The 2025 NFL season enters its defining stretch with Week 11 bringing a mix of international intrigue, high-stakes NFC clashes, and playoff-defining moments. From Madrid to Los Angeles to Philadelphia, the week’s matchups feature teams either chasing first place or fighting to stay alive, headlined by the Seahawks-Rams matchup at SoFi Stadium.
Seahawks-Rams: NFC West Heavyweights Collide at SoFi
Oct 20, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold (14) looks to throw a pass during the second quarter against the Houston Texans at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn ImagesThese are the top two teams in football right now, and Sunday’s clash at SoFi Stadium has all the makings of a midseason classic. First place in the NFC West (and perhaps control of the NFC playoff picture) is on the line when the Seattle Seahawks visit the Los Angeles Rams.
For Seattle qurterback Sam Darnold, this is a moment of truth. He’s been sensational all season, leading the Seahawks to a 7-2 record and putting himself squarely in the MVP conversation. Only Jared Goff of the Detroit Lions owns a higher passer rating among qualified quarterbacks. But still, Darnold must exorcise his SoFi demons. His teams have been flattened here before — including two double-digit losses last season as Minnesota’s starter. If you’ll recall, Darnold was sacked nine times and turned the ball over twice in the Vikings’ 27-9 defeat in the wild-card round. This week is his chance to rewrite that narrative.
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The challenge: Chris Shula’s Rams defense, which continues to thrive under his aggressive, adaptable play-calling. Los Angeles hasn’t trailed in a game since Week 6, and its front seven (led by Kobie Turner and Byron Young) has forced opposing quarterbacks into mistakes all month. If Darnold can stay upright and maintain his rhythm, Seattle’s offense has the firepower to trade punches with anyone. If not, this could look like another long afternoon in Inglewood.
On the other sideline, Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has entered video game territory. The Rams quarterback has thrown four touchdown passes and zero interceptions in three straight games — the longest such streak in NFL history. Stafford is operating Sean McVay’s offense with surgical precision, utilizing receivers Davante Adams and Puka Nacua to horizontally and vertically stretch defenses. The ability to stay clean against Seattle’s pressure might determine whether Los Angeles tightens its grip on the division lead.
Sep 28, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws against the Indianapolis Colts during the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn ImagesChiefs-Broncos: Mahomes and the Chiefs Face a Legit Test at Mile High
The Denver Broncos have quietly built one of the AFC’s most balanced and physical teams. Their pass rush is deep, their secondary plays fast and instinctively, and Broncos Head Coach Sean Payton has found a rhythm with quarterback Bo Nix that’s keeping Denver in nearly every game. At 8-2, the Broncos are relevant again — and that’s a statement in itself after where the team was with Russell Wilson at quarterback just two years ago.
But this week’s matchup at Mile High will tell us just how far the Broncos have really come. Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid are coming off a bye, and that’s historically been the NFL’s worst-case scenario for an opponent.
This game isn’t just another divisional matchup — it is a stress test for Denver’s defense. The Broncos’ pass rush, led by Baron Browning and Nik Bonitto, has feasted on shaky offensive lines all season. But keeping consistent pressure on Mahomes is a task entirely different. The Chiefs quarterback has mastered the art of extending plays, manipulating pockets, and punishing secondaries that lose track of receivers downfield.
Payton and Nix will have to be equally creative on offense. Nix exceeded expectations as a rookie, especially in his poise under pressure. However, Kansas City’s defense is as complex and aggressive as any he’s seen. Expect the Broncos to lean on the ground game early, using motion and tempo to keep the Chiefs’ front off balance while hoping to set up play-action shots later.
Personnel could also swing things. Patrick Surtain II remains the centerpiece of Denver’s defense, but with running back J.K. Dobbins banged up and several other key players questionable, the Broncos’ margin for error is thin. Their only win against a current playoff team came back in Week 5 against Philadelphia.
Nov 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton talks with quarterback Bo Nix (10) during the second half at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn ImagesLions-Eagles: A Heavyweight NFC Clash With January Vibes
It’s the matchup everyone expected to see last January — and finally, it’s here. The Detroit Lions head to Philadelphia for a Week 11 showdown that feels more like a playoff preview than a midseason test. Both teams are built around physicality, elite quarterback play, and creative offensive minds. But this time, the spotlight shines brightest on one man: Dan Campbell, who’s taken over play-calling duties for the Lions.
Campbell’s first week in the driver’s seat was a success as Detroit racked up a season-high 546 total yards and 30 first downs in a rout of Washington. The Lions leaned heavily on play-action, running it on 51.4 percent of dropbacks after averaging just 28 percent through the first nine weeks. That wrinkle helped Jared Goff find a rhythm, and it might be the key again Sunday.
Why? Because Vic Fangio’s Eagles defense, for all its strength, has been vulnerable to play-action. Philly’s defense has surrendered 10 yards per attempt on play-action passes, which is the fifth-most in the league. If Detroit can replicate last week’s balance, it will have a real shot at keeping pace in a potential shootout with Phildelphia’s playmakers including quarterback Jalen Hurts and receiver A.J. Brown. Expect Campbell and Offensive Coordinator John Morton to test Philly’s linebackers and safeties early with deep crossers, layered routes, and vertical shots to Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jameson Williams.
Still, this is a different kind of challenge. The Eagles are battle-tested and opportunistic, finding ways to win even when they don’t look dominant. Hurts hasn’t been as sharp as last season, but his command of the offense (and his connection with DeVonta Smith) remains lethal. The larger question is whether Brown’s growing frustration with his role becomes a factor, or if it fuels another breakout performance.
Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams (1) celebrates a touchdown against the Washington Commanders with quarterback Jared Goff (16) during the second half at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Md., on Sunday, November 9, 2025.What 2 Watch 4
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Matthew Stafford continues to defy time and expectations in Los Angeles. After tossing four touchdown passes for a third straight game last week, he became the first player in league history to do so three times in a row without an interception. If Stafford throws another four against Seattle on Sunday, he’ll tie Dan Marino (1984) for the second-longest such streak in a single season, trailing only Peyton Manning’s record from 2004. Justin Herbert also has a date with history. With 154 passing yards against Jacksonville, the Chargers quarterback will pass Marino for the third-most passing yards ever by a player in their first six seasons, behind only Manning and Patrick Mahomes. Meanwhile, Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield needs just one more touchdown (passing or rushing) in Buffalo to become the fourth former No. 1 overall pick to hit 200 combined touchdowns through eight seasons, joining Manning, Cam Newton, and Matthew Stafford. In San Francisco, 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey keeps adding to his legacy as one of the game’s most versatile weapons. With six catches at Arizona, he’ll become the fourth running back in NFL history with 75 or more receptions in six different seasons. Elsewhere, Bengals receiver Ja’Marr Chase (91 yards from surpassing Jerry Rice’s five-year receiving total), Lions wideout Amon-Ra St. Brown (three catches from becoming the No. 2 most productive receiver through five seasons), and Bucs rookie Emeka Egbuka (123 yards from joining Odell Beckham Jr. and Mike Evans in a rare early-career club) could all make history.Hence then, the article about nfl week 11 preview seahawks rams headlines pivotal slate nfc clash with january vibes more was published today ( ) and is available on Bleacher Nation ( Middle East ) The editorial team at PressBee has edited and verified it, and it may have been modified, fully republished, or quoted. You can read and follow the updates of this news or article from its original source.
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