Seahawks left tackle Charles Cross suffers a high‑ankle sprain in Seattle’s 27‑24 victory over the Chiefs on Sunday night, according to Jordan Schultz. The 25‑year‑old is listed as week‑to‑week, meaning he will miss at least some action. Cross, a No. 9 overall pick in 2022, has started all seven games this season and is rated the No. 9 tackle by Pro Football Focus. Seattle recently exercised his fifth‑year option and gave him a four‑year, $104 million extension. The injury’s severity remains unclear, but the team expects a short layoff.
The Seattle Seahawks sparked a fan backlash after posting a social‑media jab at Taylor Swift following their surprise 20‑3 win over the undefeated Kansas City Chiefs on Oct. 26, 2026. The team shared a bracelet image with the caption “End Game,” referencing Swift’s 2017 song, prompting criticism that the Seahawks needlessly dragged the pop star—now married to Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce—into their celebration. While the Chiefs sit 5‑1 heading into Week 8, Seattle’s victory and the ensuing online debate highlight how NFL teams use social media to stir controversy.
The Kansas City Chiefs endure their first defeat of the season, a 20‑3 blowout at Seattle in Week 7. Patrick Mahomes finishes with a career‑low 165 yards, no touchdowns and an interception, becoming the only quarterback in his 152 starts who never reached the red zone. Kenneth Walker III is limited to 36 yards on 14 carries as Seattle’s defense smothers the run, while the offensive line leaves him exposed. Harrison Butker goes 1‑of‑3 on field goals and the Chiefs convert just 3 of 11 third‑downs, versus Seattle’s 11 of 16. Andy Reid accepts full responsibility for the collapse across offense, defense and special teams.
The Chiefs fall to Seattle 410-213, dropping to 5-1 after a night of missed opportunities. While the offense never reached the red zone and the defense recorded no sacks, three players shone: cornerback Nohl Williams with 10 tackles and a 65‑yard pick‑six, rookie cornerback Mansoor Delane breaking up two passes against Jaxon Smith‑Njigba, and rookie Emmett Johnson contributing catches, a key block and a 41‑yard kick return. The six biggest letdowns were L’Jarius Sneed (over‑exposed by the Seahawks), kicker Harrison Butker (missed three field goals, including 58‑ and 45‑yard attempts), running back Kenneth Walker (57 yards on 2.6 avg), wideout Xavier Worthy (3 catches for 11 yards), QB Patrick Mahomes (interception and fumble recovery), and a depleted offensive line forced to start backups. The article breaks down each winner and loser from the Sunday night loss.
In Week 7 of the 2026 NFL season, Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker misses two field goals as Kansas City falls 20-3 to the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Andy Reid praised Butker’s past consistency but warned he must "fix" his performance quickly. Butker has gone 11 of 16 on field goals (68.8%) this season, with a longest make of 50 yards, a dip from his 69‑yard preseason success. The veteran is under contract through 2028, and the Chiefs hope to rally his game before the next matchup.
Travis Kelce moved into the top five on the NFL's all-time receptions list in the Kansas City Chiefs' Week 7 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.
Kansas City Chiefs left tackle Josh Simmons was ordered out of an offensive meeting by head coach Andy Reid and quarterback Patrick Mahomes on Oct. 26, 2026 after he kept his feet up, citing back and hip pain. The confrontation escalated until Mahomes echoed Reid’s demand that Simmons leave and seek treatment. Simmons later apologized, but the next day the Chiefs placed him on injured reserve with a bulging herniated disc in his lower back. The second‑year 2025 first‑round pick has missed all season, and undrafted rookie Kahlil Benson now starts at left tackle. Simmons could be eligible to return by Week 11.
The Seattle Seahawks crush the previously unbeaten Kansas City Chiefs 20-3 on Oct. 26, 2026, showcasing a balanced attack and stifling defense. Anthony Bradford’s return sparks the offense, while Sam Darnold throws two big touchdowns to Jaxon Smith‑Njigba, who finishes with 150 yards and a score. The defense limits Patrick Mahomes to 165 yards, 1 INT, and no red‑zone trips, holding former Seahawk RB Kenneth Walker III to 36 rushing yards. Nick Emmanwori’s versatile pressure forces the turnover, and the run game piles up 153 yards, highlighted by Emmanuel Wilson’s 100‑yard effort. The win positions Seattle as a serious contender moving forward.
Jaxon Smith‑Njigda electrifies Seattle with nine catches, 150 yards and a TD in the 20‑3 win over Kansas City, becoming the first player in the Super Bowl era to reach 850 receiving yards and eight touchdowns through seven games. His 867 yards tie Lance Alworth’s eighth‑best start in NFL history, and he leads the league with eight TDs. Coach Mike Macdonald praised Smith‑Njigda’s “tremendous” performance and hinted at undisclosed adversity he faced earlier in the week. The Seahawks improve to 4‑3, while the Chiefs are held to a season‑low three points.
In Week 7, the Seattle Seahawks shut down the Kansas City Chiefs' offense, marking the first time a Patrick Mahomes-led team failed to reach the red zone since 2016. Mahomes finished with just 165 passing yards, a 5.0 yards‑per‑attempt average and a 58.3 passer rating, his lowest marks in years. Injuries to Rashee Rice, Tyquan Thornton and right tackle Jaylon Moore, plus penalties and a key illegal‑shift call on Travis Kelce, hampered the unit. The Chiefs managed only three points, matching their 2021 loss to Tennessee, while Kenneth Walker was limited to 36 rushing yards. Coach Andy Reid blamed third‑and‑long situations and penalties, and Mahomes admitted the need to improve drive sustainability after a frustrating primetime defeat.
Seattle Seahawks beat Kansas City Chiefs 20-3 as Sam Darnold threw for 257 yards and Jaxon Smith-Njigba had 150 receiving yards and a touchdown.
The unbeaten Vikings (6-0) may hit the trade market before the Nov. 10 deadline to fix offensive holes. Insider Alec Lewis hints at targeting a running back or guard, noting injuries to Jordan Mason and Aaron Jones, and cites potential RBs like Jonathan Taylor, Saquon Barkley and Tony Pollard. He also mentions defensive tackle depth and the over‑performing rookies Caleb Banks and Domonique Orange. With a 16-10 win over Indianapolis exposing flaws, Minnesota could make moves to sustain its early success.
The Seattle Seahawks snap the Chiefs' unbeaten streak with a 20-3 win at Lumen Field on Oct. 26, 2026. Jaxon Smith‑Njigba records nine catches for 150 yards and a TD, while Sam Darnold throws for 257 yards and Emanuel Wilson rushes for 100 yards and a score. Kansas City’s offense stalls, holding Patrick Mahomes out of the red zone for the first time and missing two field goals by Harrison Butker. A viral video shows a Chiefs fan being escorted out for smoking, then confronting a Seahawks fan and tossing a lit cigarette. Lumen Field’s strict no‑smoking and conduct policies allow ejection and a $250 reentry fee.
The Seahawks rebound from a 3‑3 start with a dominant 20‑3 win over the unbeaten Chiefs, reviving Super Bowl chatter. Sam Darnold throws just one interception – a poor end‑zone pass – and posts a 96.9 passer rating, completing 20 of 28 passes for 257 yards and a TD. Jaxon Smith‑Njigba catches nine passes for 150 yards and a score, while Emanuel Wilson rushes for 100 yards and a TD. Seattle’s defense, led by Mike Macdonald, holds Patrick Mahomes to three points and forces a turnover. The offensive line records zero sacks, enabling a balanced attack that could propel Seattle deep into the postseason.
Chiefs head coach Andy Reid says left tackle Josh Simmons’ placement on injured reserve is solely due to a lingering back problem, dismissing recent reports that a meeting‑kickout by Reid and Patrick Mahomes was related. Simmons, a 2025 first‑round pick, has missed most of his rookie season with a fractured wrist and has not played this year because of the back issue, amid off‑field concerns. Reid stresses the health issue is the only factor and adds, “I’ll leave it at that.”
The Seahawks came into Week 7 with little success running the football, but the Chiefs wouldn't know it after a disappointing loss.
The Seattle Seahawks snap a two‑game skid with a 20‑3 victory over the 5‑0 Kansas City Chiefs, and star wideout Jaxon Smith‑Njigba steals the spotlight. He logged nine catches for 150 yards and a touchdown, boosting his season total to 867 receiving yards—231 yards ahead of the next competitor. At this rate, Smith‑Njigba is on track to eclipse Calvin Johnson’s 1,964‑yard single‑season record, projecting 2,106 yards after 17 games. With Rashied Shaheed sidelined, quarterback Sam Darnold continues to target Smith‑Njigba, keeping Seattle’s offense humming.
The Falcons pull off a statement 24-15 win over the previously unbeaten 49ers in Week 7. After trailing 14-3, Michael Penix Jr. sparks a comeback with three touchdown passes—two to Nick Muse and Kyle Pitts—while the defense forces crucial turnovers, including a game‑changing interception by rookie Kendal Daniels. A late field goal by Nick Folk seals the victory, giving Atlanta a 3-2 record since Penix returned and reviving hopes of ending the playoff drought that began in 2017. The win comes amid a tough schedule that still includes the Packers, Ravens, Bucs, Chiefs, Bengals, Vikings and Lions.
In the Chiefs’ 20-3 Week 7 loss to Seattle, slot corner L’Jarius Sneed records a season‑low 14 snaps, covering just 20% of defensive plays while allowing five catches for 83 yards. Safety Chris Roland‑Wallace steps in with 31 snaps and limits opponents to three catches for 15 yards. Offensively, rookie Cyrus Allen shines with 18 yards on two targets, while the receiving corps totals only 39 yards on 13 attempts. Rookie edge rusher R Mason Thomas sees his snaps dip to a season‑low 20, shifting toward pass‑rush duties. The analysis highlights the Chiefs’ secondary struggles against elite slot receivers and a stagnant passing attack under Mahomes.
Patrick Mahomes suffered his first career start without a red‑zone visit as the Kansas City Chiefs fell 20‑3 to the Seattle Seahawks on Oct. 26, 2026. The loss snapped a 152‑game streak—spanning regular season and playoffs—where Mahomes had at least one red‑zone appearance. Mahomes completed 19 of 33 passes for 165 yards and an interception, while the Chiefs managed just 213 total yards and three of 11 third‑down conversions. Seattle’s defense stifled the offense, and Jaxon Smith‑Njigba hauled in nine catches for 150 yards and a TD. The defeat drops Kansas City to 5‑1 heading into a Week 8 clash with Denver.
In Week 7 the Las Vegas Raiders fell to 3‑4, seeing their playoff chances dwindle as they endure a fourth straight loss. Meanwhile, the Denver Broncos bounced back with a 30‑16 victory over the Cardinals, highlighted by QB Bo Nix’s 62‑yard rushing TD and a strong defensive showing from LB Alex Singleton. The win narrows Denver’s gap with the Kansas City Chiefs, who suffered their first loss of the season, falling 20‑3 to Seattle as Patrick Mahomes posted modest numbers and was held to a single interception. The AFC West now stands with Kansas City at 5‑1, Denver 5‑2, Raiders 3‑4, and the Chargers 0‑6, setting up a pivotal Broncos‑Chiefs clash next week.
Cincinnati scored 35 straight after halftime in Baltimore, Tampa Bay put 26 on Carolina in one quarter, Atlanta handed San Francisco its first loss, the Giants won in overtime in Houston, and Seattle held Kansas City to a field goal. Here is every Sunday final with its box score.
The Seattle Seahawks hand the Kansas City Chiefs their first loss of the 2026 season, beating them 20‑3 on Sunday Night Football. In response, Seattle’s social media team trolls Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce’s wife, pop star Taylor Swift, posting a friendship‑bracelet image with the caption “End Game,” a reference to Swift’s 2017 song. Kelce still makes history, surpassing Tony Gonzalez for most receiving yards by a tight end. The playful jab ignites a Swift‑fan backlash, branding Seattle as a new public enemy.
On Sunday Night Football, the Seattle Seahawks crushed the previously unbeaten Kansas City Chiefs 20‑3 in Week 7, showcasing a ferocious defense that kept Patrick Mahomes out of the red zone and limited the Chiefs to a single field goal. Wide receiver Jaxon Smith‑Njigba sparked the offense with a standout performance, while the defense forced Kansas City’s top‑ranked scoring attack to struggle. The win propels Seattle back into the NFC West race and fuels talk of a resurgence for the defending Super Bowl champs.
The Chiefs’ 20-3 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Oct. 26, 2026, saw Kenneth Walker III limited to just 36 rushing yards and quarterback Patrick Mahomes blame himself for the offense’s failure. Mahomes, who finished 19‑of‑33 for 165 yards with no TDs and an interception, said the team didn’t adapt to Seattle’s run‑stopping focus, highlighting the need for stronger play‑action. With top receivers Rashee Rice and Tyquan Thornton sidelined, Kansas City’s attack stalled, prompting Mahomes to call for adjustments before opponents double‑down on stopping Walker.