Seattle delivered a decisive win on Sunday night as the Seahawks routed the Kansas City Chiefs 20‑3. The game turned when Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker missed a 45‑yard field‑goal attempt that would have narrowed the gap to a single possession with just over eight minutes left in the fourth quarter.
Butker’s struggles continue
Butker’s miss marked his second failed attempt of the night and added to a troubling pattern. Since the start of last season, he has missed 15 kicks – 10 field‑goal attempts and five extra‑point tries – the most of any player in the league. “Life of a kicker,” Butker said after the game. “It either goes in or it doesn’t. Unfortunately, there’s been some kicks that haven’t gone in.”
Chiefs head coach Andy Reid acknowledged the issue, noting that Butker had been “one of the most consistent kickers in football” but was “off a bit” this season and needs to correct the problem quickly.
Chiefs offense sputters
Beyond the kicking woes, Kansas City’s offense struggled to generate momentum. The Chiefs managed only 213 total yards, with just 50 rushing yards, and converted on third down just three times out of eleven attempts. They possessed the ball roughly eleven minutes less than Seattle, limiting their scoring opportunities.
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes, who has been under pressure all game, expressed disappointment: “You don’t want to perform like this in primetime, in a big moment like this. It sucks, but you have to figure out how to build off it.”
Seahawks execute on both sides of the ball
Seattle’s defense held the Chiefs to 153 rushing yards and 410 total yards, while the offense efficiently moved the ball, converting 11 of 16 third‑down attempts. The Seahawks also limited Kansas City to just two penalties, the only bright spot for the Chiefs in an otherwise lackluster performance.
Defensive back Nohl Williams intercepted a pass in the end zone and returned it 65 yards, setting up a field‑goal attempt that Butker missed before halftime.
Injuries and roster concerns
Kansas City continues to battle injuries on its receiving corps, with Tyquan Thornton and Rashee Rice sidelined, and right tackle Jaylon Moore missing the game due to concussion protocol. The Chiefs will look to have at least one of those players back for their upcoming trip to Denver.
Butker’s contract situation adds pressure; the team could release him after the season with only a modest dead‑money cap hit, making his recent inconsistencies a significant concern for the organization.
Looking ahead
The Chiefs head to Denver to face the Broncos, a team they beat 31‑10 in their season opener. Denver has won its last three games, including a recent 17‑14 victory over Seattle, setting up a challenging matchup for Kansas City.
For Seattle fans, the win reinforces the Seahawks’ strong start to the season and provides a confidence boost as they continue to compete for a playoff berth.
Original reporting: KY3 Springfield (local) — read the source article.
