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The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Los Angeles Chargers 30-23 on October 4, 2026, improving their record to 3-1. Sam Darnold threw for 168 yards and 2 TDs while Emanuel Wilson rushed for 81 yards and a score. Despite a franchise-record 150 penalty yards, the defense held Justin Herbert to 189 yards and 2 interceptions.

Key performers included Jaxon Smith-Njigba with 76 receiving yards, Ernest Jones IV with 12 tackles, and Uchenna Nwosu with a sack. Coach Vince Macdonald addressed the penalty issues post-game. The Seahawks now face the San Francisco 49ers on October 11.

This episode breaks down Darnold's improved decision-making, Wilson's emergence as a primary runner, and the defensive stats that secured the win against a struggling Chargers team.

In this episode: Offensive Reaction: Darnold & Wilson · Defense, Penalties & Roster Battles · Looking Ahead to San Francisco.

More Seahawks coverage, previews & recaps: https://www.beatlinesports.com/shows/seattle-seahawks/
Full transcript: https://cdn.beatlinesports.com/nfl/sea/2026-10-05/transcript.html

seahawks chargers recap, sam darnold stats week 4, emanuel wilson rushing yards, jaxon smith-njigba targets, ernest jones iv tackles, seahawks penalty issues, vince macdonald press conference, nfc west standings 2026, seahawks 49ers preview, justin herbert interceptions, uc henna nwosu sacks, seahawks injury report october

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