The Seattle Seahawks delivered a statement win on Monday night, defeating the Houston Texans 27-19 in front of a roaring home crowd. With this victory, Seattle surged to a 5-2 record, tying for the top spot in the fiercely competitive NFC West.
Smith-Njigba’s Spontaneous Brilliance
Jaxon Smith-Njigba was the undeniable star of the night. The second-year receiver continued his breakout season, hauling in eight catches for 123 yards and a touchdown—his fifth 100-yard game of the year, tying him for the second-most in a single season by any Seahawk. Smith-Njigba’s highlight moment came late in the first quarter, when he snagged an 11-yard touchdown pass from Sam Darnold and celebrated with a spontaneous slam-dunk over the goalpost, drawing an unsportsmanlike conduct penalty but electrifying the stadium.
"That was very spontaneous," Smith-Njigba told reporters after the game.
"Definitely saw a lot of my favorites do it (growing up), but that was really on the spot right there." His performance has made him the NFL’s leader in receiving yards this season, and he’s now the second player in franchise history to record three consecutive 100-yard games.
Defense and Charbonnet Seal the Deal
Seattle’s defense set the tone early, holding Houston scoreless in the first quarter and limiting their offensive production throughout the night. Running back
Zach Charbonnet added two rushing touchdowns, including a crucial two-yard score late in the third quarter that gave the Seahawks a commanding 27-12 lead.
The Texans’ only offensive touchdown came late in the fourth quarter, when rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud connected with running back Woody Marks for a four-yard score. Houston’s other touchdown was a defensive effort: Will Anderson Jr. strip-sacked Darnold in the end zone and recovered the fumble for six points, but the Texans failed to convert the ensuing two-point attempt.
Key Stats and Standings
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Final Score: Seahawks 27, Texans 19
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Smith-Njigba: 8 receptions, 123 yards, 1 TD
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Charbonnet: 2 rushing TDs
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Seahawks Record: 5-2 (tied for 1st in NFC West with 49ers and Rams)
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Texans Record: 2-4
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Final |
|--------------|---|---|---|---|-------|
| Texans (HOU) | 0 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 19 |
| Seahawks (SEA)|14 | 0 |13 | 0 | 27 |
Seattle’s win snapped Houston’s two-game streak and dropped the Texans to 2-4 on the season. The Seahawks, meanwhile, head into their bye week with momentum and a share of the division lead.
What’s Next for Seattle?
With the offense firing on all cylinders and the defense making timely plays, the Seahawks look poised for a deep playoff run. Smith-Njigba’s emergence as a top receiver gives Sam Darnold a reliable target, while the running game and defense continue to provide balance.
Seattle fans have plenty to be excited about as the team eyes a return to postseason glory.
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