The 34-year-old quarterback says he’s still hurting, but he’s got to press on to Thursday night and Seattle’s game at Chicago.

Chicago Bears wide receiver Bernard Berrian, left, catches a 40-yard pass for a touchdown as Seattle Seahawks' Kelly Herndon, center, and Oliver Celestin, right, defend during the third quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 1, 2006 in Chicago. (AP Photo)

Taking care of business in Chicago will be the first step, but the Seahawks will need significant help to make Week 18 a winner-take-all NFC West title game.

Through AJ Barner’s first season, he has shown that he can be more than just a “blocking tight end” and show up in big moments.

The Seattle Seahawks may face insurmountable obstacles on their narrow path to the playoffs. Their only hope of reaching the postseason is to win the NFC West, and they’re a game behind the Los Angeles Rams after Sunday’s 27-24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.

The Minnesota Vikings almost couldn't be doing this more quietly. Justin Jefferson was brilliant, with 10 catches for 144 yards and two touchdowns as the Vikings beat the Seahawks 27-24 to keep pace with the Lions in the NFC North and for the top seed in the NFC playoffs at 13-2.

Marsh previews Thursday night's NFL action as a struggling Chicago Bears welcome Seattle Seahawks, who can cover the spread.

The Seattle Seahawks (8-7) face the Chicago Bears (4-11) for Thursday Night Football. Kickoff from Soldier Field is scheduled for 8:15 pm ET (Prime Video). Below, we look at the Seahawks vs. Bears odd

Two weeks ago, the NFL power rankers were beginning to believe in the Seahawks. Now? Well, let's just say consecutive home losses did not impress.

Free American football tips, best bets and analysis for Seattle Seahawks at Chicago Bears in Week 17 of the 2024 NFL season

SportsLine's model just revealed its NFL picks for the Seattle Seahawks vs. Minnesota Vikings on Sunday afternoon