Rookie Receivers Shine in Seahawks' 20-10 Victory Over Cardinals Despite Absence of DK Metcalf

Rookie wide receivers Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Jake Bobo fill in seamlessly for injured DK Metcalf, combining for 124 yards and two touchdowns, while Seattle defense allows under 250 total yards for third consecutive game.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Jake Bobo, rookie wide receivers filled in for injured DK Metcalf, combining for eight receptions, 124 receiving yards, and two scores. This was Smith-Nijgiba's first NFL touchdown.
Geno Smith threw two touchdowns for 219 yards. The Seahawks' defense kept the Cardinals to under 250 total yards, marking the third consecutive game the defense has achieved this.
The Seahawks, playing without DK Metcalf due to rib and hip injuries, secured a 20-10 victory over the Arizona Cardinals, dismissing criticism over Metcalf's recent series of personal foul penalties.
Despite mistakes leading to three turnovers, the Seahawks' defense made crucial stops, preventing the Cardinals from capitalizing on the opportunity. The Cardinals only scored three points from these turnovers.
Kenneth Walker III had a strong game, rushing for 105 yards on 26 carries. His performance supplemented the efforts of the rookie receivers and quarterback Geno Smith.
With this win, the Seahawks rebounded from last week’s loss, bringing their record to 4-2. The Cardinals now stand at 1-6 this season.