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Seahawks defense clamps down on Kenneth Walker III, hand the Chiefs their first loss of the season

Seattle’s defense forced Kansas City’s former teammate Kenneth Walker III to finish with just 36 rushing yards as the Seahawks held the Chiefs to a 20‑3 victory. The unit shut out Kansas City in the first half and kept them out of the red zone all night, marking Patrick Mahomes’ first start without a red‑zone appearance and the Chiefs’ first loss, dropping them to 5‑1.

Wide receiver Jaxon Smith‑Njigba accounted for most of Seattle’s offense, catching 150 yards and a touchdown, while quarterback Sam Darnold added a costly interception that helped preserve the lead. Linebacker Tyrice Knight was a key part of the defensive effort that stifled the Chiefs, and the game fit into a broader plan outlined by defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald to neutralize Walker.

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