Smith Throws 255 Yards In 49ers Win Over Seahawks
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Alex Smith threw for 255 yards and three touchdowns in a triumphant return to the starting lineup following a five-game absence, and the San Francisco 49ers improved their playoff hopes with a 40-21 victory over the NFC West rival Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.
The Niners muddled up the ugly West race even more with a surprisingly lopsided win.
San Francisco (5-8) moved within a game of division leaders Seattle (6-7) and St. Louis. The 49ers looked much more like the team that was predicted to win the division after an unbeaten preseason.
Matt Hasselbeck went 27 for 42 for 285 yards and two TDs, but threw four interceptions and lost a fumble as Seattle had turnovers in five of six possessions during one stretch.
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