Geno Smith outperforms Jets in Seahawks' comeback victory
- The Seattle Seahawks overcame a 21-7 deficit against the New York Jets.
- Geno Smith completed 206 passing yards and Leonard Williams made a crucial interception and scored a touchdown.
- With this win, the Seahawks extended their winning streak to three games.
In a thrilling NFL matchup, the Seattle Seahawks faced off against the New York Jets, resulting in a 26-21 victory for Seattle. This game, played in the United States, notably featured former Jets players Geno Smith and Leonard Williams, who played pivotal roles in the Seahawks' comeback after initially trailing. New York took an early lead, going 21-7 up in the second quarter, thanks to an early fumble by Seattle that led to a touchdown and a 99-yard kickoff return by Kene Nwangwu. However, the momentum shifted when Leonard Williams intercepted Aaron Rodgers, setting up a drive for Seattle that culminated in a touchdown. Smith's performance was critical as he led the team with 206 passing yards and directed a nine-play drive resulting in an 8-yard touchdown run from Zach Charbonnet. Seattle's defense adjusted significantly in the second half, effectively shutting down the Jets' offense, which allowed them to exploit the Jets' early mistakes to turn the game in their favor. With this victory, the Seahawks extended their winning streak to three games, improving their season record to 7-5, while the Jets' struggled continued, dropping to a disappointing 3-9 record.