The 49ers Week 1 loss to the Bears in Chicago was something of a wash. Literally. Through monsoon conditions, it's difficult to judge the potential of quarterback Trey Lance, who has taken over the San Francisco offense this year.
But even dismissing the disappointing showing in Chicago, there's no reason for Lance, still largely unproven, to be a touchdown favorite against a Seahawks team that looked better than anyone expected last week.
Sure, Seattle is at risk of a let-down game after the high-running emotions from Week 1 — taking down former franchise QB Russell Wilson to start the season — but Geno Smith looked good with the football, and Lance still hasn't shown anything that indicates he's a world-beater yet.