The 49ers vs Seahawks match player stats tell the story of one of the NFC’s most fierce rivalries in the 2025–26 season.
These two NFC West powerhouses clashed three times — Week 1 (regular season), Week 18 (regular season), and the NFC Divisional Playoff — with Seattle ultimately winning the tiebreaker in dominant fashion.
From Brock Purdy’s early heroics to Kenneth Walker III’s postseason blitz, every matchup delivered drama, shifting momentum, and standout individual performances that defined both franchises’ seasons.
49ers vs Seahawks 2025–26: Series Overview
The two teams met three times in the 2025–26 NFL calendar. San Francisco won the first encounter in Seattle on Week 1. Seattle returned the favor in Week 18 at Levi’s Stadium. Then, in the NFC Divisional Playoff, the Seahawks delivered a dominant 41–6 blowout that ended San Francisco’s season.
The series finished 2–1 in Seattle’s favor, with the Seahawks advancing to their first NFC Championship Game since 2014. The 49ers vs Seahawks player stats across the three games reveal how momentum, health, and turnovers swung the rivalry.
Series Results 2025–26:
| Game | Date | Location | Winner | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | Sep 7, 2025 | Seattle (away SF) | San Francisco 49ers | 17–13 |
| Week 18 | Jan 3, 2026 | San Francisco (home SF) | Seattle Seahawks | 13–3 |
| NFC Divisional | Jan 17, 2026 | Seattle (away SF) | Seattle Seahawks | 41–6 |
Week 1 Game Recap: 49ers Win 17–13 at Seattle
Final Score & Scoring Summary
The 49ers vs Seahawks opened the 2025 season in a tight, low-scoring affair at Lumen Field. San Francisco trailed 13–10 heading into the fourth quarter before Brock Purdy engineered a game-winning touchdown drive with under two minutes remaining.
The deciding score came when Purdy found tight end J. Tonges for a 4-yard touchdown pass with 1:44 left, capping a dramatic comeback win for the Niners.
Scoring by Quarter — Week 1:
| Quarter | 49ers (SF) | Seahawks (SEA) |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 7 | 0 |
| Q2 | 0 | 10 |
| Q3 | 0 | 0 |
| Q4 | 10 | 3 |
| Final | 17 | 13 |
Week 1 Team Stats Comparison
San Francisco controlled time of possession by a massive margin, holding the ball for nearly 38 minutes to Seattle’s 22. The 49ers racked up 384 total yards while the Seahawks managed 230.
Despite the Seahawks’ two interceptions of Purdy, San Francisco’s defense forced two fumbles and held Seattle scoreless in two of the four quarters.
Week 1 Team Stats:
| Stat | SF 49ers | SEA Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 17 | 13 |
| Total Yards | 384 | 230 |
| Passing Yards | 277 | 150 |
| Rushing Yards | 119 | 84 |
| Time of Possession | 37:58 | 22:02 |
| First Downs | 24 | 14 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 2 |
| Penalties / Yards | 9 / 61 | 4 / 30 |
| Sacks Allowed | 1 | 1 |
| Passer Rating | 92.2 | 87.2 |
Week 1 Player Stats: Top Performers
Brock Purdy — QB, San Francisco 49ers
Purdy was sharp in this opener despite throwing two interceptions. He completed 26 of 35 passes for 277 yards and 2 touchdowns, posting a 92.2 passer rating.
His completion percentage of 74.3% was excellent and he averaged 7.4 yards per attempt. The late-game drive that sealed the win was vintage Purdy — composed, accurate, and clutch under pressure.
Purdy Week 1 Stats: 26/35, 277 yards, 2 TD, 2 INT, 92.2 rating, 74.3 Cmp%
Sam Darnold — QB, Seattle Seahawks
Darnold was efficient but limited. He completed 16 of 23 passes for 150 yards with no touchdowns and no interceptions, posting an 87.2 passer rating.
Seattle’s offense leaned heavily on the run game, but the Seahawks could only muster 84 rushing yards. Darnold’s accuracy was solid — 69.6% completion — but the offense stalled when it needed points most.
Darnold Week 1 Stats: 16/23, 150 yards, 0 TD, 0 INT, 87.2 rating, 69.6 Cmp%
Zach Charbonnet — RB, Seattle Seahawks
Charbonnet was Seattle’s brightest offensive spot, scoring the Seahawks’ only offensive touchdown. He punched in a 1-yard rushing score in the second quarter to tie the game at 7.
His physicality in short-yardage situations gave Seattle life when Darnold was being contained by San Francisco’s defense.
George Kittle — TE, San Francisco 49ers
Kittle’s opening touchdown reception set the tone in the first quarter. Purdy found him for a 5-yard score to put San Francisco on the board first and set the tempo for the 49ers’ time-of-possession dominance.
Kittle was a security blanket all afternoon, helping SF accumulate 26 receptions on 34 targets as a team.
Week 18 Game Recap: Seahawks Win 13–3 at San Francisco
Final Score & Scoring Summary
Week 18 at Levi’s Stadium was a complete reversal. Seattle locked down San Francisco’s offense, held the 49ers to a single field goal, and clinched the NFC’s No. 1 seed with a 13–3 victory.
Darnold went 20 of 26 for 198 yards without a single turnover as Seattle relied heavily on the running game, with Kenneth Walker III rushing for 97 yards and Charbonnet scoring the long touchdown. The Seahawks totaled 180 yards on the ground.
Scoring by Quarter — Week 18:
| Quarter | SF 49ers | SEA Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 0 | 7 |
| Q2 | 3 | 3 |
| Q3 | 0 | 0 |
| Q4 | 0 | 3 |
| Final | 3 | 13 |
Week 18 Team Stats Comparison
Seattle flipped the script on San Francisco. The Seahawks held the ball for nearly 38 minutes and kept Purdy to just 127 yards through the air. The 49ers generated zero touchdowns for the first time in a long stretch.
Purdy finished 19-of-27 for a season-low 127 passing yards with zero touchdowns and one interception. His 64.9 passer rating was his second-lowest of the entire 2025 season.
Week 18 Team Stats:
| Stat | SF 49ers | SEA Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 3 | 13 |
| Total Yards | 173 | 361 |
| Passing Yards | 127 | 198 |
| Rushing Yards | 53 | 180 |
| Time of Possession | 22:12 | 37:48 |
| First Downs | 9 | 23 |
| Turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Sacks Allowed | 3 | 2 |
| Passer Rating | 64.9 | 97.9 |
| Completion % | 70.4% | 76.9% |
Week 18 Player Stats: Top Performers
Kenneth Walker III — RB, Seattle Seahawks
Walker was the workhorse in Week 18. He carried the ball 39 times as a team for 180 total rushing yards, personally accounting for 97 of those on the ground. His power running wore down San Francisco’s front seven throughout the game.
Walker earned a 77.2 run grade from Pro Football Focus — the second-best grade of any skill player in the game behind only Purdy’s 77.9 run grade.
Walker Week 18 Stats: 97 rushing yards, TD, 4.6 avg, multiple broken tackles
Sam Darnold — QB, Seattle Seahawks
Darnold was composure personified. He managed the game flawlessly, posted a 97.9 passer rating, and did not throw an interception. His ball security was the biggest difference between the two QBs on the day.
By comparison, Darnold earned a 60.2 offensive grade (67.2 passing) after completing 20 of 26 passes for 198 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions.
Darnold Week 18 Stats: 20/26, 198 yards, 0 TD, 0 INT, 97.9 rating, 76.9 Cmp%
Brock Purdy — QB, San Francisco 49ers
Purdy had a rough day against Seattle’s defense. He was pressured constantly, sacked three times, and could not find any rhythm in the passing game. The 49ers managed just 42 total plays.
Purdy earned a 76.2 offensive grade, boosted by a 77.9 run grade. He posted a 69.0 passing grade. Cornerback Upton Stout was the 49ers’ highest-graded player with an 85.6 defensive grade.
Upton Stout — CB, San Francisco 49ers
Even in a loss, Stout stood out. The rookie corner posted an 85.6 defensive grade from PFF — the highest on the team in Week 18. His performance hinted at a bright future for San Francisco’s secondary.
Drake Thomas — LB, Seattle Seahawks
Thomas was the defensive hero. He registered the crucial interception in the fourth quarter that killed San Francisco’s last real scoring threat, picking off Purdy on a pass that deflected off Christian McCaffrey’s hands at the Seattle 3-yard line.
The Seahawks’ defensive unit generated three sacks, didn’t allow a first down in the opening quarter, and made the biggest defensive play early in the fourth quarter when Thomas got the interception at the Seattle 3 on a pass that went off McCaffrey’s hands.
NFC Divisional Playoff Recap: Seahawks Dominate 41–6
Final Score & Scoring Summary
The NFC Divisional Playoff was a statement game for Seattle. The Seahawks scored 17 points in the first quarter alone and never let San Francisco back into the contest. It was the most lopsided result of the three-game series.
Sam Darnold completed 12 of his 17 passes for 124 yards with a touchdown, and the Seahawks countered the QB’s oblique injury with a rushing attack that tallied 175 yards on the ground on 33 attempts — including 116 rushing yards and three touchdowns from Kenneth Walker III.
Scoring by Quarter — NFC Divisional Playoff:
| Quarter | SF 49ers | SEA Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 0 | 17 |
| Q2 | 6 | 7 |
| Q3 | 0 | 10 |
| Q4 | 0 | 7 |
| Final | 6 | 41 |
Scoring Plays:
- Q1: Rashid Shaheed 95-yard kickoff return TD (penalty offset) — SEA 7–0
- Q1: Jason Myers 31-yd FG — SEA 10–0
- Q1: JSN 4-yard TD reception — SEA 17–0
- Q2: E. Pineiro 40-yd FG — SEA 17–3
- Q2: E. Pineiro 56-yd FG — SEA 17–6
- Q2: K. Walker 7-yd rush TD — SEA 24–6
- Q3: Myers 24-yd FG — SEA 27–6
- Q3: K. Walker 15-yd rush TD — SEA 34–6
- Q4: K. Walker 6-yd rush TD — SEA 41–6
NFC Divisional Playoff Team Stats
Seattle’s rushing attack was unstoppable. The Seahawks ran 33 times for 175 yards and three touchdowns. Their defense forced three turnovers — one interception and two fumble recoveries — and held SF scoreless in three of four quarters.
San Francisco’s offense managed just 236 total yards and scored zero touchdowns. Purdy’s passer rating of 53.7 was his worst of the postseason.
Divisional Playoff Team Stats:
| Stat | SF 49ers | SEA Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 6 | 41 |
| Total Yards | 236 | 281 |
| Passing Yards | 144 | 124 |
| Rushing Yards | 108 | 175 |
| Time of Possession | 28:49 | 31:11 |
| First Downs | 15 | 19 |
| Turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Passer Rating | 53.7 | 110.9 |
| Completion % | 54.8% | 70.6% |
| Rush TDs | 0 | 3 |
NFC Divisional Playoff Player Stats: Top Performers
Kenneth Walker III — RB, Seattle Seahawks (Player of the Game)
Walker was the undisputed star of the Divisional Playoff. He rushed 116 yards on multiple carries and scored three touchdowns, consistently breaking through San Francisco’s defense for explosive gains.
The Seahawks’ rushing attack tallied 175 yards on 33 attempts, with Walker’s three touchdowns including runs of 27, 15, and 6 yards — giving him a career-defining playoff performance.
His first score came on a 27-yard burst in Q1 that opened the floodgates. By the time his third touchdown crossed the goal line in Q4, the game was long decided. Walker finished as the clear top performer of the series.
Walker Playoff Stats: 116+ rushing yards, 3 TD, 5.3 avg/carry, game-high run grade
Sam Darnold — QB, Seattle Seahawks
Darnold played through an oblique injury and still delivered. He completed 12 of 17 passes for 124 yards and one touchdown, posting a 110.9 passer rating despite the physical limitation.
His 70.6% completion rate and zero turnovers kept Seattle’s offense efficient. He managed the game exactly as Seattle’s coaching staff asked, handing the keys to Walker and the run game when it mattered most.
Darnold Playoff Stats: 12/17, 124 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT, 110.9 rating
Brock Purdy — QB, San Francisco 49ers
Purdy was limited by the Seahawks’ stout defense, completing 15 of 27 passes for 140 yards with no touchdowns, one interception and a 54.6 passer rating — but he led the 49ers in rushing, recording 37 yards on five carries.
He threw three interceptions as a team, lost multiple fumbles, and never found a rhythm. The Seahawks’ defensive scheme took away his top options all night. It was his most difficult performance of the 2025–26 campaign.
Purdy Playoff Stats: 15/27, 140 yards, 0 TD, 1 INT, 54.6 rating
Christian McCaffrey — RB, San Francisco 49ers
McCaffrey was held below expectations for the second straight game against Seattle. The NFL’s top back was neutralized in both Week 18 and the Divisional Playoff.
McCaffrey was neutralized and held to just 74 scrimmage yards — 35 rushing on 11 carries and 39 receiving on five catches.
His infamous dropped pass in the end zone in Week 18 — which led to Drake Thomas’s interception — defined one of the toughest stretches of his season. Despite the two-game struggle against Seattle, he finished 2025 as one of the NFL’s premier weapons.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba — WR, Seattle Seahawks
JSN continued his breakout trajectory in the playoffs. He hauled in the first offensive TD of the Divisional game on a 4-yard strike from Darnold in Q1, helping Seattle blow the game open early.
Over the full 2025 regular season, Smith-Njigba had 1,130 yards receiving and six TDs on 100 catches, having been targeted 137 times. He was one of the most productive wide receivers in the NFC all season.
Rashid Shaheed — WR/KR, Seattle Seahawks
Shaheed’s presence in the return game gave Seattle an immediate spark. His 95-yard kickoff return touchdown on the opening play of the Divisional game — though offset by a penalty — set the tone and rattled San Francisco’s sideline from the very first snap.
Full Season 2025 Player Stats Comparison
Quarterback Stats — Full 2025 Season
Brock Purdy ended the 2025 regular season with 2,040 passing yards, 20 touchdowns and nine interceptions. His completion percentage was 69.3% and he averaged 255.0 yards per game and 7.9 per attempt. He also added three rushing touchdowns and 126 rushing yards.
Sam Darnold passed for 4,048 yards (fifth in the NFL), 25 touchdowns (ninth in the NFL) and 14 interceptions in 2025. He averaged 238.1 yards per game and 8.5 per attempt, while completing 67.7%.
Note: Purdy missed significant time with injury. Mac Jones filled in for SF, throwing for 2,151 yards, 13 TDs, and 6 INTs while Purdy recovered.
2025 Season QB Stats:
| Player | Team | Yards | TD | INT | Cmp% | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Darnold | SEA | 4,048 | 25 | 14 | 67.7% | ~95+ |
| Brock Purdy | SF | 2,040* | 20 | 9 | 69.3% | ~100+ |
| Mac Jones (sub) | SF | 2,151 | 13 | 6 | 69.6% | ~92 |
*Purdy missed games due to injury
Running Back Stats — Full 2025 Season
Kenneth Walker III’s output on the ground included 930 yards and five TDs, averaging 58.1 yards per game and 4.5 per attempt. Zach Charbonnet rushed for 656 yards while scoring 11 touchdowns.
In the full season, Walker averaged 4.6 yards per attempt and 60.4 yards per game for 1,027 total rushing yards with five rushing touchdowns. Charbonnet finished with 730 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns.
2025 Season RB Stats:
| Player | Team | Rush Yds | Rush TD | Rec Yds | Avg/Carry |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenneth Walker III | SEA | 1,027 | 5 | 282 | 4.6 |
| Zach Charbonnet | SEA | 730 | 12 | — | 4.5 |
| Christian McCaffrey | SF | Season-long starter | — | — | — |
| Brian Robinson Jr. | SF | 799* | 8 | 159 | 4.3 |
Receiving Stats — Full 2025 Season
Jauan Jennings had 51 catches for 608 yards and nine receiving touchdowns, ranked seventh in the NFL in receiving TDs. He was targeted 84 times across 14 games.
George Kittle had 78 catches for 1,106 yards and eight receiving touchdowns in 2024 — the season heading into 2025 — averaging 5.2 receptions per game over 15 games played.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba racked up 1,130 yards receiving and six TDs on 100 catches in 2025, having been targeted 137 times throughout the season.
Defensive Leaders — Full 2025 Season
Ernest Jones led the Seahawks with 121 tackles, 4.0 TFL, 0.5 sacks, and five interceptions in 2025. Demarcus Lawrence posted 52 tackles, 11.0 TFL, and six sacks. Leonard Williams had 62 tackles, 9.0 TFL, and seven sacks.
For the 49ers, Dee Winters led with 99 tackles, 8.0 TFL, and one interception. Upton Stout had 76 tackles, 4.0 TFL, and one sack. Ji’Ayir Brown intercepted two passes on top of 55 tackles and six passes defended.
Head-to-Head Series History
The 49ers and Seahawks have been the defining NFC West rivalry for over a decade. Their matchups consistently feature close scores, turnover battles, and key individual performances that swing the outcome.
San Francisco owned a 4-1 record against Seattle in their last five matchups heading into the 2025 season. Over those five contests, San Francisco scored 129 points versus Seattle while surrendering only 86 points.
The 2025–26 series reversed that trend. Seattle winning the Divisional round and advancing to the NFC Championship marks a potential power shift in the NFC West heading into the 2026 season.
Recent H2H Results (Last 5 Meetings through Divisional Playoff):
| Season | Result | Winner |
|---|---|---|
| 2021–22 | Various | SF dominant |
| 2022–23 | Various | SF dominant |
| 2023–24 | Various | SF dominant |
| 2024–25 | Various | SF 4-1 in last 5 |
| 2025–26 Week 1 | SF 17–13 | 49ers |
| 2025–26 Week 18 | SEA 13–3 | Seahawks |
| 2025–26 Divisional | SEA 41–6 | Seahawks |
Key Moments That Decided the Series
Week 1: Purdy’s Late Drive
The most memorable moment of Game 1 was Purdy’s composure in the final two minutes. Trailing 13–10 with 1:44 left, he drove the 49ers 50+ yards and delivered a game-winning touchdown pass to Tonges. It was a signature Purdy moment — calm, precise, and ice-cold in the clutch.
Week 18: McCaffrey’s Dropped Pass
San Francisco had a real chance to tie the game in Q4 when disaster struck. A Purdy throw hit McCaffrey square in the hands in the end zone, but he dropped it. Drake Thomas intercepted it at the 3-yard line, effectively ending the game.
“It’s a play I have to make, absolutely have to make,” McCaffrey said afterward. “I expect nothing less but to make that play and it’s completely on me.”
Divisional Playoff: The Opening Kickoff
The Divisional game was effectively decided in the first 60 seconds. Shaheed returned the opening kickoff 95 yards for a touchdown. Even with the penalty, the Seahawks scored on the very first drive and never looked back. San Francisco never recovered from the early 17–0 deficit.
Fantasy Football Takeaways
The 49ers vs Seahawks player stats have major fantasy implications heading into the 2026 season.
Kenneth Walker III emerged as a bellcow back with playoff upside. He carried the load in both of Seattle’s wins, making him a high-ceiling RB1 entering 2026 drafts. Zach Charbonnet’s 12 TDs also make him a valuable flex option with TD-dependent upside.
Brock Purdy’s value dipped when his health was questionable. Mac Jones performed well as a fill-in, but Purdy’s elite efficiency numbers (7.9 yards/attempt, 69.3 Cmp%) show his ceiling when healthy. He remains a top-12 QB with upside when the 49ers are fully healthy.
Sam Darnold proved he can win games managing efficiently. He doesn’t need monster passing games to succeed — Seattle’s run-heavy scheme limits his ceiling but keeps his floor high.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba is a WR1 locked into 100+ targets every season. At just 23 years old, he is one of the best young receivers in the NFC and should be a top-15 WR in 2026 fantasy drafts.
2026 Season Outlook
The Seahawks enter 2026 as legitimate NFC contenders after winning the NFC West and reaching the NFC Championship. Their rushing attack, defensive identity, and Darnold’s experience are all trending upward.
San Francisco faces bigger questions. Purdy’s injury history, the need to rebuild the pass rush (no Nick Bosa), and two straight dominant losses to Seattle heading into the offseason all need addressing.
The 49ers earned a 62.9 pass-rush grade from Pro Football Focus during the 2025 season, with only four NFL teams posting a worse mark. Injuries played a significant role in the struggles.
The NFC West rivalry is shifting, and the 2026 season will reveal whether San Francisco can re-establish dominance or if Seattle has taken the throne in the division for the foreseeable future.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who won the 49ers vs Seahawks series in 2025–26?
The Seattle Seahawks won the series 2–1, including a decisive 41–6 blowout in the NFC Divisional Playoff. San Francisco won only the Week 1 regular season opener, 17–13.
What were Brock Purdy’s stats vs the Seahawks in 2025–26?
Purdy went 26/35 for 277 yards and 2 TDs in Week 1 (win), 19/27 for 127 yards and 0 TDs in Week 18 (loss), and 15/27 for 140 yards and 0 TDs in the Divisional Playoff (loss). His passer ratings dropped from 92.2 to 64.9 to 54.6 across the three games.
How many touchdowns did Kenneth Walker III score vs the 49ers in 2025–26?
Walker scored four touchdowns across the two Seattle wins — one in Week 18 and three in the NFC Divisional Playoff. He was the series’ top offensive performer in the matchups Seattle won.
What were Sam Darnold’s stats vs the 49ers in 2025–26?
Darnold went 16/23 for 150 yards in Week 1 (loss), 20/26 for 198 yards and 97.9 rating in Week 18 (win), and 12/17 for 124 yards with a 110.9 rating in the Divisional Playoff (win). He threw zero interceptions in both Seahawks wins.
Who was the top defender in the 49ers vs Seahawks series?
Drake Thomas of Seattle stood out most. His fourth-quarter interception in Week 18 was the decisive play. Upton Stout of San Francisco posted the highest single-game PFF defensive grade (85.6) in Week 18 despite the loss.
What happened with Christian McCaffrey vs the Seahawks?
McCaffrey was neutralized in both Seattle wins. He managed just 74 scrimmage yards in the Divisional Playoff and dropped a critical end zone pass in Week 18 that was intercepted. Seattle’s defense made stopping him their primary assignment.
What was the score of the NFC Divisional Playoff game?
Seattle Seahawks 41, San Francisco 49ers 6 — played January 17, 2026 at Lumen Field in Seattle. It was the Seahawks’ most dominant performance of the entire season.
How did Jaxon Smith-Njigba perform in the series?
JSN scored a touchdown in the NFC Divisional Playoff and was one of Darnold’s most reliable targets all series. He finished the full 2025 regular season with 1,130 yards and six TDs on 100 catches.
What was Zach Charbonnet’s role in the Seahawks’ wins?
Charbonnet provided a powerful complement to Kenneth Walker III. He scored the lone offensive TD in Week 1 and contributed to Seattle’s powerful ground game in all three matchups. He finished the season with 12 rushing TDs — a team-high.
What does the 2025–26 series mean for the NFC West rivalry in 2026?
Seattle now holds the power edge after winning the division and the playoff meeting. San Francisco must address its pass rush and Purdy’s injury history. The 2026 season matchups between these teams will be must-watch NFC West games.
Conclusion
The 49ers vs Seahawks match player stats across the 2025–26 season paint a clear picture: Seattle emerged as the dominant force when it mattered most.
Kenneth Walker III’s playoff hat-trick, Sam Darnold’s zero-turnover performances in both wins, and Seattle’s suffocating defensive identity under Mike Macdonald proved to be the difference-makers.
San Francisco’s Brock Purdy showed elite form in Week 1 but was progressively shut down as Seattle refined their game plan across the series.
Christian McCaffrey’s struggles against Seattle — and his costly dropped pass in Week 18 — were defining moments of the rivalry.
For the 49ers vs Seahawks rivalry heading into 2026, the power has shifted north. San Francisco must regroup, retool the pass rush, and find answers to the Seahawks’ run-first, turnover-free formula. Both fanbases can count on another fiercely contested NFC West rivalry with even higher stakes next season.
