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NFC West Division Race Heats Up as Arizona Cardinals Face Seattle Seahawks in Key Matchup

The NFC West division race is currently very close, with only a 1.0 game difference between all four teams. The Arizona Cardinals (6-4) are leading the division and will face off against the Seattle Seahawks (5-5) in their first meeting of the year on Sunday. This matchup will take place at Lumen Field in Seattle, WA at 4:25 ET. Both teams have had strong starts to the season and key personnel that will influence the outcome of the game. Seattle is currently favored to win by -1, with the current line at Seattle 0. Stay tuned for my Cardinals vs. Seahawks picks and predictions for both the side and total of the game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Cardinals -110 | Seahawks -108
• Spread: Cardinals 0 (-110) | Seahawks 0 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 47.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Seattle will win straight-up is 52%.

Arizona vs Seattle Stats

Arizona Cardinals

The Arizona Cardinals have surprised many this season with their 6-4 start, winning their last four games after a disappointing 4-13 campaign last year. Led by quarterback Kyler Murray, the team's offense has been solid, with tight end Trey McBride and running back James Conner playing key roles. Defensively, the Cardinals rank in the middle of the pack in points allowed and yardage. The team is relatively healthy, with a few players dealing with minor injuries. Arizona is currently favored to make the postseason, with a power ranking of 17 and strong performance on both offense and defense this season.

Seattle Seahawks Analysis

The Seattle Seahawks, under new head coach Mike Macdonald, are currently 5-5 and in contention for the division title. They snapped a two-game losing streak with a win over the 49ers, led by quarterback Geno Smith, who has thrown for over 2,700 yards this season. Their defense is ranked in the bottom-third of the league, allowing an average of 23.8 points and 349.5 yards per game. The team's injury report includes notable absences such as TE Noah Fant. The Seahawks have a power ranking of 16, with their offense ranked at #15 and defense at #23 in the league. In their recent matchups against Arizona, the Seahawks have struggled, with the Cardinals winning all three games.

Seahawks Favored to Beat Cardinals in Close Matchup据Seattle Seahawks Expected to Beat Arizona Cardinals in Nail-Biter

The betting odds for this game indicate a closely contested matchup with both teams at -108 on the moneyline. While acknowledging the Cardinals' strong offense, there is a legitimate concern regarding their ability to defend against the Seahawks' potent passing game. Arizona ranks 21st in pass yards allowed per game (218.5), 19th in pass yards allowed per attempt (7.2), and 24th in opposing completion percentage (68.4%). On the other hand, Geno Smith has displayed impressive passing numbers this season, supported by a talented group of receivers. Adding to the Seahawks' advantage is their home-field support from the enthusiastic 12th-man crowd. Considering these factors, it is anticipated that the Seahawks will emerge victorious in this matchup.

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