Card win over the Eagles, the stakes are higher as they travel back to Seattle. The Seahawks aim to leverage their home-field advantage, while the 49ers look for redemption after losing the top seed to Seattle just weeks prior.
Fans can catch the action live on FOX, where the game will be called by Kevin Burkhardt and Tom Brady, with Jen Mueller reporting from the sidelines. Streaming options are available via Fubo for those unable to watch on television.
For those interested in radio broadcasts, the game can be heard live on SiriusXM channels 226 and 228, featuring local and national commentary.
The NFL playoff schedule continues with this pivotal matchup, setting the stage for what promises to be an electrifying encounter between two storied franchises.
