The Seattle Seahawks kept their NFC West momentum rolling with a dramatic win over the Arizona Cardinals, stretching their winning streak against Arizona to eight games and shaking up the division race in the process.
Seahawks Survive Cardinals' Late Surge
Thursday night’s Week 4 matchup in Arizona was anything but routine for the Seahawks. Coming in with a 7-game winning streak against the Cardinals, Seattle faced a determined Arizona squad and a raucous home crowd. Both teams entered the game with identical 2-1 records, trailing only the undefeated San Francisco 49ers in the NFC West standings.
The Seahawks, led by quarterback
Sam Darnold, leaned heavily on their offensive stars. Running back
Kenneth Walker III powered through the Cardinals’ defense, while wide receiver
Jaxon Smith-Njigba made several clutch catches to keep drives alive. Seattle’s defense, anchored by
Leonard Williams and
Byron Murphy II, was tasked with containing Arizona’s dynamic quarterback
Kyler Murray—a challenge that kept fans on the edge of their seats all night.
Major Injuries Shape the Game
Seattle’s secondary was tested after news broke that star cornerback
Devon Witherspoon was questionable with a bruised MCL. The Seahawks also welcomed back running back
Zach Charbonnet, who missed last week’s game against the Saints, adding much-needed depth to their ground attack.
On the Cardinals’ side, injuries continued to be a storyline, with running back
James Conner sidelined, forcing Arizona to rely on backup options and Murray’s scrambling ability.
Key Moments and Turning Points
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Seattle jumped out to an early lead, capitalizing on a turnover and converting with a touchdown pass from Darnold to Smith-Njigba.
- The Cardinals responded with a pair of scoring drives, including a highlight-reel run by Murray, narrowing the gap and keeping the pressure on Seattle’s defense.
- In the fourth quarter, Arizona threatened to steal the win, but a crucial interception by Seahawks safety
Julian Love sealed the victory for Seattle.
NFC West Standings Shake-Up
With this win, the Seahawks improve to 3-1, keeping pace with the 49ers and pushing the Cardinals down to 2-2. The division remains tightly contested, with the Rams also sitting at 2-1.
| Team | Wins | Losses | Ties | Points For | Points Against |
|----------------|------|--------|------|------------|---------------|
| 49ers | 3 | 0 | 0 | 59 | 49 |
| Seahawks | 3 | 1 | 0 | 88 | 47 |
| Cardinals | 2 | 2 | 0 | 62 | 51 |
| Rams | 2 | 1 | 0 | 73 | 61 |
What’s Next for Both Teams?
Seattle’s victory not only extends their dominance over Arizona but also sends a message to the rest of the NFC West: the Seahawks are legitimate contenders this season. With key players returning from injury and a defense that continues to deliver in clutch moments, Seattle looks poised for a deep playoff run.
For the Cardinals, the loss stings but offers hope. Kyler Murray’s resilience and flashes of brilliance suggest Arizona can bounce back, especially as they get healthier in the coming weeks.
Expert Commentary
As a longtime NFL observer, it’s clear the Seahawks’ ability to win close games is no fluke. Head coach
Mike Macdonald has instilled a gritty mentality, and the team’s depth is showing up when it matters most. The Cardinals, meanwhile, are still searching for consistency but have the talent to surprise opponents as the season unfolds.
Takeaway: The NFC West is shaping up to be one of the most competitive divisions in football. If Seattle keeps this pace, they could be the team to watch come playoff time.
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