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Sep 26, 2024; East Rutherford, NJ, US; New York Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers (1) catches a pass in the fourth quarter before being tackled by Dallas Cowboys cornerback Jourdan Lewis (2) at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Julian Guadalupe-NorthJersey.com

With star rookie Malik Nabers in question, Giants ready for Seahawks

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The New York Giants have had a couple of extra days to prepare for Sunday’s game in Seattle.

But that still might not be enough for Malik Nabers.

The rookie, who leads the NFL in receptions, missed practice this week because of a concussion suffered late in a 20-15 loss against the visiting Dallas Cowboys last Thursday.

Nabers had a career-high 12 catches for 115 yards before being hurt.

“We’ll just take it day by day with him,” Giants coach Brian Daboll said of Nabers, the sixth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft out of LSU. “Really, other than that, I have no update other than he’s in the protocol and just hope he continues to get better.”

Through four games, Nabers has 35 receptions — five more than Houston’s Nico Collins. Nabers also is second in the league with 386 receiving yards and tied for third with three touchdown catches.

“There’s no doubt he’s been a big part of our offense so far and someone who we’ve counted on in a lot of spots,” Giants quarterback Daniel Jones said. “So, it’ll change a little bit. But the guys we got out there, we have a lot of confidence in them winning their matchups and getting open. I know we’ll play well.”

The Giants (1-3) could use all their weapons against a banged-up Seattle defense that was without five injured starters — and lost a sixth during the first half in safety Julian Love (quad contusion) — in a 42-29 loss Monday night at Detroit.

Wan’Dale Robinson, who is second on the Giants in receptions with 26, was limited in practice Wednesday with a heel injury. Starting running back Devin Singletary (groin) didn’t practice along with cornerbacks Dru Phillips and Adoree’ Jackson, both with calf injuries. Linebacker Brian Burns (groin) was limited.

Daboll said second-year receiver Jalin Hyatt will get more practice time with Nabers and Robinson ailing.

“I think we got a lot of guys who can make plays,” Jones said. “We’ll see what happens with Malik through the week, but confident in all our guys.”

The NFC West-leading Seahawks (3-1) couldn’t keep up with Detroit despite a big night from quarterback Geno Smith. The veteran broke a franchise record for pass attempts (56), had the second-most completions in a game (38) and set a career high with 395 yards passing.

“I have no problem with (coach Mike Macdonald) putting the game in my hand. I’m actually hoping for that every time I go out there, and so, whenever that’s the situation, I just got to do what I got to do to make the right plays,” Smith said.

Kenneth Walker III overcame a slow first half to rush for 80 yards and three TDs on 12 carries and DK Metcalf added seven receptions for 104 yards.

But Macdonald’s defense allowed the Lions’ Jared Goff to go 18-of-18 passing, the most attempts without an incompletion in NFL history. Goff also made a TD reception.

“We have time to grow as a football team, we have a short week, we have to have a sense of urgency about it, and we need to take the next step,” Macdonald said. “But (Monday) just wasn’t good enough, especially on the defensive side of the ball. So, we’ve got to make it right and move forward.”

Macdonald said he was optimistic about Love’s return Sunday. In addition, injured linebackers Boye Mafe (knee) and Uchenna Nwosu (knee) and defensive tackle Leonard Williams (ribs) all took part in practice this week, while defensive tackle Byron Murphy II (hamstring) remained out.

–Field Level Media

Dec 24, 2023; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Seattle Seahawks offensive tackle Jason Peters (70) warms up before the game against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-Imagn Images

OT Jason Peters, 42, signs with Seahawks’ practice squad

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Nine-time Pro Bowl offensive tackle Jason Peters signed a contract to join the practice squad of the Seattle Seahawks on Tuesday.

Elite Loyalty Sports made the announcement over social media.

Peters, 42, appeared in eight games (two starts) with the Seahawks last season.

He has played in 19 seasons since entering the NFL in 2004 after being undrafted out of Arkansas.

The two-time All-Pro previously suited up for the Buffalo Bills (2004-08), Philadelphia Eagles (2009-20), Chicago Bears (2021), Dallas Cowboys (2022) and Seahawks.

A Super Bowl champion with the Eagles during the 2017 season, Peters has started 221 of the 248 career games in which he has appeared. He was named to the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s All-Decade Team for the 2010s.

–Field Level Media

Detroit Lions running back David Montgomery (5) runs against Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) during the first half at Ford Field in Detroit on Monday, Sept. 30, 2024.

Lions ride Jared Goff’s perfect game to win over Seahawks

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Jared Goff completed all 18 of his pass attempts, two for touchdowns, and also scored his first career receiving touchdown as the host Detroit Lions defeated the Seattle Seahawks 42-29 on Monday night.

The 29-year-old quarterback had the most completions ever in an NFL game without an incompletion.

Goff passed for 292 yards, including a 70-yard score to Jameson Williams. Amon-Ra St. Brown threw the scoring pass to Goff and also had a receiving touchdown. Jahmyr Gibbs rushed for 78 yards and two touchdowns for the Lions (3-1).

Geno Smith had a career-best 395 passing yards with one touchdown pass and one interception for the Seahawks (3-1). His 38 completions and 56 attempts were both career highs, too.

Seattle’s Kenneth Walker III rushed for 80 yards and three touchdowns and DK Metcalf caught seven passes for 104 yards.

Goff completed 12 passes in the first half as Detroit built a 21-7 lead entering the break.

The Lions scored first with a 12-play, 93-yard drive, capped by David Montgomery’s 1-yard touchdown plunge.

Detroit’s next touchdown was set up by Carlton Davis’ 49-yard return of a Metcalf fumble. Gibbs scored three plays later on a 3-yard run.

The Seahawks responded with a 70-yard scoring drive, capped by Walker’s 1-yard run to cut the deficit to 14-7.

The Lions answered with a 70-yard drive that culminated in Gibbs’ 1-yard run.

The Seahawks opened the second half with a 75-yard drive that ended with Smith’s 9-yard pass to rookie AJ Barner. It was the tight end’s first career touchdown.

Detroit used a trick play to answer that score and take a 28-14 lead. Goff handed the ball to St. Brown on an apparent end around. Instead, Goff rolled to the left and caught a 7-yard scoring pass from the wide receiver.

A 29-yard pass to Tyler Lockett from Smith set up Walker’s 1-yard touchdown plunge with 3:03 left in the third. Smith’s two-point pass attempt failed.

It took only one play from scrimmage for Detroit to score again. Goff found an open Williams over the middle and the third-year receiver raced into the end zone on the 70-yard play for a 35-20 lead.

Walker opened the fourth quarter with a 21-yard touchdown run.

Goff’s 8-yard touchdown pass to St. Brown with 5:23 left made it 42-27.

Goff was sacked in the end zone for a safety with 2:01 left before Kerby Joseph’s interception with one minute left sealed Detroit’s win.

–Field Level Media

Sep 17, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) calls an audible at the line of scrimmage in the second quarter of their game against the Seattle Seahawks at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

Week 4 MNF: Seahawks-Lions Preview, Props, Prediction

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The Detroit Lions haven’t moved to the NFC West; their early season schedule just makes it seem that way.

Detroit (2-1) edged the Los Angeles Rams in overtime in its opener. The Lions topped Arizona 20-13 in their first road test last weekend.

They’ll now host undefeated Seattle on Monday night, with the 3-0 Seahawks’ coaching staff led by Mike Macdonald.

ODDS AND TRENDS
The Lions are 4.5-point favorites at most books, although the line has held steady at 4.5 at BetMGM with the public backing the Seahawks with 68 percent of the spread-line bets and 73 percent of the money.

The moneyline action has been split, with Seattle (+180) backed by 51 percent of the total bets, while Detroit (-225) has drawn 64 percent of the money wagered.

The Over has been one of the more lopsided plays at BetMGM, attracting 68 percent of the bets and 73 percent of the money with the points total shifting from 48.5 to 46.4.

PROP PICKS
–Jahmyr Gibbs 60+ Rushing Yards (+140 at DraftKings): This has been the most popular player prop for this game at the book. Gibbs enters with 207 rushing yards through three games, including 84 and 83 in his past two games. While Seattle enters Monday with the league’s top-ranked defense in terms of yards allowed per game (248.7), that has been generated against three sub-par quarterbacks. Opponents are averaging 116.3 yards per game on the ground.

–DK Metcalf Over 63.5 Receiving Yards (-115 at BetMGM): This could be accomplish with one big play in Seahawks coordinator Ryan Grubb’s new offense that has seen Metcalf produce two consecutive 100-yard games. Detroit is allowing an average of 216.7 passing yards per game.

LIONS SEEKING EFFICIENCY
Detroit didn’t score in the second half against the Cardinals, but its defense was stout and the offense was well-balanced. Quarterback Jared Goff completed 18 of 23 passes for 199 yards, two touchdowns and one interception. Running backs David Montgomery (one TD) and Jahmyr Gibbs combined for 188 yards.

Lions coach Dan Campbell anticipates that his offense will need to be more dynamic to head into a bye week on a winning note.

“We have to be very efficient, first and second down, and then, honestly, I think we have to win the explosive battle,” he said. “We have to get some explosives on offense, and we have to shut theirs down.”

Goff threw for 323 yards and three touchdowns last season against Seattle, but the Seahawks pulled out a 37-31 overtime win. However, Goff sees a lot of changes on film between last year’s Seahawks defense and this year’s group.

“It’s a completely different scheme,” he said. “I’m sure there’s a couple players that are still there, but as far as what you’re looking at schematically, it’s entirely different.”

NEW-LOOK HAWKS OFFENSE
Seattle quarterback Geno Smith passed for 328 yards and two touchdowns against the Lions last season.

Smith connected with DK Metcalf on a 71-yard scoring pass in last week’s 24-3 home victory over Miami. Zach Charbonnet, filling in for injured Kenneth Walker, rushed for 91 yards and two touchdowns on 18 carries.

Metcalf said he worked during the offseason on snagging more passes in traffic.

“That definitely was a focus for me this offseason,” he said. “Contested catches or 50/50 balls going up and attacking the ball, instead of trying to let it come down to me and catch it over my shoulder.”

One way the Lions can neutralize Seattle’s passing offense is to get pressure on Smith. Detroit’s top defensive player, Aidan Hutchinson, has already recorded 6.5 sacks.

“We’ve got to find 97. He’s off to a great start,” Smith said of Hutchinson. “Obviously, he’s a high draft pick and he’s a guy who they’re going to rely on. So if we can stalemate him, keep him from making big plays and getting in the backfield, getting (tackles for losses) and sacks, then we’ll make it hard on their defense.”

INJURY REPORT
Detroit will be without starting center Frank Ragnow, who has a partially torn pectoral muscle. Tight end Sam LaPorta missed Thursday’s practice due to an ankle injury but was a full participant the next two days. Linebacker Alex Anzalone, who missed last week’s game due to a concussion, fully participated in practice.

Walker (oblique) was a full participant on Saturday after being limited on Thursday and Friday. Defensive starters Leonard Williams (ribs) and linebackers Uchenna Nwosu (knee) and Jerome Baker (hamstring) sat out.

SERIES HISTORY
Seattle has won the past six meetings, with Detroit’s last victory over the Seahawks coming in 2012.

“I would be lying though if I told you that I don’t know that we’ve lost to them three years in a row,” said Campbell, Detroit’s head coach since the 2021 season. “I do know that. So, you get tired of that. You get tired of that after one loss, much less three.”

PREDICTION
While the Seahawks are 3-0, their three wins have come against a rookie quarterback making his first start (Bo Nix), a journeyman (Jacoby Brissett) and an injury replacement (Skylar Thompson). Seattle may be trending in the right direction, but the Lions pose an entirely different test on the road. Detroit will control the line of scrimmage defensively and take advantage of a Seattle defense still honing in on Macdonald’s complex scheme. — Lions 27, Seahawks 20

–Field Level Media

Sep 22, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) looks to pass against the Miami Dolphins during the fourth quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Lions tired of losing to Seahawks, their opponent on Monday night

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The Detroit Lions haven’t moved to the NFC West. Their early-season schedule just makes it seem that way.

Detroit (2-1) edged the Los Angeles Rams in overtime in its opener. The Lions topped Arizona 20-13 in their first road test last weekend.

They’ll now host undefeated Seattle on Monday night.

Lions coach Dan Campbell knows full well how much of a challenge the Seahawks (3-0) present, even with a new coaching staff led by Mike Macdonald. Seattle has won the last six meetings, with Detroit’s last victory over the Seahawks coming in 2012.

“I would be lying though if I told you that I don’t know that we’ve lost to them three years in a row,” said Campbell, Detroit’s head coach since the 2021 season. “I do know that. So, you get tired of that. You get tired of that after one loss, much less three.”

Detroit didn’t score in the second half against the Cardinals, but its defense was stout and the offense was well-balanced. Quarterback Jared Goff completed 18 of 23 passes for 199 yards, two touchdowns and one interception. Running backs David Montgomery (one TD) and Jahmyr Gibbs combined for 188 yards.

Campbell anticipates that his offense will need to be more dynamic to head into a bye week on a winning note.

“We have to be very efficient, first and second down, and then, honestly, I think we have to win the explosive battle,” he said. “We have to get some explosives on offense, and we have to shut theirs down.”

Goff threw for 323 yards and three touchdowns last season against Seattle, but the Seahawks pulled out a 37-31 overtime win. However, Goff sees a lot of changes on film between last year’s Seahawks defense and this year’s group.

“It’s a completely different scheme,” he said. “I’m sure there’s a couple players that are still there, but as far as what you’re looking at schematically, it’s entirely different.”

Seattle quarterback Geno Smith passed for 328 yards and two touchdowns against the Lions last season.

Smith connected with DK Metcalf on a 71-yard scoring pass in last week’s 24-3 home victory over Miami. Zach Charbonnet, filling in for injured Kenneth Walker, rushed for 91 yards and two touchdowns on 18 carries.

Metcalf has produced two consecutive 100-yard games. He worked during the offseason on snagging more passes in traffic.

“That definitely was a focus for me this offseason,” he said. “Contested catches or 50/50 balls going up and attacking the ball, instead of trying to let it come down to me and catch it over my shoulder.”

One way the Lions can neutralize Seattle’s passing offense is to get pressure on Smith. Detroit’s top defensive player, Aidan Hutchinson, has already recorded 6.5 sacks.

“We’ve got to find 97. He’s off to a great start,” Smith said of Hutchinson. “Obviously, he’s a high draft pick and he’s a guy who they’re going to rely on. So if we can stalemate him, keep him from making big plays and getting in the backfield, getting (tackles for losses) and sacks, then we’ll make it hard on their defense.”

Detroit will be without starting center Frank Ragnow, who has a partially torn pectoral muscle. Tight end Sam LaPorta missed Thursday’s practice due to an ankle injury. Linebacker Alex Anzalone, who missed Sunday’s game due to a concussion, fully participated in practice.

Walker (oblique) was limited in Seattle’s practice on Thursday. Defensive starters Leonard Williams (ribs) and linebackers Uchenna Nwosu (knee) and Jerome Baker (hamstring) sat out.

–Field Level Media

Sep 22, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet (26) runs with the ball during the second quarter against Miami Dolphins at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

Seahawks smother Dolphins to improve to 3-0

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Zach Charbonnet rushed for a career-high 91 yards and two touchdowns and the defense did the rest as the Seattle Seahawks defeated the visiting Miami Dolphins 24-3 Sunday afternoon.

DK Metcalf hauled in a 71-yard touchdown reception and Jason Myers kicked a 56-yard field goal for the Seahawks (3-0).

Seattle’s defense limited the Dolphins (1-2) to 205 yards of total offense. Miami went 1-for-12 on third-down conversions and 0-for-3 on fourth down while committing 11 penalties for 85 yards.

Skylar Thompson, who started at quarterback for Miami after Tua Tagovailoa was placed on injured reserve because of a concussion, completed 13 of 19 passes for 107 yards and was sacked five times. Thompson left the game with 9:30 remaining in the third quarter with a chest injury.

That meant the Dolphins had to turn to third-stringer Tim Boyle, who was activated from the practice squad. Boyle, playing for his sixth team in six seasons, was 7-of-13 for 79 yards.

Boyle guided the Dolphins to a first-and-goal at the Seattle 3-yard line early in the fourth quarter, but the Seahawks made a goal-line stand and Miami turned the ball over on downs.

The Seahawks looked like they were going to turn the game into a rout when they took a 17-3 lead after the first quarter. But a pair of turnovers and 11 penalties for 92 yards prevented them from extending their advantage until Charbonnet, starting for the injured Kenneth Walker III (oblique), scored on a 10-yard run with 4:55 remaining.

Seattle’s Geno Smith was 26-of-34 passing for 289 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions, both of which came on tipped throws.

The Seahawks opened the scoring on Myers’ field goal, then Charbonnet scored on a run behind left guard from 4 yards out.

The Dolphins took over at Seattle’s 4-yard line late in the first quarter after Smith’s pass from the end zone while under pressure was high and deflected off the hands of a leaping Charbonnet, with Kader Kohou making the pick. The Dolphins had to settle for Jason Sanders’ 23-yard field goal.

On Seattle’s next play from scrimmage, Smith found Metcalf on a post pattern on the final snap of the quarter for the lengthy touchdown. Metcalf finished with four receptions for 104 yards.

–Field Level Media

Sep 12, 2024; Miami Gardens, Florida, USA; Miami Dolphins quarterback Skylar Thompson (19) throws the football against the Buffalo Bills during the fourth quarter at Hard Rock Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Skylar Thompson gets shot to lead Dolphins’ offense at Seattle

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Skylar Thompson is kind of like the teenager who has been handed the keys to his father’s sports car.

Thompson will be behind the wheel of Miami’s high-octane offense when the Dolphins travel across country to face the host Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.

Thompson, a seventh-round pick in 2022 out of Kansas State, will be replacing Tua Tagovailoa, who was placed on injured reserve after sustaining his third concussion in two seasons last Thursday in a 31-10 loss to the visiting Buffalo Bills.

Thompson plans to keep things simple.

“When tomorrow comes, I’ll focus on tomorrow,” Thompson said. “That’s my approach to everything. That’s been my approach since I’ve gotten here, and that’s led me to success.”

Thompson started three games in 2022 with Tagovailoa sidelined, including a playoff defeat to the Bills. Thompson completed 78 of 150 passes for 461 yards with one touchdown and two interceptions in those three starts, going 1-2.

He served as the Dolphins’ No. 3 quarterback all of last season and didn’t get into a game.

“I felt like my rookie year I was doing things exactly by the book and viewing everything as I would see it in the playbook,” Thompson said. “The footwork and everything. And it was all new to me. I studied it so much — I felt I knew it so well that sometimes it slowed me down a little bit even.

“That’s just another progression of being in my third year and having this opportunity again. I feel like I have a very good understanding of what we’re doing and why we’re doing it.”

The Dolphins (1-1) signed former Pro Bowler Tyler Huntley off Baltimore’s practice squad for depth, but they appear ready to go with Thompson until Tagovailoa gets back. Thompson completed 8 of 14 passes for 80 yards off the bench last week.

“I have no doubts in my mind that Skylar is going to go out there and do the best he can in Seattle,” Dolphins defensive tackle Zach Sieler said. “I’m super excited to see him play and work on this opportunity. Obviously, we’re praying for and sad about Tua, but I have no hesitation with Skylar going out there as QB1 this week.”

The Seahawks (2-0) are coming off a 23-20 overtime victory last Sunday at New England. With running back Kenneth Walker III sidelined due to an oblique injury, Geno Smith carried the offense by completing 33 of 44 passes for 327 yards and a touchdown.

“That was a heck of a performance, man,” Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald said. “… There’s a little chip on his shoulder. I like it, because they just keep sleeping on this guy. He played at a super high level, so he deserves all the credit he’s getting right now.”

Smith drove the Seahawks down the field for a last-minute field goal in regulation to tie the score, then led the winning march in overtime.

“Whenever I’m in this situation and the game is on the line, I’m so happy and just excited for those opportunities. I look forward to them actually,” Smith said. “I know it’s going to happen more and more times throughout the season. The best quarterbacks always find ways to win. I want to be regarded in that light.”

The Dolphins had one player who missed practice on Wednesday due to an injury, offensive tackle Terron Armstead (shoulder). The Seahawks had eight: Walker, wide receiver DK Metcalf (hand), tight end Brady Russell (shoulder), defensive end Leonard Williams (knee), linebackers Jerome Baker (hamstring), Uchenna Nwosu (knee) and Boye Mafe (knee) and safety K’Von Wallace (shoulder).

–Field Level Media

Sep 15, 2024; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; Seattle Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet (26) runs with the ball against New England Patriots safety Kyle Dugger (23) during the first half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Seahawks rally late, sink Patriots on field goal in OT

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Jason Myers nailed a 31-yard field goal with 4:37 remaining in overtime to give the Seattle Seahawks a 23-20 win over the New England Patriots on Sunday afternoon in Foxborough, Mass.

New England (1-1) got the ball to begin the extra session but went three-and-out. The Seahawks capitalized, using eight plays to move 71 yards to Myers’ game-winner.

Myers also came through in the clutch in regulation, putting home a 38-yard field goal that tied the game at 20-all with 55 seconds left.

The Patriots went up 20-17 with 12:43 left in the fourth quarter when Rhamondre Stevenson polished off an 11-play, 66-yard march by taking a direct snap and bursting into the end zone from 1 yard out. Stevenson finished with 81 yards and the score on 21 carries.

Seattle (2-0) mustered just one first down on the ensuing possession before punting the ball away. A 45-yard run from Antonio Gibson helped the Patriots work down to the Seahawks 21, but New England ended up having to bring the field-goal unit out.

Joey Slye had his 48-yard field-goal attempt blocked by Julian Love, allowing Seattle to take over at its own 38.

Geno Smith completed 33 of 44 passes for 327 yards and a touchdown for the Seahawks. His favorite targets were Jaxon Smith-Njigba (12 catches, 117 yards) and DK Metcalf (10 catches, 129 yards, TD).

Gibson went for 96 yards on the ground for the Patriots, who got 149 yards and a TD on 15-of-27 passing from quarterback Jacoby Brissett.

Rookie Ja’Lynn Polk capped an eight-play, 60-yard drive with his first career touchdown reception, hauling in a 5-yard pass from Brissett to give New England a 7-0 lead with 4:56 left in the first quarter.

Four plays later, Smith connected with Metcalf for a 56-yard scoring strike that drew the Seahawks even.

Slye booted a 29-yard field goal early in the second quarter, but Seattle went back in front when Zach Charbonnet rushed for a 1-yard TD with 5:47 to go in the frame.

New England pulled within 14-13 when Slye made good on a 28-yard field goal with 2:31 remaining in the first half.

However, Myers drilled a 44-yarder as time expired in the half to provide the Seahawks with a 17-13 advantage at the break.

–Field Level Media

Sep 8, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (9) jumps over a tackle attempt by Denver Broncos cornerback JaQuan McMillian (29) during the second quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Seahawks overcome sloppy first half, run past Broncos

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Kenneth Walker III rushed for 103 yards and a touchdown as the Seattle Seahawks defeated the visiting Denver Broncos 26-20 on Sunday.

Geno Smith passed for one touchdown and rushed for another as the Seahawks won Mike Macdonald’s debut as a head coach.

Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix, a first-round draft pick out of Oregon, completed 26 of 42 passes for 138 yards and two interceptions. Nix scored on a 4-yard run with 2:09 left to pull the Broncos within six, but the Seahawks were able to run out the clock.

The Seahawks rallied from a four-point halftime deficit, scoring on their first three possessions of the second half.

Walker tallied on a 23-yard run around the right end in the third quarter and Jason Myers booted a 28-yard field goal, giving the hosts a 19-13 lead.

Smith threw a 30-yard scoring strike to running back Zach Charbonnet on the first play of the fourth quarter to extend the lead to 26-13.

Smith was 18-of-25 passing for 171 yards and an interception.

The Broncos led 13-9 after a sloppy first half.

Wil Lutz kicked three field goals, two after Seahawks turnovers, and the Broncos got two safeties, the first when Seattle was called for a penalty in its own end zone.

The lone touchdown of the half came on a 34-yard scramble by Smith that gave the Seahawks a 9-8 lead.

Smith was picked off on Seattle’s second play from scrimmage. Denver’s Alex Singleton returned the interception to Seattle’s 20-yard line, but the Broncos had to settle for Lutz’s 35-yard field goal.

The Seahawks tied it on Myers’ 50-yarder with 2:41 left in the quarter.

Seattle’s Julian Love then intercepted a pass from Nix at the 1-yard line. On the next play, Seahawks offensive lineman Anthony Bradford was called for holding in the end zone, the safety giving Denver a 5-3 lead.

The Broncos went three-and-out, but the Seahawks’ Dee Williams muffed the punt at his own 9-yard line and Denver’s JL Skinner recovered the ball. That led to a 30-yard field goal by Lutz to make it 8-3.

After Smith’s touchdown, the Broncos’ offense again went three-and-out. Riley Dixon’s punt sailed over Williams’ head and was downed at the 1-yard line.

Charbonnet was stopped by Zach Allen and Jonathon Cooper before he could get out of the end zone on the next play, giving the Broncos a second safety and a 10-9 lead.

Lutz kicked a 45-yarder with two seconds left in the half.

–Field Level Media

Jul 26, 2024; Englewood, CO, USA; Denver Broncos fullback Michael Burton (20) during training camp at Broncos Park Powered by CommonSpirit. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Broncos elevate Lil’Jordan Humphrey, Michael Burton for Seahawks game

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The Denver Broncos announced Saturday that they have elevated wide receiver Lil’Jordan Humphrey and fullback Michael Burton for their Sunday game with the Seattle Seahawks.

Humphrey, 26, has a common background with head coach Sean Payton, as the wideout got his start under Payton with the Saints from 2019-21, before playing for the Broncos under Payton last season. He also spent a season (2022) with the New England Patriots.

Overall, Humphrey has 31 receptions for 477 yards and six touchdowns over five seasons (41 games).

Burton, 32, has played for six teams over nine seasons (20 starts, 130 games), and like Humphrey, is also in his second season with the Broncos.

Playing for the Detroit Lions (2015-16), Chicago Bears (2017-18), Washington (2019), New Orleans (2020), Kansas City Chiefs (2021-22) and Denver, Burton has rushed for 71 yards on 35 carries with a single touchdown, adding 21 receptions for 131 yards and a touchdown.

–Field Level Media