The Seahawks let the season get away after that promising start, but all is not quite lost yet. A win against the Rams gives them a statistical chance. Seattle rallied last week, putting up 23 points against a tough Jets defense. Smith was solid again, and a little more diverse in his targets and RB Walker is finally back in form, off a pair of 100 yard games in his last two starts. Their defense has been the stumbling block but it has shown recent improvement against some tough competition in their last three weeks. At this point it is at least better than the Rams'.
Other than the blow-out vs a hapless Broncos team, the Rams have not impressed, especially last week against the Chargers. Other than Mayfield the Rams don't have much to play for. They are up against an all-in Seahawks team that is tough at home. And, they'll be playing in the rain. The Rams defense has taken a huge turn for the worse lately. They gave up 430 yards last week. Their rushing defense has disintegrated, and their pass defense, sub-par all season, allowed a 120 rating with 0 sacks last week. They will likely continue to run the ball, but Seattle's run defense has shown well lately.
A driven Seattle team will win and cover against the Rams, as LA plays out the string after a very disappointing season.