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NFL Week 2 Early Odds, Picks & Predictions: Seahawks vs. 49ers (2022)

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Here is our preview and best bet for the 2022 NFL Week 2 game between the Seahawks vs. 49ers.

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NFL Week 2 Early Odds, Picks & Predictions: Seahawks vs. 49ers

In an emotional Monday night game in Seattle, the Seahawks were able to squeeze out a 17-16 win in Russell Wilson’s return. There is a good chance this was the game the Seahawks had circled on the calendar ever since they traded Wilson to the Broncos this summer, and they may not play up to that level again. However, this Seahawks team looked like they were living up to Pete Carroll’s vision of a team that can control the ball and plays stout defense.

The Seahawks defense was able to be incredibly disruptive in the win. They got after Russell Wilson with two sacks and eight quarterback hits. They were also able to compile six tackles for loss. Geno Smith was very efficient in completing 23 of 28 pass attempts for 195 yards, two touchdowns, and a 119.5 rating. Defense and steady quarterback play were what defined the Seahawks during the period they were having their most success in the early 2010s. I don’t expect the Seahawks to be at that level again this year, but there are signs they are building in that same model.

The San Francisco 49ers went to Chicago and surprisingly walked away with the loss against the Bears to start 0-1 on the season. The Trey Lance era started on a low, but it is difficult to really gauge how much stock to put into this one game. The treacherous weather in Chicago may have had a significant impact on the game, but the end result was still a loss to a team that many believe will be in contention for the first overall pick next year.

Lance completed less than 50% of his passes with a stat line of 13/28 for 164 yards, 0 touchdowns, and 1 interception, but led the team with 54 rush yards. Until we see what Lance can do as a starter, I think there could be value in betting against the 49ers while they are still being given high favorite odds.

Pick: The Seattle Seahawks (+310)


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