Key Matchups to Watch as Seahawks Battle 49ers in Season Opener

Analysis
Written By Corbin Smith

From the Seahawks’ tackle duo dealing with Nick Bosa to a new defender coming onboard to potentially line up against George Kittle, Sunday’s opener between bitter rivals features no shortage of intriguing matchups.

Corbin Smith

After teaching and coaching high school football for five years, Smith transitioned into sports reporting in 2017 and spent seven years with Sports Illustrated as a Seahawks beat reporter before launching the Emerald City Spectrum in February 2025. He also has hosted the Locked On Seahawks podcast since 2019.

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