Seahawks vs. Rams: 3 X-factors on offense for NFC Championship Game

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The Seattle Seahawks will meet their rival Los Angeles Rams in this weekend's NFC Championship Game. A spot in Super Bowl LX is on the line. Klint Kubiak's offense will need to play an effective game versus a Rams team they split the regular season series with.

We've identified three potential X-factors for the Seahawks on offense.

Sam Darnold, QB​

Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold must play effectively. Darnold threw four interceptions in the Week 11 defeat to the Rams. The Seahawks haven't lost since, and he performed admirably in Seattle's thrilling come-from-behind overtime victory over the Rams.

Kenneth Walker III, RB​

Kenneth Walker III will be the Seahawks' lead back after Zach Charbonnet suffered a season-ending knee injury in the Divisional Round victory over the San Francisco 49ers. Walker rushed for 116 yards and matched a career-high with three rushing touchdowns. The Seahawks need a repeat effort from the former Michigan State standout.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba, WR​

Jaxon Smith-Njigba registered eight receptions for 96 yards and a touchdown in Seattle's regular-season overtime win over the Rams, and he surpassed 100 yards in their first meeting. The Rams will counter the Seahawks' passing attack with Matthew Stafford and Puka Nacua. Darnold and Smith-Njigba have to match them blow for blow.

This article originally appeared on Seahawks Wire: Seahawks vs. Rams: 3 X-factors on offense for NFC Championship Game

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