The Seahawks are positioned between the Cowboys and the Commanders in the playoff standings, complicating Dallas's path to postseason contention. If the Cowboys win against the Buccaneers, they will still need the Seahawks to lose their remaining games to maintain any playoff hopes.

Geno Smith's status is crucial for the Seahawks as they navigate a challenging season. His performance has been inconsistent, contributing to the team's struggles and impacting betting lines significantly.

Geno Smith is dealing with a knee issue, but tests revealed no major injury, providing a boost for the Seahawks as they vie for the NFC West title against the Rams in a crucial final game.

The Vikings are set to face the Seahawks as 3-point favorites, marking the smallest margin in their last 11 games. This matchup comes as Minnesota continues to build on a strong season, currently holding a 12-2 record.

Mike Macdonald indicated that there is no structural damage to Geno Smith's knee after he left the game against the Packers, but his availability for the upcoming matchup against the Vikings remains uncertain.