Did Seattle Seahawks' Defense Silence Minnesota Vikings at Lumen Field?
The Seattle Seahawks improved their record to 9-3 with a commanding 26-0 victory over the Minnesota Vikings, who now stand at 4-8. This matchup took place at Lumen Field, where the Hawks showcased their defensive prowess and offensive efficiency. The game was attended by a crowd of 68,790 fans.
First Quarter
The first quarter set the tone for the game as Seattle's defense came out strong. Ernest Jones was instrumental in this period, recording an interception that halted a promising drive by the Vikes. The Hawks capitalized on this turnover with Jason Myers kicking one of his four successful field goals.
Second Quarter
In the second quarter, Zach Charbonnet found his rhythm in rushing plays, contributing significantly to Seattle's ground game with a touchdown run from 17 yards out. Kenneth Walker also made notable contributions with his longest rush of 24 yards during this period.
Third Quarter
As play resumed after halftime, Riq Woolen added another interception to Seattle's tally, further stifling any momentum for Minnesota. Meanwhile, Jason Myers continued his perfect streak with two more field goals extending Seattle’s lead.
Fourth Quarter
The final quarter saw Ernest Jones shine again as he returned an interception for an impressive 85-yard touchdown—one of the game's defining moments that sealed Minnesota’s fate and highlighted game-changing plays in this matchup between these two teams.
Seattle Seahawks vs Minnesota Vikings final score reflected not only their defensive dominance but also tactical execution on both sides of the ball throughout all quarters. In contrast, despite some efforts from Sam Darnold leading Viking’s offense with short passes and attempts to break through Hawk's defense line—it wasn't enough against such formidable opposition.
Looking ahead: The next challenge awaits when they travel southward facing Atlanta Falcons scheduled December 7th at Mercedes-Benz Stadium; kickoff set for 1:00 PM EDT broadcasted live via FOX network channel—mark your calendars!
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