Seahawks Snag Nail‑Biting Victory Over Cardinals on Jason Myers' 52‑Yard Field Goal

Game‑changing moments in a high‑stakes NFC West clash

The Seattle Seahawks walked away with a 23‑20 win over the Arizona Cardinals on September 25, 2025, thanks to a dramatic Jason Myers 52‑yard field goal that rang out as the final whistle blew. The contest, billed as a pivotal early‑season showdown, turned into a roller‑coaster ride that showcased both teams’ grit. Seattle entered the fourth quarter with a comfortable 20‑6 lead, yet Arizona’s quarterback Kyler Murray engineered two quick touchdowns that erased the deficit and forced a sudden‑death finish.

After a missed 53‑yard attempt by Myers early in the fourth, Murray found rookie sensation Marvin Harrison Jr. on a 16‑yard strike with 5:50 left, narrowing the gap to 20‑13. The Cardinals seized the momentum, and with just 33 seconds on the clock, Murray connected with running back Emari Demercado for a 7‑yard touchdown, tying the game at 20‑20. The subsequent kickoff penalty placed Seattle at its own 40‑yard line, giving the Seahawks a rare chance to answer.

Key performances that tipped the balance

Quarterback Sam Darnold, who had been solid throughout the night—completing 18 of 26 passes for 242 yards and a touchdown—immediately turned to his go‑to target, wide receiver Jaxon Smith‑Njigba. A crisp 22‑yard catch moved the ball into comfortable field‑goal range, setting up Myers’ redemption kick.

Myers, a veteran known for his calm under pressure, shrugged off the earlier miss. He walked through his routine, planted his foot, and sent the ball sailing through the uprights, sealing Seattle’s win. Coach Mike Macdonald praised the veteran kicker, saying, “He’s got ice in his veins; we knew he was going to make that kick.”

The ground game also played a vital role. Kenneth Walker III rushed for 81 yards, consistently moving the chains and chewing up the clock. Backup back Zach Charbonnet added his second rushing touchdown of the season, giving the Seahawks a balanced offensive attack that kept the Cardinals’ defense honest.

Defensively, Seattle dominated early, delivering six sacks on Murray and limiting Arizona’s aerial attack for most of the game. Although Murray’s late heroics forced the tie, the pressure his offense faced for the majority of the night highlighted Seattle’s defensive identity under defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz.

Below is a snapshot of the statistical battle:

• Seattle Seahawks: 23 points, 332 total yards (242 passing, 81 rushing), 6 sacks.
• Arizona Cardinals: 20 points, 298 total yards (216 passing, 82 rushing), 2 sacks.
• Sam Darnold: 18/26, 242 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT.
• Kyler Murray: 22/38, 216 yards, 2 TD, 1 INT, 6 sacks.
• Jason Myers: 2/2 FG (53‑yd miss, 52‑yd make).

The win not only extends Seattle’s dominance over Arizona—now eight straight victories—but also underscores the Seahawks’ ability to close out tight games on the road. Their 3‑1 start positions them as early contenders in the NFC West, a division that has been fiercely competitive since the 2022 realignment.

Looking ahead, the Seahawks will aim to build on this resilience, while the Cardinals will need to address the defensive lapses that allowed six sacks and a game‑winning field goal. Both teams have shown flashes of brilliance, making the rest of the season an intriguing narrative for fans of the division.