3 articles · Updated · The New York Times · Oct 26
Summary
Jaxon Smith-Njigba caught 9 passes for 150 yards and a touchdown as Seattle beat Kansas City 20-3 on Sunday night, improving to 4-3 and handing the Chiefs their first loss.
Seattle controlled the game with 410 total yards, 24 first downs and 35:31 of possession, while Sam Darnold went 20-of-28 for 257 yards and a touchdown despite a red-zone interception.
Kansas City's offense never found rhythm: Patrick Mahomes threw for 165 yards and was pressured on 17 of 34 dropbacks, while Kenneth Walker III was held to 36 rushing yards in his return to Seattle.
The Chiefs' defense also unraveled on third down, allowing Seattle to convert 11 of 16 attempts, including multiple third-and-long plays that repeatedly extended drives.
The result tightens Seattle's position in the NFC West and sends Kansas City into its next AFC West matchup at Denver with clear concerns on protection and third-down defense.