49ers: 5 ways San Francisco can beat the Seahawks in Week 13

49ers vs. Seahawks: 5 ways San Francisco can win in Week 13

SEATTLE, WA - SEPTEMBER 17: Head coach Kyle Shanahan of the San Francisco 49ers yells after a call during the second half of the game against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field on September 17, 2017 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Stephen Brashear/Getty Images) /

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SEATTLE, WA – SEPTEMBER 17: Running back Thomas Rawls #34 of the Seattle Seahawks gains yardage in the first quarter against nosetackle Earl Mitchell #90 of the San Francisco 49ers at CenturyLink Field on September 17, 2017 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images) /

No. 3: Contain Seattle’s ground game

Above all else, the rushing attack of the Seahawks is what has propelled them their somewhat surprising 6-5 record. Currently first in the NFL averaging just above 147 yards per game, the Seahawks run game must be contained for the 49ers to have a shot.

While deficient with the pass rush, the 49ers defense has fared better against opponent’s rushing attacks. At 10th in the NFL, allowing just above 102 yards per game, it has been a joint effort for San Francisco’s defense. Linebackers and safeties along with the defensive line have all made plays against opposing rushers.

The 49ers will win this Week 13 matchup if they keep the Seahawks to less than 100 yards rushing.

In what is a battle of strengths for each team, success will most likely be determined by the coaches’ ability to put his players in a position to succeed.