Key Takeaways

• Emanuel Wilson totaled 81 rushing yards on 21 carries and added 3 receptions for 39 rushing/passing yards, contributing a rushing TD and a receiving TD to power Seattle's offense.
• Sam Darnold threw for 168 yards with two touchdown passes but was also intercepted once and sacked three times, reflecting a mixed but productive outing for the Seahawks' quarterback.
• The Chargers, led by Justin Herbert who had 189 yards with a TD and two interceptions, fought back in the second half but could not complete the rally as Seattle extended and then held onto a 30-23 lead.
• Seattle racked up a franchise-record 150 penalty yards, while Los Angeles committed 16 penalties for 130 yards, signaling a critical discipline gap in a close game.
• The game opened with early turnovers on both sides, including a Darnold interception on Seattle's first play and an opening possession pick by Drake Thomas for the Chargers, setting a chaotic tone.
• Seattle built a 20-6 halftime lead after productive drives, with Darnold’s 6-yard TD pass to Tory Horton extending the advantage in the third quarter, before the Chargers mounted a late push.
• Injuries impacted both teams, with Chargers players including CB Donte Jackson and WR Ladd McConkey exiting at various points, while Seahawks players faced minor limps but mostly remained available for the closing sequence.