The Seattle Seahawks still have the same problem against the Los Angeles Rams that the team has had for a decade: They can't beat the team to the south when it matters. Just like in Week 9 of 2024, Seattle couldn't create an opportunity for itself later in the season by beating LA earlier in the year.
And just like the loss in last season's first meeting, quarterback play was a real problem for the Seahawks. Last year, Geno Smith tossed three interceptions that led to an overtime loss. This year, Sam Darnold did him one better.