Seahawks win over Cardinals, remain outside Wild Card contention
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 5:05 AM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026

The Seattle Seahawks secured a crucial victory against the Arizona Cardinals, improving their record to 5-4. However, the team's playoff positioning remains precarious as other NFC teams performed well, particularly the Green Bay Packers, who defeated the New England Patriots 45-27. The Seahawks sit in eighth place in the NFC standings, trailing behind playoff contenders, including the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers. To qualify for the playoffs, Seattle may need to win additional games, as currently, ten wins might be necessary for a Wild Card spot. The situation raises concerns about the upcoming divisional matchup against the San Francisco 49ers in Week 12.
- •Seattle Seahawks improve to 5-4 after beating Arizona Cardinals.
- •Green Bay Packers' win keeps Seahawks out of playoff spots.
- •NFC North teams had a strong week, complicating wildcard scenario.
- •Seahawks face critical game against San Francisco 49ers in Week 12.
- •Ten wins may be necessary for a Wild Card position in the NFC.
- 5:05 AMYahoo Sports — NFC Playoff Picture update: Seahawks remain outside of final Wild Card spot despite win
"The Seahawks are back above .500, but they still have work to do to get into a playoff spot.
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