The final Thursday night game of the 2024 NFL season will feature two desperate teams in the Seattle Seahawks and the Chicago Bears. The Seahawks can secure a winning record by winning Thursday night, which would be significant in their first season under coach Mike Macdonald. Alternatively, the Bears are looking to stop their losing streak, which has reached nine games.
Seattle’s only route to the playoffs is to win the NFC West, which appears to be a long shot, but they cannot give up, especially after putting up a fight against the Minnesota Vikings. Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith is struggling with a knee injury and throwing interceptions, including two last weekend, but remains a respected competitor.
Meanwhile, the Bears still have something to play for as they look to prove themselves the remainder of the season. The team’s future is uncertain as they are heading into a post-season with quarterback Caleb Williams attempting to set historic records. According to NFL research, Williams’ streak of pass attempts without throwing an interception currently stands at 326, setting a new single-season record in the process.
In the weeks leading up to the season-ending game, doubts have been expressed about the motivation of the Chicago Bears, despite their desire for a win by interim coach Thomas Brown. WR Keenan Allen and WR DJ Moore have discussed their individual struggles and goals as the season ends, and these sentiments could lead to a surge in team play.
In any case, with the stakes not as high, both teams aim to finish strongly, and as the Seahawks bid to win another game on the road, both teams are attempting to put forward a respectable last impression in 2024 NFL season. The game will kick off at Soldier Field in Chicago on Thursday evening at 8:15pm ET on Prime Video and the NFL+.
