The Seattle Seahawks secured a thrilling 37-27 victory over the visiting Carolina Panthers in a high-scoring affair. With this win, the Seahawks improved their record to 2-1, while the Panthers fell to 0-3.
The Seahawks’ Kenneth Walker III was the standout performer, rushing for two touchdowns and accumulating a game-high 97 yards on 18 carries. He also contributed with three receptions for 59 yards, showcasing his versatility on the field.
Quarterback Geno Smith had an efficient day, completing 23 of 36 passes for 296 yards and one touchdown, a 5-yarder to rookie Jake Bobo with just 4:17 remaining in the game. DK Metcalf played a crucial role, making six catches for 112 yards.
For the Panthers, veteran quarterback Andy Dalton started in place of the injured Bryce Young. Dalton completed 34 of 58 passes for 361 yards and two touchdowns. Adam Thielen was a standout, recording 11 receptions for 145 yards, including a 15-yard touchdown in the final minutes.
The first half saw a flurry of field goals, with both teams combining for six. Seattle found the end zone for the first time in the third quarter when Walker scored on a 1-yard run, extending the Seahawks’ lead to 22-13.
Carolina responded with a 1-yard touchdown run by Miles Sanders at the start of the fourth quarter to narrow the gap to 22-20. However, Seattle quickly regained control as Walker scored his second touchdown of the day on a 7-yard run.
The game featured an exciting back-and-forth, with both teams displaying their offensive prowess. In the end, the Seahawks secured the victory, marking their second consecutive win and maintaining a strong start to the season.
