The Seattle Seahawks are set to face the Miami Dolphins, aiming for a 3-0 start for the first time since 2020. Although these teams reside in different conferences, their history features three playoff meetings when Seattle was in the AFC West. Notably, Miami and Seattle last clashed in Seattle in 2016, where the Seahawks emerged victorious in a closely contested defensive battle.

The Dolphins' red zone defense ranks poorly, which presents an opportunity for the Seahawks to capitalize on their offensive weapons like DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett. Meanwhile, Seahawks' Skylar Thompson, with a subpar career passer rating, may struggle to find success against a disciplined Seattle defense. As Miami travels a significant distance to Lumen Field, the Seattle crowd’s support could play a crucial role in this matchup.