Sam Darnold Leads Seahawks’ Offense to Victory Over Washington

In a decisive victory, Sam Darnold led the Seattle Seahawks’ offense against the Washington Commanders, delivering an impressive performance. Darnold completed 21 of 24 passes for 330 yards and four touchdowns, achieving an outstanding passer rating of 141.0.

First Half Dominance

Darnold started the game strongly. He completed all 16 of his first-half attempts, accumulating 282 yards and four touchdowns. This flawless performance resulted in a perfect passer rating of 158.3. In the second half, he extended his streak to 17 consecutive completions, matching a franchise record held by Warren Moon.

Third Quarter Challenges

Despite a strong start, Darnold faced challenges in the third quarter. He attempted a risky pass while running left, leading to an interception thrown behind his target, Cody White. However, he quickly recovered, orchestrating another touchdown drive that brought the score to 38-7.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s Record-Setting Performance

Jaxon Smith-Njigba continued to solidify his place in Seahawks’ history. Although he did not catch any of Darnold’s touchdowns, he was the leading receiver with eight receptions for 129 yards. Notably, he had 119 yards in the first half alone.

Historic Milestones

• This marked Smith-Njigba’s fourth consecutive game with over 100 receiving yards.
• He now has six 100-yard receiving games this season, tying with Hall of Famer Steve Largent for the most in a single season in franchise history.

With half the season left to play, both Darnold and Smith-Njigba are on an impressive trajectory, hinting at more football excitement to come for the Seahawks and their fans.