It’s no exaggeration to say tonight’s matchup between the Seahawks and the 49ers is the biggest game of the year so far for Seattle. A win puts them within a game and a half of the division lead. A loss, and it’s almost certain the Hawks will be playing for a wildcard spot the rest of the way. Wisely, two of the biggest names on either team are keeping the focus on the result and not on any personal rivalry they may have.
It can’t be a surprise to anyone who’s listened to Russell Wilson for even one press conference that he’s been extremely respectful and complimentary of one of the Niners key defenders.