Seahawks increase lead to 34-6 in third quarter
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The Seattle Seahawks are advancing confidently toward the NFC Championship Game with a commanding 34-6 lead over the San Francisco 49ers, as of 2:23 remaining in the third quarter. Seattle added 10 points on its first two drives of the second half. The 49ers’ opening drive of the half ended in a turnover on downs after a 14-yard sack of quarterback Brock Purdy by Seahawks' Leonard Williams. Seattle capitalized with a 24-yard field goal by Jason Myers following a 36-yard drive.
The Seahawks further extended their lead after linebacker Ernest Jones intercepted Purdy on the 49ers’ next possession. Kenneth Walker then scored his second touchdown of the night on a 15-yard run, capping a 47-yard drive in six plays. Walker has 14 carries for 79 yards. Meanwhile, Sam Darnold has completed 12 of 17 passes for 124 yards and a touchdown. Seattle's scoring drives have been efficient, covering 44
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