The Seattle Seahawks faced the Washington Commanders on September 27, 2026, in a Week 3 NFL matchup at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland. Washington secured a narrow 33-31 victory in a game that featured major offensive production from Seattle and several decisive defensive plays from the Commanders. The Seahawks finished with 437 total yards, but three turnovers allowed Washington to stay ahead despite gaining only 258 total yards. The result moved Seattle to 2-1 and gave Washington its first win of the 2026 season.
Sam Darnold delivered a strong statistical performance in his return for Seattle. He completed 31 of 45 passes for 379 yards and four touchdowns, but he also threw two interceptions. Jaxon Smith-Njigba added 128 receiving yards and two touchdowns. For Washington, Marcus Mariota completed 19 of 31 passes for 183 yards and three touchdowns without an interception. Terry McLaurin led the Commanders with 77 receiving yards and one touchdown.
Match Details
| Match Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Teams | Seattle Seahawks vs Washington Commanders |
| Date | September 27, 2026 |
| Venue | Northwest Stadium |
| Location | Landover, Maryland |
| Final Score | Commanders 33, Seahawks 31 |
| Competition | NFL Regular Season, Week 3 |
| Seahawks Record | 2-1 |
| Commanders Record | 1-2 |
The game took place at Northwest Stadium, where Washington played its first home game of the 2026 season. The Commanders built a 17-10 halftime lead and extended it to 24-17 after three quarters. Seattle eventually tied the game at 24-24 in the fourth quarter, but Washington answered with a field goal and a 50-yard interception return touchdown. Seattle scored again late, but Washington controlled the final possession and secured the victory.
The final statistics showed a striking contrast between yardage and turnovers. Seattle gained 437 yards compared with Washington’s 258, while the Seahawks recorded 28 first downs to Washington’s 17. Seattle also averaged 6.8 yards per play. However, Washington won the turnover battle 3-0 and converted those takeaways into 21 points.
Final Score and Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
Washington opened the scoring when Marcus Mariota connected with Rachaad White for a six-yard touchdown. Seattle answered in the second quarter when Sam Darnold found Jaxon Smith-Njigba for a one-yard touchdown. Washington then regained the lead through a Treylon Burks touchdown reception, before Jason Myers and Drew Stevens exchanged 57-yard field goals. Washington entered halftime ahead 17-10.
The Commanders extended their lead in the third quarter when Mariota connected with Terry McLaurin for a 30-yard touchdown. Seattle responded with Darnold’s 13-yard touchdown pass to Eric Saubert. The Seahawks then tied the game at 24-24 early in the fourth quarter when Darnold found Smith-Njigba again. Washington answered with a 36-yard field goal and Kain Medrano’s 50-yard pick-six. Seattle’s late touchdown to Cooper Kupp made the final margin two points.
| Quarter | Seattle Seahawks | Washington Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 0 | 7 |
| Q2 | 10 | 10 |
| Q3 | 7 | 7 |
| Q4 | 14 | 9 |
| Final | 31 | 33 |
Sam Darnold Player Stats
Sam Darnold produced 379 passing yards in his return to the Seahawks lineup. He completed 31 of 45 attempts and threw four touchdown passes. His touchdown passes went to Jaxon Smith-Njigba twice, Eric Saubert, and Cooper Kupp. Darnold also added five rushing yards on one attempt. His 379 passing yards marked a career-high, according to the Seahawks’ official game coverage.
Despite the impressive yardage total, Darnold’s two interceptions became important factors in the outcome. One interception helped Washington maintain its advantage, while Kain Medrano returned another 50 yards for a touchdown late in the fourth quarter. Seattle’s three total turnovers all contributed to Washington scoring 21 points from takeaways.
| Passing Statistic | Sam Darnold |
|---|---|
| Completions/Attempts | 31/45 |
| Passing Yards | 379 |
| Yards per Attempt | 8.4 |
| Touchdowns | 4 |
| Interceptions | 2 |
| Passer Rating | 105.7 |
| Rushing Attempts | 1 |
| Rushing Yards | 5 |
Marcus Mariota Player Stats
Marcus Mariota started for Washington with Jayden Daniels unavailable and delivered three touchdown passes without an interception. He completed 19 of 31 attempts for 183 yards and added 11 rushing yards on five carries. Mariota connected with Rachaad White, Treylon Burks, and Terry McLaurin for Washington’s offensive touchdowns.
Mariota also made important plays during Washington’s final possession. With Seattle using its timeouts, Rachaad White broke a 19-yard run on third down. Mariota then added a nine-yard run for another first down, allowing Washington to control the final seconds and end the game.
| Passing Statistic | Marcus Mariota |
|---|---|
| Completions/Attempts | 19/31 |
| Passing Yards | 183 |
| Yards per Attempt | 5.9 |
| Touchdowns | 3 |
| Interceptions | 0 |
| Passer Rating | 110.0 |
| Rushing Attempts | 5 |
| Rushing Yards | 11 |
Jaxon Smith-Njigba Receiving Stats
Jaxon Smith-Njigba was Seattle’s leading receiver and one of the game’s most productive offensive players. He caught 10 passes for 128 yards and two touchdowns. His longest reception covered 26 yards, and he also completed a 14-yard pass on his only passing attempt.
Smith-Njigba scored his first touchdown on a one-yard reception from Darnold in the second quarter. He added an 11-yard touchdown reception early in the fourth quarter, which helped Seattle tie the game at 24-24. His production was central to Seattle’s fourth-quarter comeback attempt.
| Receiving Statistic | Jaxon Smith-Njigba |
|---|---|
| Receptions | 10 |
| Targets | 14 |
| Receiving Yards | 128 |
| Yards per Reception | 12.8 |
| Touchdowns | 2 |
| Long Reception | 26 yards |
Seahawks Receiving Player Stats
Seattle’s passing attack generated significant production beyond Smith-Njigba. AJ Barner caught five passes for 69 yards, while Tory Horton added three receptions for 48 yards. Eric Saubert also contributed a touchdown on a 13-yard reception from Darnold during the third quarter.
Cooper Kupp provided one of the game’s final scoring plays. He caught a seven-yard touchdown pass from Darnold with 2:51 remaining, cutting Washington’s advantage to 33-31. Seattle’s offense moved the ball effectively throughout the game, but the turnovers prevented the yardage advantage from translating into a win.
| Seahawks Receiver | Receptions | Yards | TDs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jaxon Smith-Njigba | 10 | 128 | 2 |
| AJ Barner | 5 | 69 | 0 |
| Tory Horton | 3 | 48 | 0 |
| Eric Saubert | 2 | 26 | 1 |
| Cooper Kupp | 5 | 40 | 1 |
Commanders Receiving Player Stats
Terry McLaurin led Washington’s receiving group with six catches for 77 yards and one touchdown. His biggest reception came in the third quarter when he caught a 30-yard touchdown pass from Mariota. That play pushed Washington’s lead to 24-10.
Stefon Diggs finished with four receptions for 33 yards, while Jaylin Lane caught one pass for 21 yards. Treylon Burks recorded two catches for 13 yards and a touchdown. Rachaad White also caught a six-yard touchdown pass in the opening quarter, giving Washington several different contributors in the passing game.
| Commanders Receiver | Receptions | Yards | TDs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terry McLaurin | 6 | 77 | 1 |
| Stefon Diggs | 4 | 33 | 0 |
| Jaylin Lane | 1 | 21 | 0 |
| Treylon Burks | 2 | 13 | 1 |
| Rachaad White | 2 | 9 | 1 |
| Antonio Williams | 2 | 15 | 0 |
Rushing Player Stats
Seattle struggled to produce consistent rushing yardage. Jadarian Price led the Seahawks with 15 yards on five carries, while Emanuel Wilson had 14 yards on nine attempts. George Holani added 10 yards on three carries, and Darnold contributed five rushing yards. Seattle finished with 44 rushing yards according to the official game statistics.
Washington produced 82 rushing yards, with Jacory Croskey-Merritt carrying the ball 19 times for 36 yards. Rachaad White added 35 yards on eight attempts, including a crucial 19-yard run late in the fourth quarter. Mariota’s five carries produced 11 yards, including the first down that helped Washington finish the game.
| Player | Team | Carries | Rushing Yards | TDs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacory Croskey-Merritt | Commanders | 19 | 36 | 0 |
| Rachaad White | Commanders | 8 | 35 | 0 |
| Marcus Mariota | Commanders | 5 | 11 | 0 |
| Jadarian Price | Seahawks | 5 | 15 | 0 |
| Emanuel Wilson | Seahawks | 9 | 14 | 0 |
| George Holani | Seahawks | 3 | 10 | 0 |
Team Statistics Comparison
Seattle controlled the yardage battle throughout the game. The Seahawks gained 437 total yards, including 393 passing yards and 44 rushing yards. Washington finished with 258 total yards, including 183 passing yards and 82 rushing yards. Seattle also recorded 28 first downs compared with Washington’s 17.
The major statistical difference came from turnovers. Seattle committed three turnovers, while Washington committed none. The Commanders converted those three takeaways into 21 points. Washington also held a small possession advantage, controlling the ball for 31:28 compared with Seattle’s 28:32.
| Team Statistic | Seattle Seahawks | Washington Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 437 | 258 |
| Passing Yards | 393 | 183 |
| Rushing Yards | 44 | 82 |
| First Downs | 28 | 17 |
| Plays | 64 | 65 |
| Yards per Play | 6.8 | 4.0 |
| Possession | 28:32 | 31:28 |
| Turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Penalties | 8 | 9 |
| Penalty Yards | 53 | 57 |
| Third Down | 3/9 | 3/13 |
| Red Zone | 4/5 | 2/3 |
Key Turning Points
The first major turning point came when Washington capitalized on an early Seattle fumble. The Commanders turned the takeaway into Mariota’s six-yard touchdown pass to White. Later, Seattle’s Darnold threw an interception that helped Washington extend its lead. These plays allowed Washington to score despite Seattle controlling much of the yardage.
The decisive moment arrived with 3:57 remaining in the fourth quarter. Kain Medrano intercepted Darnold and returned the ball 50 yards for a touchdown, giving Washington a 33-24 lead. Seattle answered with Kupp’s seven-yard touchdown reception, but Washington used White’s 19-yard run and Mariota’s late first down to close the game.
Final Score and Match Summary
The Washington Commanders defeated the Seattle Seahawks 33-31 on September 27, 2026. Washington led 17-10 at halftime and 24-17 after three quarters. Seattle tied the game at 24-24 early in the fourth, but Washington’s late field goal and Medrano’s pick-six created a nine-point advantage. Kupp’s late touchdown narrowed the gap, but Seattle could not regain possession.
The final result ended Seattle’s 12-game winning streak, according to the Seahawks’ official recap. The Seahawks’ 437 yards showed that their offense moved the ball effectively, but the three turnovers proved costly. Washington finished with only 258 yards but scored 21 points from Seattle takeaways and protected its lead during the closing minutes.
| Category | Seattle Seahawks | Washington Commanders |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 31 | 33 |
| Passing Leader | Sam Darnold — 379 yards | Marcus Mariota — 183 yards |
| Rushing Leader | Jadarian Price — 15 yards | Jacory Croskey-Merritt — 36 yards |
| Receiving Leader | Jaxon Smith-Njigba — 128 yards | Terry McLaurin — 77 yards |
| Total Yards | 437 | 258 |
| Turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Record After Game | 2-1 | 1-2 |
Conclusion
The Seattle Seahawks vs Washington Commanders matchup delivered a 33-31 finish despite Seattle holding significant advantages in total yardage and first downs. Sam Darnold threw for 379 yards and four touchdowns, while Jaxon Smith-Njigba caught 10 passes for 128 yards and two scores. Washington countered with a balanced effort from Marcus Mariota, Terry McLaurin, Rachaad White, and its defense. The Commanders stayed in control by avoiding turnovers and converting Seattle’s mistakes into points.
Washington’s victory came down to execution in critical situations. Kain Medrano’s 50-yard pick-six created the decisive late cushion, while Rachaad White and Mariota made important plays on the final possession. Seattle’s three turnovers erased much of its offensive advantage and ended its 12-game winning streak. The 33-31 result gave Washington its first win of the season and moved Seattle to 2-1 after Week 3.
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