The Green Bay Packers (9-4) visit the Seattle Seahawks (8-5). Seattle is in first place in the NFC West, one-half game ahead of the streaking Los Angeles Rams. Green Bay is locked in its current playoff spot provided they win two of their remaining four games. The combination does not matter much. Our Packers vs Seahawks prediction is for favored Green Bay to cover the 2.5-point spread.
Head-to-head, Green Bay leads with a record of 15-9.
Offshore Odds: Green Bay is Favored by 2.5-Points
| Team | Spread | Money Line | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Packers | -2.5 (-112) | -138 | O 46.5 (-110) |
| Seahawks | +2.5 (-108) | +118 | U 46.5 (-110) |
Packers Unlikely to Move Up or Down in Playoff Seeding
The Packers are in third place in the NFC North, two games behind Minnesota and three behind Detroit. They are one game ahead of Washington and 1.5 games ahead of the LA Rams.
While their lead might seem precarious, they will maintain their spot provided they do not slip up against New Orleans or Chicago, whom they play in two of their final four games. Of course, they can make their lives easier if they beat Seattle.
Seattle struggles defensively against the run, so expect Josh Jacobs to be a crucial part of their offensive game plan. On the flipside, Green Bay has struggled against the pass and Seattle’s Geno Smith is third in the NFL in passing yards per game.
The Packers will likely get receiver Romeo Doubs back from his concussion.
Seattle Seeks Its Fifth Straight Win
Seattle has had winning streaks of three and four games this season and losing streaks of three and two games. They have won their last four to rise to the top of the NFC West. Still, their road remains tough and they need to win.
The Rams are breathing down their necks. After Green Bay, they play Minnesota, Chicago, and the Rams. That last game of the season might determine the division winner.
Seattle needs to make sure to avoid turnovers to win this game. Green Bay is sixth in the league in takeaway differential. Seattle is 22nd. The Seahawks rushing attack is ranked 27th in the league in rushing yards per game. With running back Kenneth Walker III doubtful with a calf injury, it puts more pressure on Zach Charbonnet on the ground and Smith through the air.
Packers vs Seahawks Prediction: Green Bay Wins on the Road
This game is important to both teams. Seattle has been one of the biggest surprises in the league while all four of Green Bay’s losses have been to top-level teams Detroit (twice), Minnesota, and Philadelphia. Seattle is not in the category of those three legitimate Super Bowl contenders.
Green Bay will effectively run the ball against Seattle and take quarterback Jordan Love’s deep shots downfield. The Packers will win and cover the 2.5-point spread.
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