The San Francisco 49ers prepare for a crucial showdown against the Seattle Seahawks with an urgent goal—limit Rasheed Shaheed’s explosive playmaking. After Shaheed torched the Niners in last year’s blowout, including a kickoff return touchdown and 100+ receiving yards, can the 49ers defense avoid a repeat disaster? With Deebo Samuel, George Kittle, and Brock Purdy leading a high-octane offense, the 49ers have been nearly unstoppable in the red zone. Seattle’s defensive front is elite, but their red zone defense ranks 31st in the NFL, offering an opportunity for San Francisco to capitalize when it counts most. Can Mike Evans and the versatile Niners attack expose this weakness and stay undefeated? Key matchups, injury updates, and red zone strategies come into focus as two NFC West rivals battle for control—and redemption—in a game with major playoff implications.