The past is where it belongs: in the past. Nevertheless, to fully appreciate the magnitude of the events about to take place on Sunday Night Football in Week 17, it makes sense to briefly revisit the past no matter how painful.
The San Francisco 49ers will visit the Seattle Seahawks for the 23rd time in the division rivalry’s history. With only seven wins there, and the last one coming on Christmas Eve of 2011, it’s understandable feeling a sense of trepidation if you’re a Niners fan.
Even more concerning is what’s at stake for San Francisco.