Seahawks vs 49ers Week 10 Picks, Betting Preview & Odds
- Seahawks visit NFC West-leading 49ers, the last undefeated team in the NFL
- Russell Wilson’s stellar play has him in the mix for league MVP this season
- Get the odds, our pick, and all the info you need to bet the game below
With the way the San Francisco 49ers (8-0, 3-0 home) are playing, it’s going to take an MVP-level performance to hand them their first loss this season.
Enter the Seattle Seahawks (7-2, 4-0 away) and Russell Wilson on Monday night (Nov. 11, 8:15pm ET).
Seattle Seahawks vs San Francisco 49ers Odds
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Over/Under odds at BookMaker |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle Seahawks | +215 | +6 (-110) | Over 47.5 (-110) |
| San Francisco 49ers | -261 | -6 (-110) | Under 47.5 (-110) |
*Odds taken November 10
According to BookMaker, 54% of all ATS money is on San Francisco, though by bet count, 65% of all bets are being made on the Seahawks. And if you’re keeping up with the sharps, they’re putting their money on Seattle as well, at a clip of 59%.
Let’s find out which way you should be leaning in this one.
49ers’ Offense Trying to Catch up to Defense
The Niners are doing it with defense. They are currently second in the NFL in points against, giving up 12.8 a game. They’re first in total yards allowed, and much of the damage they are creating stems from how they defend the pass.
BOSA HAVE A DAY!
Nick Bosa is the first player in @49ers history to record at least 3 sacks and an interception in a single game!
(via @thecheckdown) pic.twitter.com/oLpVV50kyP— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) October 27, 2019
San Francisco is surrendering a league-low 138.1 yards through the air. They’re fourth in the league in interceptions with 10, and tied for fourth in the NFL in sacks with 30. Led by super rookie Nick Bosa, San Francisco features a fearsome front four that can get after the QB without needing to blitz.
The importance of having a deep Dline rotation. These guys have gotten it done thru the first 5 games:
Ford 3.5 sacks 3.5 TFL
Buckner 3 sacks 5.0 TFL
Bosa 3 sacks 4.5 TFL
Armstead 2.5 sacks 5.0 TFL
Blair 2 sacks 4.5 TFL
Thomas 2 sacks 2.0 TFL#49ers pic.twitter.com/u5SN5qIYuA— Coach Yac ? (@YacovoneRick) October 18, 2019
On offense, they rely on the run game, churning out better than 171 yards a game. But last week against Arizona, they showed an effective and potent passing attack. Jimmy Garoppolo finished 28-for-37 for 317 yards, with four TD’s and no interceptions, his best effort of this season while improving his record to 14-2 as the 49ers’ starting pivot.
Two weeks. Two TDs.@ESanders_10 scores another TD for the @49ers! #GoNiners
?: #SFvsAZ on @NFLNetwork | @NFLonFOX | @PrimeVideo
How to watch: https://t.co/I6INVckndX pic.twitter.com/oIC54o6GvM— NFL (@NFL) November 1, 2019
It also helps to have a legit receiving threat in Emmanuel Sanders. Since being acquired from Denver, Sanders has 11 catches for 137 yards and two touchdowns in two games. But the 49ers will likely be down stud TE George Kittle, listed as doubtful with knee and ankle ailments.
Wilson Keeps Seahawks in Every Game
None of San Francisco’s previous eight opposing quarterbacks have the pedigree of Wilson. He’s likely the league MVP at this point, and his play has vaulted Seattle into the playoff mix in what many experts predicted would be a down year.
.@DangeRussWilson finds @dkm14 for the 5️⃣3️⃣ yard TD! #GoHawks x #TBvsSEA pic.twitter.com/kkUgAgdf0c
— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) November 4, 2019
He leads the NFL with 22 TD passes and a sparkling 118.2 passer rating, with just a single interception in 293 pass attempts. His play has elevated a sub-par offensive line, turned his questionable receiving core into a dangerous unit (particularly Tyler Lockett and top rookie receiver DK Metcalf), and the threat of his passing has allowed for a running game to emerge. Last week Chris Carson had 105 yards on the ground against the Bucs’ league-leading rush defense.
Wouldn't be surprised if Chris Carson is undefeated lifetime in the Oklahoma drill pic.twitter.com/jBFNPy2Lvl
— Ian Hartitz (@Ihartitz) October 28, 2019
What he’s done best, however, is mask a weak Seattle defense. The Seahawks have allowed consecutive 300-yard passing games to the immortal Matt Schaub (460 yards) and to Jameis Winston (335). They also have just five sacks in their last five games.
Who’s the Best Bet?
Wilson and the Seahawks thrive in big games, going 27-5-1 in primetime under Pete Carroll, including 8-2 on Monday nights.
While San Fran’s pass defense has an advantage both up front and in the secondary, Wilson nullifies that with his ability to avoid pressure and throw his people open.
The ‘Hawks are also an impressive 4-0 on the road this year, and have gone 3-1 against the spread in those games.
I don’t know if Seattle wins, but giving Wilson six points is too much.
The pick: Seattle +6 (-105)
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