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The Seahawks have a dangerous passing attack when they protect quarterback Geno Smith and limit turnovers. Jaxon Smith-Njigba, DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett form an elite trio of receivers who have helped lift Seattle to fourth in passing yards per game.

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The Seattle Seahawks will be looking to keep their playoff hopes alive when they visit the Chicago Bears for a Week 17 matchup tonight. My Seahawks vs. Bears predictions are eyeing Jaxon Smith-Njigba to light up the Chicago pass defense as he continues to solidify himself as one of the best young receivers in the NFL.

With a possible playoff spot on the line for the Seahawks and nothing for the Bears to play for, Thursday could be an offensive explosion for the road team. The play: Jaxon Smith-Njigba to have more than 69.5 receiving yards (-115, DraftKings Sportsbook)

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Our Seahawks vs Bears anytime touchdown picks for Thursday Night Football focus on veterans DK Metcalf & Keenan Allen finding paydirt.

Two NFC North playoff teams will meet again in a heavyweight fight before the playoffs with the Green Bay Packers (11-4) facing the Minnesota Vikings (13-2). Green Bay made sure it clinched its playoff spot in dominating fashion with the first shutout of the NFL season.