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.
Sixteen‑year‑old Deejay Tuiasosopo, a freshman running back and linebacker for Federal Way High School, is killed after a drunk driver crashes onto a sidewalk on Pacific Highway South in Washington. Police say a 29‑year‑old suspect, arrested for vehicular homicide, caused the fatal collision. Deejay, part of the storied Tuiasosopo NFL lineage that includes former Seahawks draftee Manu and Raiders player Marques, was on track for a 2028 graduation and a state championship dream. His death adds to the 11,904 U.S. drunk‑driving fatalities this year.
The Chicago Bears, sitting 5-2 heading into Week 8 versus Seattle, are eyeing an aggressive trade‑deadline push to fix defensive woes. While their run defense ranks eighth, the pass defense sits 18th and cornerback Jaylon Johnson surprisingly rates 96th out of 103 by PFF. Sources say Chicago may chase a cornerback or a pass‑rusher, with Khalil Mack topping the rumor list. General manager Ryan Poles is reportedly ready to part with picks, even a first‑rounder, to bolster a squad that hopes to turn its strong start into a Super Bowl run.
The Los Angeles Rams must win both remaining games before the November 10 trade deadline to keep playoff hopes alive. After a 35-21 victory over the Raiders, they face a winless 0-6 Chargers and a struggling 1-4-1 Commanders, teams whose combined 3-15-1 record offers little margin for error. Sitting 3-4, the Rams trail the 4-3 Packers, Seahawks and Falcons for the final NFC spots, and a loss could trigger a fire‑sale of stars like Matthew Stafford and Myles Garrett for future draft assets. Both the Rams and Chargers treat the upcoming clash as a de facto Super Bowl of 2026.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
Kenneth Walker did not greet his former Seahawks teammates after the game on Sunday night.
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.
Kansas City Chiefs star running back Kenneth Walker III didn't have the revenge game he wanted against his former Seattle Seahawks squad in Sunday night's 20-3 loss.
The Seattle Seahawks' social media team reveled in Sunday's 20-3 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.
The Seattle Seahawks routed the Kansas City Chiefs 20-3 and used the win to mock Travis Kelman’s wife, Taylor Swift, with an Instagram post featuring friendship bracelets and the caption “End Game,” a nod to Swift’s 2017 song. Swift, who rarely travels to away games, wasn’t at Lumen Field, and the Chiefs fell without her usual luck‑boosting presence. Despite the loss, Kelce posted a solid 44‑yard, four‑catch performance, moving into the top five all‑time in receptions, while Patrick Mahomes managed only 165 passing yards and an interception. The Chiefs stay 5-1 and face the Broncos in Week 8.