Can the Seahawks Emerge as Legitimate Contenders to Challenge the Rams in the NFC West?
As the 2025 NFL season approaches, the Seattle Seahawks appear poised to make a serious push in the NFC West, aiming to challenge the Los Angeles Rams for divisional supremacy. After a 2024 campaign filled with highs and lows, Seattle enters the new season with renewed optimism under head coach Mike Macdonald and a young, hungry roster eager to prove itself.
The biggest difference for the Seahawks this year could be on the defensive side of the ball. With the hiring of Macdonald, formerly the Ravens’ defensive coordinator, Seattle is expected to bring a more aggressive and disciplined approach. The development of key young players like Devon Witherspoon and Boye Mafe will be crucial if the Seahawks want to contain the explosive Rams offense led by veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford and star receiver Cooper Kupp.
Offensively, Geno Smith remains a steady presence under center, and he’ll benefit from a loaded receiving corps featuring DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba. If the offensive line can stay healthy and second-year running back Zach Charbonnet continues to grow alongside Kenneth Walker III, Seattle has the firepower to keep pace with Los Angeles.
The Rams, however, won’t go quietly. As long as Sean McVay is calling plays and Aaron Donald anchors the defense, they’ll remain a force in the NFC. But with Stafford aging and the roster seeing turnover, the door is slightly ajar.
Seattle’s chances hinge on consistency, player development, and avoiding injury. If they can check those boxes, the Seahawks may not just challenge the Rams — they could take the NFC We
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