CHICAGO — In a nail-biting clash that felt more like a chess match than a football game, the Seattle Seahawks narrowly defeated the Chicago Bears 6-3 on Thursday night.

This hard-fought victory now leaves the Seahawks clinging to a tenuous hope for a playoff spot as they await crucial outcomes from other games.

Despite the low score, the win showcased a formidable Seahawks defense that recorded seven sacks, holding the Bears to a mere 179 total yards – a season low for Seattle's opponents.

The offense, however, was a different story, relying solely on two field goals from Jason Myers.

Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald was pragmatic about the team's performance.

"Just how we drew it up," he quipped dryly. His acknowledgment of the adversity faced is telling; the defense deserves accolades for stepping up when the offense faltered.

The victory, while crucial in the moment, did little to solidify Seattle's playoff dreams, which now hinge on the performance of the Los Angeles Rams.

The Seahawks are fervently hoping that the Arizona Cardinals can upset the Rams in their upcoming matchup, allowing Seattle to keep their postseason aspirations alive.

Quarterback Geno Smith expressed some frustration, stating, "Honestly, we shouldn’t be in this position. We have to control our destiny." Smith is all-in on cheering for Kyler Murray and the Cardinals as they try to beat the Rams, knowing full well how pivotal their game will be for Seattle's playoff chances.

Key moments from the game included a thrilling finish, where linebacker Riq Woolen sealed the victory with an interception on a desperation pass from Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams.

This interception halted Williams' impressive streak of 353 passes without throwing a pick, the longest for a rookie in NFL history.

As the Seahawks look back, it’s worth noting that this contest tied for the lowest point total in franchise history and marked the most underwhelming game in the NFL this season.

While those stats might raise eyebrows, the Seahawks' record now stands at 9-7, assuring them of a winning season under Macdonald’s leadership—a significant achievement amid a tumultuous season.

The Seahawks' road record plays in their favor, improving to 6-1 away from home, as they prepare to face the Rams in a do-or-die scenario next week.

With a chance to tie their all-time best road record of 7-1 observed in 2019 at stake, the team will need to capitalize on every opportunity.

In a game marked by physicality and tension, wide receiver DK Metcalf found himself in the spotlight after being penalized for two personal fouls in a single play.

He shrugged off the incident, citing the inherent physical nature of football.

As the Seahawks reflect on this hard-earned victory, they now enter the waiting game.

Their fate rests not only on their performance in the upcoming match but also on the outcomes of rival contests.

"We’re in the mode of controlling what we can control," Macdonald emphasized.

The team's spirits remain high as they prepare for a potential showdown for the NFC West division title.

Can they pull off a miraculous finish? Stay tuned!