Jaxon Smith-Njigba starred with nine receptions for 150 yards and a touchdown as the Seattle Seahawks defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 20-3 on Sunday evening. This victory not only snapped the Seahawks' two-game losing streak but also marked the Chiefs' first loss of the season, leaving them at 5-1 while the Seahawks improved to 4-3.

Sam Darnold contributed significantly, throwing for 257 yards and a touchdown, while Emanuel Wilson added 24 carries for 100 yards and a touchdown. The Seahawks effectively neutralized Patrick Mahomes, holding him to 165 yards and an interception, and limited former Seahawk Kenneth Walker III to just 36 yards on 14 carries. This was a notable achievement considering Walker had been averaging a league-leading 133 yards per game.

Kansas City struggled across all phases, with Coach Andy Reid accepting full responsibility for the team's performance. The Chiefs managed only 213 total yards, including 50 on the ground, showcasing a lackluster offensive display throughout the game.

Key moments included:

• Darnold's 33-yard pass to Smith-Njigba setting up a 25-yard field goal for a 3-0 lead.
• A 28-yard touchdown pass from Darnold to Smith-Njigba, extending Seattle's lead to 10-0 just before halftime.
• Jason Myers adding a 35-yard field goal for a 13-0 advantage.

Despite Mahomes' efforts, including a 19-yard completion to Travis Kelce, Kansas City's offense was unable to capitalize, with Harrison Butker missing two field goals. The game concluded with Wilson's 21-yard touchdown run, sealing the Seahawks' commanding victory.

Coach Mike Macdonald expressed optimism, stating, "I think this game reminds the guys what we're capable of... there are more levels to where we can go." This performance signals a potential turning point for the Seahawks as they aim to build momentum moving forward.