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Seahawks’ Defensive Stand Wasted as Sam Darnold Throws Four Picks in 21-19 Loss to Rams

Public backing for Darnold has prompted calls for protection-focused adjustments.

Overview

  • Seattle held Los Angeles to 249 total yards and limited Matthew Stafford to 130 passing yards, with the Rams converting 2 of 11 third downs.
  • Two Rams touchdowns followed interceptions that set up short fields, and the Seahawks again faltered in the red zone.
  • Head coach Mike Macdonald praised a healthier secondary and strong overall effort, while linebacker Ernest Jones IV publicly defended Darnold.
  • Rams safety Kamren Kinchens said Darnold was flinching under pressure, and anonymous coaches described a tendency to hold the ball and play hero ball under duress.
  • Coverage urged schematic tweaks such as a steadier run mix and quicker answers even as Kenneth Walker III ran for 67 yards and a touchdown and TE AJ Barner caught 10 passes; Seattle visits Tennessee on Nov. 23 before hosting Minnesota on Nov. 30.