Seahawks vs Los Angeles Rams Match Player Stats
The seahawks vs los angeles rams match player stats from the NFC Championship on January 26, 2026, tell the story of a remarkable 31-27 victory for the Seattle Seahawks. The game featured outstanding quarterback performances from Sam Darnold and Matthew Stafford, huge receiving displays from Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Puka Nacua, and a dramatic offensive battle in which both teams finished with 3 passing touchdowns. Seattle ultimately advanced after producing 31 points, while Los Angeles finished with 27.
The final score does not fully explain how competitive the game was. The Rams produced 374 passing yards, compared with 346 for Seattle, and Puka Nacua delivered one of the strongest individual receiving performances of the contest with 165 yards on nine receptions. On the other side, Jaxon Smith-Njigba answered with 153 receiving yards on 10 catches.
Both starting quarterbacks also played highly efficient games. Stafford completed 22 of 35 passes for 374 yards and three touchdowns without an interception. Darnold completed 25 of 36 attempts for 346 yards, three touchdowns, and no interceptions. Their passer ratings were nearly identical, with Darnold at 127.8 and Stafford at 127.6.
The difference came from how the offenses converted their opportunities, how Seattle managed the rushing game, and how the Seahawks handled the decisive portions of the contest.
Seahawks vs Los Angeles Rams Match Player Stats: Game Overview
The NFC Championship matchup ended with Seattle defeating Los Angeles 31-27.
| Game Detail | Result |
| Competition | NFC Championship |
| Date | January 26, 2026 |
| Final Score | Seattle Seahawks 31, Los Angeles Rams 27 |
| Los Angeles Record | 12-5 |
| Los Angeles Away Record | 5-4 |
| Seattle Record | 14-3 |
| Seattle Home Record | 6-2 |
| Los Angeles Points by Quarter | 3, 10, 14, 0 |
| Seattle Points by Quarter | 10, 7, 14, 0 |
Seattle started faster, scoring 10 points in the opening quarter while Los Angeles managed only three.
The Rams responded in the second quarter with 10 points, but Seattle added another seven to take a 17-13 lead into halftime.
The third quarter became the highest-scoring period of the game. Both teams scored 14 points, keeping the contest extremely close heading into the final quarter.
Neither team scored in the fourth quarter according to the supplied box score. That makes the third-quarter scoring especially important because the Seahawks entered the final period with a four-point advantage and ultimately protected that lead.
Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
First Quarter
Seattle established the early advantage with 10 points. Los Angeles scored only three, giving the Seahawks a seven-point lead after the opening period.
That early start mattered because the Rams spent much of the game playing from behind. Seattle’s ability to generate an early cushion reduced the margin for error later.
Second Quarter
Los Angeles improved considerably in the second quarter.
The Rams scored 10 points, their highest total of the first half, while Seattle added seven. Even though Los Angeles won the quarter by three points, Seattle still held a 17-13 halftime advantage.
The four-point halftime difference was small enough that the game remained completely open.
Third Quarter
The third quarter was the offensive centerpiece of the game.
Both teams scored 14 points, producing 28 combined points in a single quarter. Los Angeles continued its comeback effort, while Seattle responded with enough offense to retain its advantage.
After three quarters, Seattle was ahead 31-27.
Fourth Quarter
The supplied scoring data shows no points for either team in the fourth quarter.
That means Seattle’s 31-27 advantage after the third quarter became the final score. The Seahawks therefore relied on their defense, field position, and game management to preserve the four-point lead.
Quarter Scoring Table
| Quarter | Rams | Seahawks |
| Q1 | 3 | 10 |
| Q2 | 10 | 7 |
| Q3 | 14 | 14 |
| Q4 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 27 | 31 |
This table highlights an important feature of the game. Seattle did not dominate every quarter. Instead, the Seahawks built an early lead, absorbed Los Angeles’s second-quarter response, matched the Rams during the explosive third quarter, and then finished with a four-point advantage.
Quarterback Comparison
The quarterback numbers were remarkably close in overall production.
Matthew Stafford
Matthew Stafford completed 22 of 35 passes for 374 yards and three touchdowns.
His statistical line was:
- 22 completions
- 35 attempts
- 374 passing yards
- 10.7 yards per attempt
- 3 passing touchdowns
- 0 interceptions
- 1 sack for 9 yards
- 82.8 QBR
- 127.6 passer rating
Stafford’s 374 passing yards were the highest passing total in the game.
He also averaged 10.7 yards per passing attempt, demonstrating how effectively the Rams generated large gains through the passing attack. Los Angeles finished with 374 receiving yards as a team, matching Stafford’s passing total.
The absence of an interception was another important part of Stafford’s performance. Despite throwing 35 passes, he did not give Seattle an interception opportunity that resulted in a defensive turnover.
Sam Darnold
Sam Darnold completed 25 of 36 passes for 346 yards and three touchdowns.
His numbers were:
- 25 completions
- 36 attempts
- 346 passing yards
- 9.6 yards per attempt
- 3 passing touchdowns
- 0 interceptions
- 3 sacks for 25 yards
- 82.8 QBR
- 127.8 passer rating
Darnold completed three more passes than Stafford and attempted one more pass.
His 346 yards were 28 fewer than Stafford’s 374, but Darnold’s efficiency remained excellent. His 127.8 passer rating was slightly higher than Stafford’s 127.6.
The most notable difference was sacks. Darnold was sacked three times for 25 yards, while Stafford was sacked once for nine yards.
Quarterback Comparison Table
| Statistic | Matthew Stafford | Sam Darnold |
| Completions | 22 | 25 |
| Attempts | 35 | 36 |
| Passing Yards | 374 | 346 |
| Yards per Attempt | 10.7 | 9.6 |
| Passing TDs | 3 | 3 |
| Interceptions | 0 | 0 |
| Sacks | 1 | 3 |
| Sack Yards | 9 | 25 |
| QBR | 82.8 | 82.8 |
| Passer Rating | 127.6 | 127.8 |
The numbers show that this was not a game decided by quarterback mistakes. Both players threw three touchdowns and avoided interceptions.
The slight edge in passer rating went to Darnold, while Stafford had the advantage in total passing yards and yards per attempt.
Seahawks vs Los Angeles Rams Match Player Stats: Receiving Leaders
The receiving statistics provide some of the clearest evidence of how explosive this championship game was.
Both teams produced 3 receiving touchdowns, but Los Angeles averaged 17.0 yards per reception compared with Seattle’s 13.8.
Puka Nacua Leads the Rams
Puka Nacua was the Rams’ most productive receiver.
He recorded:
- 9 receptions
- 165 receiving yards
- 18.3 yards per reception
- 1 touchdown
- 44-yard long reception
- 14 targets
Nacua’s 165 yards were the highest receiving total by any player in the game.
He was also targeted 14 times, showing how central he was to the Los Angeles passing attack. Nine of those targets became receptions.
His 44-yard longest reception was also the Rams’ longest listed receiving play.
Nacua’s performance combined volume and explosiveness. He was not simply accumulating short receptions. His 18.3-yard average demonstrates that Los Angeles consistently created significant yardage when throwing his way.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba Answers for Seattle
Jaxon Smith-Njigba produced Seattle’s biggest receiving performance.
He finished with:
- 10 receptions
- 153 receiving yards
- 15.3 yards per reception
- 1 touchdown
- 42-yard long reception
- 12 targets
Smith-Njigba caught one more pass than Nacua and finished only 12 yards behind him.
His 10 receptions were the highest individual reception total in the supplied statistics. He also accounted for 153 of Seattle’s 346 passing yards.
That means Smith-Njigba was responsible for a substantial portion of Seattle’s aerial production.
Los Angeles Receiving Production
The Rams’ receiving numbers were:
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Average | TD |
| Puka Nacua | 9 | 165 | 18.3 | 1 |
| Davante Adams | 4 | 89 | 22.3 | 1 |
| Colby Parkinson | 3 | 62 | 20.7 | 0 |
| Blake Corum | 3 | 24 | 8.0 | 0 |
| Kyren Williams | 2 | 22 | 11.0 | 1 |
| Tyler Higbee | 1 | 12 | 12.0 | 0 |
| Team Total | 22 | 374 | 17.0 | 3 |
Davante Adams was particularly efficient on his four receptions. He averaged 22.3 yards per catch, the highest listed average among the Rams’ receivers with multiple catches.
Colby Parkinson also averaged more than 20 yards per reception, finishing with 62 yards on three receptions.
Seattle Receiving Production
Seattle’s receiving statistics were:
| Player | Receptions | Yards | Average | TD |
| Jaxon Smith-Njigba | 10 | 153 | 15.3 | 1 |
| Rashid Shaheed | 1 | 51 | 51.0 | 0 |
| Kenneth Walker III | 3 | 49 | 16.3 | 0 |
| Cooper Kupp | 4 | 36 | 9.0 | 1 |
| George Holani | 3 | 27 | 9.0 | 0 |
| Jake Bobo | 1 | 17 | 17.0 | 1 |
| AJ Barner | 2 | 13 | 6.5 | 0 |
| Team Total | 25 | 346 | 13.8 | 3 |
Seattle’s receiving attack had more total receptions than Los Angeles, 25 to 22.
The Seahawks also had a wider distribution of catches among their listed receivers. Smith-Njigba was the clear leader, but Kenneth Walker III, Cooper Kupp, George Holani, Jake Bobo, AJ Barner, and Rashid Shaheed all contributed.
Rushing Comparison
The ground game tells a very different story from the passing statistics.
Los Angeles rushed 22 times for 114 yards, averaging 5.2 yards per carry.
Seattle ran the ball 26 times for 75 yards, averaging only 2.9 yards per carry.
This gave the Rams a significant advantage in rushing efficiency.
Los Angeles Rushing
Blake Corum led the Rams in rushing yards with 55 yards on nine carries.
His average was 6.1 yards per carry.
Kyren Williams carried the ball 10 times for 39 yards, averaging 3.9 yards per attempt.
Matthew Stafford added 16 yards on two carries, while Puka Nacua recorded four yards on one rushing attempt.
| Player | Carries | Yards | Average | TD |
| Blake Corum | 9 | 55 | 6.1 | 0 |
| Kyren Williams | 10 | 39 | 3.9 | 0 |
| Matthew Stafford | 2 | 16 | 8.0 | 0 |
| Puka Nacua | 1 | 4 | 4.0 | 0 |
| Team Total | 22 | 114 | 5.2 | 0 |
The Rams averaged 2.3 more rushing yards per carry than Seattle.
Seattle Rushing
Kenneth Walker III was Seattle’s primary rushing option.
He carried 19 times for 62 yards and scored one rushing touchdown.
Sam Darnold rushed three times for nine yards, George Holani had three carries for four yards, and Rashid Shaheed had one rushing attempt for no yards.
| Player | Carries | Yards | Average | TD |
| Kenneth Walker III | 19 | 62 | 3.3 | 1 |
| Sam Darnold | 3 | 9 | 3.0 | 0 |
| George Holani | 3 | 4 | 1.3 | 0 |
| Rashid Shaheed | 1 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Team Total | 26 | 75 | 2.9 | 1 |
Seattle’s rushing attack was not particularly efficient, but it did produce a touchdown through Walker.
That touchdown became more valuable in a game decided by only four points.
Defensive Player and Team Statistics
The supplied box score provides team defensive totals rather than individual defensive lines.
Los Angeles recorded 65 total tackles, including 38 solo tackles. The Rams also recorded three sacks, eight tackles for loss, five passes defended, and seven quarterback hits.
Seattle recorded 60 total tackles, including 36 solo tackles. The Seahawks had one sack, one tackle for loss, seven passes defended, and three quarterback hits.
| Defensive Category | Los Angeles | Seattle |
| Total Tackles | 65 | 60 |
| Solo Tackles | 38 | 36 |
| Sacks | 3 | 1 |
| Tackles for Loss | 8 | 1 |
| Passes Defended | 5 | 7 |
| QB Hits | 7 | 3 |
| Interceptions | 0 | 0 |
The defensive statistics reveal an interesting contrast.
Los Angeles generated substantially more backfield disruption, producing three sacks and eight tackles for loss compared with Seattle’s one sack and one tackle for loss.
Seattle, however, recorded more passes defended, seven compared with five.
Neither defense intercepted a pass.
This is significant because both quarterbacks protected the football through the air. With Stafford and Darnold each finishing with zero interceptions, neither team received the benefit of an interception-based change of possession.
Turnovers and Ball Security
Turnovers can decide championship games, especially when the final margin is only four points.
The supplied data shows:
| Category | Los Angeles | Seattle |
| Fumbles | 4 | 2 |
| Fumbles Lost | 1 | 0 |
| Fumbles Recovered | 2 | 2 |
| Interceptions Thrown | 0 | 0 |
Seattle’s ball security was cleaner.
The Seahawks were credited with two fumbles and lost none. Los Angeles had four fumbles and lost one.
Although the supplied statistics do not provide the exact individual players responsible for each fumble, the overall team figures indicate that Seattle avoided losing possession through both the passing game and fumble recoveries.
That matters in a four-point game. A single lost possession can dramatically change field position and scoring opportunities.
Special Teams Performance
Special teams also contributed useful context.
Los Angeles Kicking
Harrison Mevis converted both of his field-goal attempts.
He was:
- 2-for-2 on field goals
- 100 percent field-goal accuracy
- 50-yard long
- 3-for-3 on extra points
- 9 total points
His 50-yard field goal was the longest successful field goal listed in the supplied data.
Seattle Kicking
Jason Myers converted:
- 1 of 1 field-goal attempts
- 100 percent field-goal accuracy
- 27-yard long
- 4 of 4 extra points
- 7 total points
Both kickers were perfect on their listed attempts.
The difference in scoring from field goals and extra points reflects the different scoring patterns of the two offenses.
Return Game
Los Angeles had six kick returns for 145 yards, averaging 24.2 yards per return.
Jordan Whittington recorded five returns for 116 yards, averaging 23.2 yards per return. His longest return was 25 yards.
Ronnie Rivers added one return for 29 yards.
Seattle recorded one kick return, by Rashid Shaheed, for 21 yards.
On punt returns, Xavier Smith recorded two returns for Los Angeles for zero total yards. Seattle had no punt returns listed.
Punting
Ethan Evans punted twice for Los Angeles for 84 yards, averaging 42.0 yards per punt. One punt went inside the 20-yard line, with a 43-yard long.
Michael Dickson punted five times for Seattle for 226 yards. He averaged 45.2 yards per punt and placed all five punts inside the 20-yard line. His longest punt traveled 56 yards.
Dickson’s five punts inside the 20 stand out because the supplied data credits him with five inside-20 placements from five punts.
What the Numbers Say About the Game
The most useful way to understand this championship matchup is to look beyond the final score.
Seattle did not win because it completely outplayed Los Angeles in every statistical category.
In fact, the Rams had several statistical advantages.
Los Angeles produced:
- More passing yards
- More rushing yards
- A higher rushing average
- More sacks
- More tackles for loss
- More quarterback hits
- A higher receiving average
Seattle still won.
That tells us that raw yardage does not automatically determine the outcome of a football game.
Passing Efficiency Was Extremely Close
The quarterbacks were nearly identical in efficiency.
Stafford’s passer rating was 127.6.
Darnold’s passer rating was 127.8.
Both had three touchdown passes and zero interceptions.
The difference in passing yards was only 28 yards.
That makes the matchup particularly interesting because neither quarterback gave his team a major statistical advantage through efficiency alone.
Seattle Had More Receiving Volume
Seattle completed 25 team receptions for 346 yards.
Los Angeles recorded 22 receptions for 374 yards.
The Seahawks therefore completed three more passes, while the Rams gained 28 more yards.
This suggests a stylistic contrast.
Seattle’s passing production came with slightly more reception volume, while Los Angeles generated more yardage per reception.
Los Angeles Was More Efficient on the Ground
The Rams averaged 5.2 yards per carry.
Seattle averaged 2.9.
That is a difference of 2.3 yards per rushing attempt.
Los Angeles also gained 39 more rushing yards despite having four fewer rushing attempts.
The Rams therefore had the more productive running game according to the supplied numbers.
Seattle Converted Its Offensive Production Into 31 Points
Despite the rushing disadvantage, Seattle finished with 31 points.
The Seahawks also produced three passing touchdowns and one rushing touchdown according to the supplied scoring statistics.
Los Angeles had three passing touchdowns but no rushing touchdowns.
That four-touchdown structure is important. Seattle’s rushing touchdown provided an additional scoring route that Los Angeles did not match.
Three Players Who Defined the Statistical Story
Puka Nacua
Nacua was arguably the most productive individual receiver based purely on yardage.
His 165 yards led the entire game.
He also averaged 18.3 yards per reception and caught a touchdown.
His 14 targets demonstrate how heavily the Rams relied on him.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba
Smith-Njigba was Seattle’s most productive offensive receiver.
His 10 receptions led the game, while his 153 yards ranked second overall.
He averaged 15.3 yards per catch and scored a touchdown.
The combination of volume and efficiency made him a central part of Seattle’s passing production.
Kenneth Walker III
Walker did not match the explosive receiving numbers of Nacua or Smith-Njigba, but his rushing contribution was important.
He carried 19 times for 62 yards and scored a touchdown.
Seattle struggled to generate rushing efficiency, but Walker remained the team’s primary ball carrier and provided its only listed rushing touchdown.
Seahawks vs Los Angeles Rams Match Player Stats: Key Takeaways
The seahawks vs los angeles rams match player stats reveal several major lessons about the January 26, 2026 NFC Championship.
1. The quarterbacks were almost perfectly matched
Stafford and Darnold both threw three touchdowns without an interception.
Their QBR figures were both 82.8, while their passer ratings differed by only 0.2 points.
2. The Rams had the more productive running game
Los Angeles averaged 5.2 yards per rushing attempt compared with Seattle’s 2.9.
Blake Corum led the Rams with 55 yards.
3. Seattle had the more productive reception volume
The Seahawks caught 25 passes compared with 22 for Los Angeles.
Smith-Njigba led Seattle with 10 catches.
4. Puka Nacua was the game’s top yardage producer
Nacua’s 165 receiving yards were the highest individual total in the supplied statistics.
5. Seattle protected the football better
The Seahawks lost no fumbles and threw no interceptions.
Los Angeles lost one fumble and also threw no interceptions.
6. The Rams generated more defensive disruption
Los Angeles recorded three sacks and eight tackles for loss.
Seattle recorded one sack and one tackle for loss.
7. Seattle’s early lead mattered
The Seahawks scored 10 points in the first quarter and led 17-13 at halftime.
That early advantage gave them enough margin to survive Los Angeles’s strong third quarter.
How to Read These Statistics Correctly
A common mistake when analyzing a football box score is focusing on one category.
For example, Los Angeles gained 374 passing yards compared with Seattle’s 346. That does not mean the Rams automatically had the better passing performance in every meaningful sense.
Similarly, Los Angeles averaged 5.2 rushing yards per carry compared with Seattle’s 2.9, but Seattle still scored 31 points.
A better approach is to connect several categories.
Start with the quarterbacks.
Then examine receiving production.
After that, compare rushing efficiency.
Next, consider sacks, turnovers, and defensive pressure.
Finally, look at the scoring distribution.
That process provides a much more complete picture than looking at total yards alone.
For this game, the combination of quarterback efficiency, receiving production, Seattle’s rushing touchdown, and turnover protection helps explain how the Seahawks won despite Los Angeles posting strong numbers in several yardage categories.
A Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Los Angeles Rams | Seattle Seahawks |
| Final Score | 27 | 31 |
| Passing Yards | 374 | 346 |
| Passing TDs | 3 | 3 |
| Interceptions | 0 | 0 |
| Rushing Attempts | 22 | 26 |
| Rushing Yards | 114 | 75 |
| Rushing Average | 5.2 | 2.9 |
| Rushing TDs | 0 | 1 |
| Receptions | 22 | 25 |
| Receiving Yards | 374 | 346 |
| Receiving TDs | 3 | 3 |
| Sacks | 3 | 1 |
| Tackles | 65 | 60 |
| Passes Defended | 5 | 7 |
| Fumbles | 4 | 2 |
| Fumbles Lost | 1 | 0 |
| Field Goals | 2/2 | 1/1 |
The table shows why the final score cannot be explained by a single statistical category.
The Rams were more productive on the ground and generated more defensive pressure.
Seattle had more receptions, protected its possessions more effectively, and scored a rushing touchdown in addition to its three passing touchdowns.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Seahawks vs Los Angeles Rams NFC Championship game?
The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Los Angeles Rams 31-27 on January 26, 2026.
Who had more passing yards, Matthew Stafford or Sam Darnold?
Matthew Stafford had more passing yards. He threw for 374 yards, while Sam Darnold recorded 346 yards.
How many touchdowns did Sam Darnold throw?
Sam Darnold threw three touchdown passes and no interceptions.
How many receiving yards did Puka Nacua have?
Puka Nacua recorded 165 receiving yards on nine receptions, averaging 18.3 yards per catch. He also scored one receiving touchdown.
Who led Seattle in receiving?
Jaxon Smith-Njigba led Seattle with 10 receptions for 153 yards and one touchdown.
Which team had the better rushing numbers?
Los Angeles had the better rushing numbers. The Rams rushed for 114 yards on 22 attempts, averaging 5.2 yards per carry. Seattle rushed for 75 yards on 26 attempts, averaging 2.9 yards per carry.
Conclusion
The seahawks vs los angeles rams match player stats from the NFC Championship show a game decided by balance rather than one overwhelming statistical advantage.
Matthew Stafford and Sam Darnold delivered nearly identical quarterback performances. Both threw three touchdown passes without an interception, and their QBR figures were both 82.8. Stafford produced more passing yards, while Darnold finished with a slightly higher passer rating.
Puka Nacua led all players with 165 receiving yards, while Jaxon Smith-Njigba led the game in receptions with 10 and finished with 153 yards. Both receivers were central to their teams’ passing attacks.
Los Angeles had the stronger rushing performance, averaging 5.2 yards per carry. Blake Corum led the Rams with 55 rushing yards, while Kenneth Walker III led Seattle with 62 yards and one rushing touchdown.
Defensively, the Rams created more pressure with three sacks and eight tackles for loss. Seattle recorded more passes defended and, importantly, did not lose a fumble.
The scoring pattern was also significant. Seattle built a 10-3 first-quarter advantage, carried a 17-13 lead into halftime, and entered the fourth quarter ahead 31-27 after both teams scored 14 points in the third period. With no fourth-quarter points recorded in the supplied data, that four-point advantage became the final margin.
Ultimately, the statistics illustrate why football analysis requires more than comparing total yards. Los Angeles won several individual statistical battles, but Seattle combined efficient quarterback play, strong receiving production, a rushing touchdown, and better ball security to finish ahead 31-27.
