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Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season delivered a thrilling slate of games, with several marquee matchups deciding playoff positioning. The AFC East saw a major shift as the Kansas City Chiefs (6-3) overcame the Buffalo Bills (5-3) in a late-afternoon thriller, winning 27-24 after a game-winning field goal by Harrison Butker as time expired. Earlier in the day, the San Francisco 49ers (6-3) shut down the New York Giants 17-6, showing their defense is back to dominant form, while the Indianapolis Colts (8-1) continued their impressive run by grinding out a 24-17 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers, cementing their lead in the AFC South.
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However, all eyes are now focused on Northwest Stadium in Landover, MD, for the primetime matchup. The NFC West-leading Seattle Seahawks (5-2), coming off their bye week, are looking to maintain their edge, while the Washington Commanders (3-5), debuting their classic “Super Bowl Era” uniforms, are desperate to snap a three-game losing streak and keep their season alive.
SUNDAY NIGHT FOOTBALL: SEAHAWKS AT COMMANDERS
First Quarter: Defense and Field Position Battle
The opening quarter was a classic battle of field position, dominated by both defensive lines. Washington’s defensive front, featuring a resurgent Montez Sweat and a powerful Daron Payne, immediately set the tone, pressuring Seahawks QB Geno Smith into quick throws. The Commanders’ young quarterback, Jayden Daniels (returning from a hamstring injury), looked healthy but cautious, focusing on short, high-percentage passes to neutralize the Seahawks’ pass rush.
Seattle’s defense, anchored by safety Julian Love, was equally stout. After an early three-and-out, a beautiful 50-yard punt by Michael Dickson pinned the Commanders at their own 2-yard line. This led to the game’s first scoring opportunity. A Commanders three-and-out gave Seattle excellent field position near midfield. The Seahawks offense finally broke through with a steady dose of Kenneth Walker III runs and a critical third-down conversion on a slant route to Tyler Lockett. The drive stalled at the Commanders’ 20-yard line, leading to a 37-yard field goal by Jason Myers.
Score at End of Q1: Seahawks 3, Commanders 0
Second Quarter: Explosive Plays and a Shift in Momentum
The second quarter opened with a bang for Washington. Facing a second-and-long from their own 30, Daniels dropped back and unleashed a deep ball down the sideline. Rookie receiver Treylon Burks, elevated from the practice squad just yesterday, beat his coverage and hauled in a spectacular, diving 45-yard reception. The crowd exploded. This play seemed to give Daniels the confidence to air it out. Two plays later, he connected with tight end Zach Ertz on a quick out, who broke a tackle and rumbled into the end zone for a 20-yard Commanders touchdown. The extra point gave Washington their first lead.
Seattle responded with a vintage drive. Geno Smith, escaping heavy pressure, scrambled out of the pocket and found DK Metcalf with a perfectly thrown ball on the move for a 35-yard gain. The Seahawks were finally able to establish the run game inside the 10-yard line, and Kenneth Walker III punched it in from the 2-yard line. The score, his sixth rushing touchdown of the season, put Seattle back on top.
With two minutes left in the half, the Commanders drove to midfield. A costly Daniels fumble, caused by a brilliant defensive end Uchenna Nwosu strip-sack, turned the ball over, giving Seattle a chance to score before the break. Seattle quickly marched downfield, but the Commanders’ defense held firm on the goal line. They were forced to settle for a field goal as the clock hit zero.
Score at Halftime: Seahawks 13, Commanders 7
Third Quarter: Washington’s Ground Game Takes Control
Coming out of the locker room, the Commanders’ game plan was clear: run the football. Coach Dan Quinn committed fully to the ground game, leaning on running backs Brian Robinson Jr. and Antonio Gibson. The Washington offensive line, which struggled early, began to wear down the Seahawks’ defensive front. The first drive of the half was a methodical, 14-play, 75-yard masterpiece that ate up over seven minutes of clock time. Robinson Jr. capped the drive with a bruising 3-yard touchdown run up the middle, tying the game and showing a physical shift in the contest.
Seattle’s offense suddenly looked flat and unable to generate a response. The Commanders’ defense came out just as energized, forcing two straight three-and-outs.
With the momentum fully swung, the Commanders drove again. A key third-and-four conversion by a dart throw from Daniels to Curtis Samuel kept the drive alive. The defense looked gassed, and Washington capitalized. After several punishing runs, kicker Joey Slye knocked in a 45-yard field goal to reclaim the lead late in the quarter. The physical toll on Seattle’s defense was apparent as the quarter drew to a close.
Score at End of Q3: Commanders 17, Seahawks 13
Fourth Quarter: The Clutch Finish
The final quarter began with Seattle deep in their own territory, desperately needing a spark. Geno Smith, under constant duress, finally found an answer in Jaxon Smith-Njigba, connecting with the sophomore receiver for a 25-yard gain across the middle, moving the chains and calming the offense. The drive stalled near the Washington 35, forcing a critical fourth-and-three. Coach Pete Carroll elected to go for it. Smith delivered a strike to Lockett for a first down, keeping the drive and the Seahawks’ hopes alive.
Moments later, with the pocket collapsing, Smith threaded a needle to Metcalf in the end zone. TOUCHDOWN SEAHAWKS! The 15-yard scoring play was a thing of beauty—a testament to Smith’s vision and Metcalf’s hands. Seattle took the lead, 20-17, with 4:12 remaining.
Washington, not to be deterred, began their final march. Daniels, showing remarkable composure for a young quarterback in a high-pressure situation, mixed in precise throws with a vital 15-yard scramble. With 1:28 on the clock and the ball at the Seattle 25, Washington faced a third-and-six. Daniels attempted a quick pass over the middle, but Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon jumped the route! INTERCEPTION!
Witherspoon’s diving pick sealed the game. Seattle’s offense took over and ran the clock out, securing a hard-fought road victory. The Seahawks now stand alone atop the NFC West, while the Commanders are left with the crushing reality of a four-game skid.
FINAL SCORE: Seattle Seahawks 20, Washington Commanders 17
