49ers and Seahawks feature altered rosters ahead of first meeting since playoff victory

San Francisco brings a 4-0 record into the matchup.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 48m1 min read

49ers-Seahawks roundtable: How have both teams changed since Seattle’s playoff romp? ⤵️ https://t.co/NqWxsSUTms Via @VicTafur on X

What happened: The San Francisco 49ers and Seattle Seahawks feature adjusted rosters entering their first meeting since Seattle's postseason victory. Both NFC West franchises executed offseason personnel changes following the January playoff result.

Why it matters: The divisional matchup carries direct implications for the top of the NFC West. San Francisco established an early lead in the standings, creating an immediate test against the defending champions.

By the numbers: San Francisco holds a 4-0 record, while Seattle enters the contest at 3-1. The Seahawks have won 31 matchups against the 49ers since joining the NFC West in 2002, compared to 20 wins for San Francisco.

What to watch: The divisional rivals meet in Week 5 as they compete for conference positioning.

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@VicTafur 2026-10-09T16:48:34.884760+00:00

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