The San Francisco 49ers are still the NFL's best team despite Monday's 27-24 overtime loss to the rival Seattle Seahawks, but Kyle Shanahan's squad no longer remains unblemished—which makes the race to represent the NFC in Super Bowl LIV far more interesting and convoluted.
No team will run away with a conference title.
The 49ers (8-1) aren't even guaranteed a division crown with the Seahawks (8-2) nipping at their heels. More importantly, San Francisco is now a game behind Seattle with a 2-1 division record. As a result, Monday's outcome could have long-term repercussions with these two squads set to meet again during the regular-season finale.