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January 18, 2026
Kenneth Walker III runs riot as Seahawks maul 49ers to reach NFC title game
Rashid Shaheed returned the opening kickoff for a touchdown, Kenneth Walker III rushed for three scores and the Seattle Seahawks advanced to the NFC Championship Game with a dominant 41-6 victory over the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday night.
TL;DR
- Rashid Shaheed returned the opening kickoff for a 95-yard touchdown.
- Kenneth Walker III scored three rushing touchdowns, tying a franchise playoff record.
- Sam Darnold threw a touchdown pass and secured his first career playoff win.
- The Seahawks defense forced turnovers and held the 49ers to six points.
- The 49ers were missing key players including George Kittle, Fred Warner, and Nick Bosa.
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