At a Glance
- The Los Angeles Rams will face the Seattle Seahawks in their first ever NFC Championship Game.
- The Rams won the first matchup 21-19 in Week 11; the Seahawks won the second 38-37 in Week 16.
- Both teams are entering the game with playoff victories that set up a high-stakes showdown.
Why it matters: The winner will represent the NFC in Super Bowl LX, and the matchup adds to a historic rivalry that has already produced two dramatic playoff games.
The Los Angeles Rams face Seattle Seahawks in a clash that could decide the NFC champion for the 2024 season. The two teams have already met twice this year in thrilling games, and their third meeting will be the conference title that sends a team to the Super Bowl. This game is the first time the Rams and Seahawks will meet in an NFC Championship Game.
The Rivalry Recap
The Rams and Seahawks have a history of close games. In 2025, the Rams won the first meeting 21-19 at their home stadium in Week 11. The game was a tight affair that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The Seahawks returned the favor in Week 16 with a 38-37 overtime victory that included a two-point conversion, ending the Rams’ hopes of a straight-away playoff run.
Playoff Journey
The Rams finished the regular season with a 12-5 record, earning the No. 5 seed in the NFC. They defeated the Carolina Panthers 34-31 in a wild-card comeback, pulling back a deficit in the final quarter to secure the win. In the divisional round, the Rams edged the Chicago Bears 20-17 in overtime, with a clutch field goal that sealed the victory.
Seattle entered the playoffs with a 14-3 record and the No. 1 seed after their Week 16 win. They dominated the 49ers 41-6 in the divisional round, a blowout that showcased the Seahawks’ offensive prowess and defensive resilience.
Playoff Highlights
- Rams vs. Panthers (Wild Card) – 34-31 comeback win.
- Rams vs. Bears (Divisional) – 20-17 overtime victory.
- Seahawks vs. 49ers (Divisional) – 41-6 blowout.
Historical Stakes
The NFC Championship Game has been the gateway to the Super Bowl for many teams. The Los Angeles Rams, formerly the St. Louis Rams, have appeared in the game 12 times, with a record of 5 wins and 6 losses. Their most recent appearance was in 2020, where they won the wild-card matchup but fell short in the conference title.
The Seattle Seahawks have a shorter history in the NFC Championship Game, with four appearances and an undefeated 3-0 record. Their last trip was in 2014, when they won the game and went on to win Super Bowl XLVIII.
Team Records in NFC Championship Games
| Team | Appearances | Wins | Losses |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Francisco 49ers | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Dallas Cowboys | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Los Angeles Rams | 12 | 5 | 6 |
| Philadelphia Eagles | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Green Bay Packers | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Minnesota Vikings | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Washington Commanders | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| New York Giants | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| Chicago Bears | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Seattle Seahawks | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Tampa Bay Buccaneers | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Carolina Panthers | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Atlanta Falcons | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| New Orleans Saints | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Arizona Cardinals | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Detroit Lions | 2 | 0 | 2 |
What the Stats Mean
- The Rams have the most NFC Championship appearances among teams that have not yet won a Super Bowl, indicating consistent playoff presence.
- The Seahawks’ perfect record in the conference title game shows their ability to perform under high pressure.
- The Cowboys and 49ers lead with eight wins each, underscoring their historical dominance in the NFC.
Key Takeaways
- The Rams and Seahawks have already produced two of the most memorable games of the season, each winning one.
- The Rams’ playoff path included dramatic comebacks, while the Seahawks dominated the 49ers in the divisional round.
- The winner will be the first team from the NFC to reach Super Bowl LX, a milestone that has eluded both franchises until now.
- Historical records show that the Rams have more appearances but a lower win percentage than the Seahawks, who have never lost an NFC Championship Game.
