In a commanding Week 8 showdown, the Seattle Seahawks dominated the San Francisco 49ers with a final score of 66-20, solidifying their position as a contender in the conference. The victory was crucial for Seattle, as they look to maintain momentum heading into the second half of the season. Jalen Milroe led the charge for the Seahawks, throwing for an impressive 401 yards and setting a new franchise record with seven touchdown passes. Tory Horton was his favorite target, racking up 123 receiving yards, while the Seahawks’ offense consistently found ways to exploit the 49ers' defense. Christian McCaffrey put up a valiant effort for San Francisco, rushing for 124 yards, but it wasn’t enough to keep pace with the explosive Seattle attack. Defensively, the Seahawks were relentless, with Nick Emmanwori standing out by recording eight total tackles and two interceptions, which were pivotal in shifting the momentum. Mykel Williams' lone sack for the 49ers was overshadowed by Seattle's defensive prowess, which consistently pressured the opposing quarterback and forced critical turnovers. The game's turning point came early in the second quarter when Milroe connected for a quick succession of touchdowns, putting the Seahawks firmly in control and putting the 49ers on their heels for the remainder of the matchup.