Seahawks vs Jacksonville Jaguars Match Player Stats

The seahawks vs jacksonville jaguars match player stats from October 12, 2025, tell the story of a game that was decided less by rushing production and more by passing efficiency, explosive plays, pressure, and situational execution. Seattle defeated Jacksonville 20-12 at EverBank Stadium, with Sam Darnold completing 16 of 27 passes for 295 yards, two touchdowns, and no interceptions. Jaxon Smith-Njigba produced the game’s biggest receiving performance with eight catches for 162 yards and a 61-yard touchdown. Jacksonville moved the ball through the air as well, but Trevor Lawrence was sacked seven times, while the Jaguars managed only 59 rushing yards.

The final score does not fully explain how the game unfolded. Jacksonville actually recorded more first downs and controlled the ball for longer, yet Seattle generated 346 total yards compared with 273 for the Jaguars. The Seahawks also produced seven sacks and 17 quarterback hits, creating a defensive advantage that repeatedly affected Jacksonville’s passing game.

This detailed breakdown examines the major player performances, team statistics, passing and rushing numbers, receiving production, defensive impact, special teams, and the key statistical reasons Seattle came away with the victory.

Seahawks vs Jacksonville Jaguars Match Player Stats at a Glance

The most important numbers from the game are summarized below.

Category	Seattle Seahawks	Jacksonville Jaguars
Final Score	20	12
Total Yards	346	273
Passing Yards	295 gross, 286 net	258 gross, 214 net
Rushing Yards	60	59
Rushing Attempts	26	19
Pass Attempts	27	42
Completions	16	27
Passing TDs	2	2
Interceptions	0	0
Sacks Allowed	1	7
Third Down	1/12	4/16
Fourth Down	0/0	3/3
Time of Possession	26:39	33:21
Team Sacks	7	1
Penalties	7 for 56 yards	10 for 76 yards

Seattle finished with 6.4 yards per offensive play, compared with 4.0 for Jacksonville. That difference is important because the Jaguars ran 68 offensive plays to Seattle’s 54, yet still gained 73 fewer total yards.

In simple terms, Jacksonville had more opportunities, while Seattle produced more yardage per opportunity.

Final Score and Game Context

Seattle entered the game at 3-2 and improved to 4-2 with the victory. Jacksonville also entered at 4-1 and fell to 4-2. The game was played on October 12, 2025, at EverBank Stadium in Jacksonville. (NFL)

The scoring pattern was unusual because Seattle did not score in the first quarter but then produced 13 points in the second quarter and seven more in the third.

Jacksonville opened the scoring when Brian Thomas Jr. caught a 21-yard touchdown pass from Trevor Lawrence. The extra point attempt failed, leaving Jacksonville with a 6-0 lead.

Seattle answered with a 24-yard Jason Myers field goal. Soon afterward, Darnold connected with Smith-Njigba for a 61-yard touchdown. Myers then added a 53-yard field goal before halftime, giving Seattle a 13-6 advantage.

Seattle extended that lead in the third quarter when Darnold found Cooper Kupp for an 11-yard touchdown.

Jacksonville attempted to mount a comeback in the fourth quarter. Lawrence connected with Tim Patrick for a 26-yard touchdown, but the Jaguars failed on the ensuing two-point attempt. Seattle ultimately held on for the 20-12 victory.

The scoring sequence shows why field goals and extra-point execution mattered. Seattle converted both of its field-goal attempts and both extra points. Jacksonville missed its field-goal attempt, missed its extra-point attempt after the opening touchdown, and failed on its later two-point conversion attempt.

Sam Darnold’s Passing Performance

Sam Darnold was one of the central figures in the game.

He completed 16 of 27 passes for 295 yards, averaging 10.9 yards per attempt. He threw two touchdowns and no interceptions while being sacked once. His official passer rating was 121.7.

Those numbers stand out because Seattle did not attempt a high volume of passes. Darnold attempted 27 throws compared with Lawrence’s 42.

The difference was efficiency.

Darnold averaged more than 10 yards per pass attempt, while Jacksonville’s offense produced only 4.4 yards per pass play when sacks are included. Seattle’s passing game therefore generated considerably more production from fewer attempts.

Darnold’s Most Important Numbers

• 27 pass attempts
• 16 completions
• 295 passing yards
• 2 touchdown passes
• 0 interceptions
• 1 sack
• 9 yards lost from the sack
• 121.7 passer rating
• 61-yard longest completion

The most important part of the performance was the combination of accuracy and explosive passing. Seattle did not need Darnold to throw 40 times. Instead, the Seahawks created several high-value completions that significantly increased their total offensive output.

His 61-yard touchdown pass to Smith-Njigba was particularly important because it immediately changed the game’s momentum.

Trevor Lawrence’s Passing Performance

Trevor Lawrence completed 27 of 42 passes for 258 yards, two touchdowns, and no interceptions. His official passer rating was 97.1. The major issue was pressure, as Seattle recorded seven sacks for 44 yards.

At first glance, Lawrence’s 27 completions may appear more impressive than Darnold’s 16. However, completion totals need to be considered alongside efficiency and pressure.

Lawrence had 15 more pass attempts than Darnold but finished with 37 fewer gross passing yards. After accounting for sacks, Jacksonville had 214 net passing yards.

That creates a useful distinction between volume and efficiency.

Lawrence’s Key Numbers

• 42 pass attempts
• 27 completions
• 258 passing yards
• 2 touchdown passes
• 0 interceptions
• 7 sacks
• 44 sack yards lost
• 97.1 passer rating
• 26-yard longest completion

Lawrence was not intercepted, which limited Seattle’s ability to generate short-field opportunities. However, the seven sacks were costly enough to substantially reduce Jacksonville’s net passing production.

The Jaguars also struggled to consistently turn their possession advantage into scoring opportunities.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba Was the Offensive Standout

Among all offensive players in the game, Jaxon Smith-Njigba produced the most striking statistical performance.

He caught eight passes for 162 yards and one touchdown. His average was 20.3 yards per reception, and his longest reception went for 61 yards.

Smith-Njigba was targeted 13 times, meaning he accounted for more than half of Darnold’s passing attempts.

His performance was not simply a case of collecting short receptions. The 20.3-yard average demonstrates how much explosive value he generated whenever Seattle successfully connected with him downfield.

His 61-yard touchdown was the most important individual offensive play of the game from Seattle’s perspective.

The NFL also noted after the game that Smith-Njigba had 117 receiving yards by halftime and finished with 162 yards in Seattle’s 20-12 victory. (NFL)

Why Smith-Njigba’s Production Mattered

There are three major reasons his performance stands out.

First, he generated explosive plays. An offense can move the ball through sustained short gains, but a single 61-yard reception can replace several successful plays.

Second, he was heavily involved. Thirteen targets show that Seattle consistently looked toward him.

Third, his production came despite Seattle throwing only 27 passes. That means a large share of Seattle’s passing efficiency was concentrated in a relatively small number of attempts.

For readers studying individual production, Smith-Njigba’s game is a strong example of why receiving yardage, targets, catch rate, average gain, and touchdown production should be examined together.

Brian Thomas Jr. Leads Jacksonville’s Receiving Production

Brian Thomas Jr. was Jacksonville’s leading receiver.

He recorded eight receptions for 90 yards and one touchdown on 10 targets. His longest reception was 22 yards, and his average was 11.3 yards per catch.

Thomas Jr. also scored Jacksonville’s opening touchdown on a 21-yard reception from Lawrence.

His performance was productive in terms of volume. Eight catches provided Jacksonville with a reliable source of completions, particularly during an afternoon when Seattle’s pass rush was creating pressure.

However, the contrast with Smith-Njigba is significant. Thomas Jr. produced 90 yards on eight catches, while Smith-Njigba produced 162 yards on the same number of receptions.

That 72-yard difference came despite both players recording eight catches.

Seattle’s Other Receiving Contributions

Seattle’s passing attack was not completely dependent on one player.

Cooper Kupp caught two passes for 40 yards and one touchdown. His 11-yard touchdown reception in the third quarter extended Seattle’s lead to 20-6.

AJ Barner caught three passes for 71 yards, averaging 23.7 yards per reception. His longest catch went for 61 yards.

Zach Charbonnet added one reception for 13 yards.

Kenneth Walker III caught one pass for three yards, while Elijah Arroyo recorded one reception for six yards.

The distribution demonstrates an interesting characteristic of Seattle’s passing performance. The Seahawks did not require a large number of receptions to generate significant yardage.

Jacksonville’s Receiving Distribution

Jacksonville’s passing production was more evenly distributed.

Brian Thomas Jr. led the team with eight receptions for 90 yards and one touchdown.

Travis Etienne Jr. caught four passes for 28 yards.

Travis Hunter recorded four catches for 15 yards.

Parker Washington caught two passes for 29 yards.

Tim Patrick had one catch for 26 yards and scored a touchdown.

Hunter Long caught two passes for 19 yards.

Bhayshul Tuten added two receptions for 14 yards.

D’Ernest Brown recorded two catches for 13 yards.

Brenton? The official gamebook lists the remaining Jacksonville receiving contributions, including multiple short gains that helped produce 27 total completions.

The key difference was not necessarily a lack of receivers. Jacksonville had players making catches, but the offense struggled to turn those completions into large chunks of yardage.

Kenneth Walker III and Seattle’s Rushing Game

Kenneth Walker III led Seattle in rushing with 10 carries for 34 yards, averaging 3.4 yards per attempt. His longest run was 10 yards. He did not score a rushing touchdown.

Zach Charbonnet also received 12 carries and gained 24 yards, averaging 2.0 yards per carry.

Darnold added four rushing attempts for two yards.

Seattle finished with 26 rushing attempts for 60 yards, an average of 2.3 yards per carry.

That number was not particularly efficient, but Seattle did not need its rushing attack to carry the offense. The passing game generated enough explosive production to compensate.

This is an important analytical point. A team can win while averaging only 2.3 yards per rushing attempt if other parts of the offense create enough value.

Travis Etienne Jr. and Jacksonville’s Rushing Game

Travis Etienne Jr. led Jacksonville with 12 carries for 27 yards, averaging 2.3 yards per attempt.

Bhayshul Tuten carried twice for 14 yards, giving him a 7.0-yard average on those attempts.

Lawrence added three carries for nine yards.

Jacksonville finished with 19 rushing attempts for 59 yards, averaging 3.1 yards per carry.

The Jaguars therefore had a slightly better rushing average than Seattle, but their overall rushing output was almost identical.

The more important difference was how each team paired its rushing production with passing efficiency.

Seattle’s 60 rushing yards combined with 286 net passing yards produced 346 total yards.

Jacksonville’s 59 rushing yards combined with 214 net passing yards produced 273 total yards.

The Defensive Battle

The defensive numbers provide one of the clearest explanations for the final result.

Seattle recorded 74 total tackles, including 40 solo tackles, seven sacks, seven tackles for loss, two passes defended, and 17 quarterback hits.

Jacksonville recorded 56 total tackles, 27 solo tackles, one sack, seven tackles for loss, three passes defended, and four quarterback hits.

The biggest difference was quarterback pressure.

Seattle generated seven sacks against Lawrence.

Jacksonville recorded only one sack against Darnold.

That 7-1 sack advantage had a major effect on net passing yardage.

Seattle’s Pressure Changed the Passing Equation

Lawrence completed 27 passes, which is a strong raw completion total.

But the seven sacks meant Jacksonville’s offense repeatedly lost valuable yardage before or during passing plays.

Seattle finished with 17 quarterback hits as well.

That means the pressure was not limited to the seven plays that officially counted as sacks. Defensive pressure can influence offensive efficiency even when the quarterback gets the pass away.

This helps explain why Jacksonville could have 27 completions and still finish with only 214 net passing yards.

Nick Emmanwori’s Defensive Contribution

Nick Emmanwori led Seattle with nine total tackles, including six solo tackles.

His tackle total tied Foyesade Oluokun’s nine total tackles for the highest mark by either team’s leading individual tackler.

Individual tackle totals do not tell the entire story of defensive performance, but they can help identify players who were consistently involved around the football.

Seattle’s overall defensive statistics are more significant than any single tackle number because the unit combined tackling with seven sacks and 17 quarterback hits.

Foyesade Oluokun Leads Jacksonville

Foyesade Oluokun recorded nine total tackles for Jacksonville, including six solo tackles.

That matched Emmanwori’s team-leading total on the Seattle side.

Jacksonville’s defense also recorded seven tackles for loss, three passes defended, and one sack.

The Jaguars’ defense therefore had active tackling production, but it did not generate the same level of quarterback pressure.

The difference between one sack and seven sacks is especially relevant when evaluating the two passing performances.

Third Down Efficiency

Third down was another important statistical difference.

Seattle converted only one of 12 third-down opportunities, an efficiency rate of 8.3%.

Jacksonville converted four of 16 third downs, reaching 25.0%.

On the surface, this statistic favors Jacksonville.

That makes the final result more interesting.

Seattle’s offense did not need to dominate third down because it generated explosive plays that produced large gains on other downs.

Jacksonville’s better third-down rate helped extend drives, but those drives did not produce enough points to overcome Seattle’s explosive passing efficiency and defensive pressure.

This is why a single situational statistic should never be viewed in isolation.

Fourth Down and Risk Management

Jacksonville converted all three of its fourth-down attempts.

Seattle did not attempt a fourth-down conversion.

That means Jacksonville was willing and able to extend drives on fourth down, but the additional opportunities did not translate into enough points.

This is an important distinction between possession success and scoring success.

Jacksonville had 33:21 of possession time compared with Seattle’s 26:39. The Jaguars also ran 68 offensive plays compared with Seattle’s 54.

Yet Seattle won by eight points.

The result demonstrates that controlling the clock and running more plays does not automatically produce a higher score.

Total Yardage Explains the Difference

Seattle gained 346 total yards.

Jacksonville gained 273.

That is a 73-yard advantage for Seattle.

The difference came almost entirely through passing efficiency.

Rushing yards were nearly identical:

• Seattle: 60 rushing yards
• Jacksonville: 59 rushing yards

Net passing yards were very different:

• Seattle: 286 net passing yards
• Jacksonville: 214 net passing yards

That creates a 72-yard difference in net passing yardage.

So the entire 73-yard difference in total offense was essentially explained by the difference in net passing production, with the rushing totals separated by only one yard.

This is arguably the clearest statistical summary of the game.

Explosive Plays Were Critical

Seattle’s passing attack produced multiple large gains.

Smith-Njigba had a 61-yard touchdown.

Barner also recorded a 61-yard reception.

Kupp produced a 29-yard reception.

Seattle’s receiving corps averaged 18.4 yards per reception as a team. Jacksonville averaged 9.6 yards per reception.

That is a substantial difference.

Seattle averaged almost twice as many yards per reception as Jacksonville.

This explains how the Seahawks could complete only 16 passes and still accumulate 295 gross passing yards.

Jacksonville completed 27 passes but produced 258 gross passing yards.

Special Teams Performance

Special teams contributed to Seattle’s victory.

Jason Myers converted both field-goal attempts, including a 53-yard kick, and both extra-point attempts. He finished with eight points.

Cam Little did not score for Jacksonville. He missed his only field-goal attempt and his extra-point attempt.

Seattle punter Michael Dickson recorded seven punts for 360 yards, averaging 51.4 yards per punt. Three of his punts finished inside the 20-yard line, with a long of 55 yards.

Jacksonville punter Logan Cooke recorded eight punts for 393 yards, averaging 49.1 yards per punt. Two punts went inside the 20, and his longest was 61 yards.

The return game also favored Jacksonville in raw yardage.

The Jaguars had four kickoff returns for 96 yards, averaging 24.0 yards per return.

Seattle had two kickoff returns for 40 yards, averaging 20.0.

On punt returns, Jacksonville produced 24 yards on four returns, while Seattle had five yards on three returns.

These numbers show that special teams was not dominated by one side in every category. Seattle’s advantage was primarily in scoring efficiency.

Turnovers and Ball Security

Neither team threw an interception.

Seattle also had no fumbles.

Jacksonville recorded one fumble by Parker Washington, but the fumble was not lost.

Therefore, the game was not decided by a traditional turnover margin.

This is another reason the statistical story is interesting.

Seattle won without creating an interception or recovering a fumble. Instead, the Seahawks generated defensive value through pressure and sacks.

Penalties and Hidden Yardage

Seattle committed seven penalties for 56 yards.

Jacksonville committed 10 penalties for 76 yards.

The Jaguars therefore committed three more penalties and lost 20 additional penalty yards.

Penalty totals alone cannot explain the outcome, but they contributed to Jacksonville’s overall efficiency problem.

When combined with the seven sacks and missed kicking opportunities, the Jaguars left several areas where small execution errors accumulated into a significant scoring deficit.

Why Seattle Won Without Dominating Possession

The most interesting question from the game is how Seattle won despite Jacksonville holding the ball for almost seven more minutes.

The answer is efficiency.

Seattle had:

• Fewer offensive plays
• Fewer pass attempts
• Fewer completions
• Less possession time
• Similar rushing production

Yet Seattle produced:

• More total yards
• More net passing yards
• More yards per offensive play
• Seven sacks on defense
• Two successful field goals
• Two successful extra points

The Seahawks were more productive when they had the football.

That is the central lesson from the box score.

A Deeper Look at Offensive Efficiency

Seattle averaged 6.4 yards per offensive play.

Jacksonville averaged 4.0.

That means Seattle gained an average of 2.4 more yards every time it ran an offensive play.

Over 54 offensive plays, that efficiency gap becomes substantial.

Seattle’s offense was also much more efficient through the air.

The Seahawks produced 10.2 yards per pass play when sacks are included in the team’s official calculation.

Jacksonville produced 4.4.

That difference demonstrates why the passing game was decisive.

What the Player Statistics Reveal

The individual statistics reveal several important patterns.

Darnold Provided Efficient Quarterback Play

Darnold did not have huge passing volume, but he produced 295 yards and two touchdowns without an interception.

Smith-Njigba Created Explosive Production

Eight receptions for 162 yards made him the game’s leading receiver.

Lawrence Faced Constant Pressure

Seven sacks reduced Jacksonville’s net passing production considerably.

Thomas Jr. Was Jacksonville’s Most Productive Receiver

Eight catches for 90 yards and one touchdown gave him a strong workload.

Both Running Games Were Limited

Neither team reached 61 rushing yards.

Seattle’s Defense Generated the Biggest Statistical Edge

Seven sacks and 17 quarterback hits created a clear defensive advantage.

Comparing the Quarterbacks

Statistic	Sam Darnold	Trevor Lawrence
Completions	16	27
Attempts	27	42
Completion Rate	59.3%	64.3%
Passing Yards	295	258
Yards per Attempt	10.9	6.1
Touchdowns	2	2
Interceptions	0	0
Sacks	1	7
Passer Rating	121.7	97.1

The completion percentage favors Lawrence, but Darnold’s yards per attempt, touchdown production, sack avoidance, and passer rating were stronger in this specific game.

That does not mean completion percentage is unimportant. It shows why quarterback evaluation requires several statistics rather than one number.

Comparing the Leading Receivers

Statistic	Jaxon Smith-Njigba	Brian Thomas Jr.
Targets	13	10
Receptions	8	8
Receiving Yards	162	90
Average	20.3	11.3
Long Reception	61	22
Touchdowns	1	1

Both players caught eight passes.

The difference was what happened after the catch and on deeper throws.

Smith-Njigba produced 72 more receiving yards on the same number of receptions.

That made his statistical contribution particularly influential.

The Most Important Statistical Takeaways

A detailed reading of the box score points to five major conclusions.

1. Passing Efficiency Decided the Game

Seattle generated 286 net passing yards compared with Jacksonville’s 214.

2. Seattle’s Pass Rush Was a Major Factor

Seven sacks and 17 quarterback hits created sustained pressure.

3. Smith-Njigba Produced the Game’s Biggest Receiving Performance

His 162 yards represented a large share of Seattle’s passing production.

4. Jacksonville Had More Possession but Less Efficiency

The Jaguars had the ball for 33:21 but produced only 273 total yards.

5. Special Teams Execution Added Important Points

Seattle made both field goals and both extra points, while Jacksonville failed on its field-goal and extra-point attempts.

How to Read This Box Score Correctly

For readers researching player statistics, it is easy to focus on the most obvious numbers.

A better approach is to examine several layers.

Start with the final score.

Then examine total yards.

Next, separate rushing and passing.

After that, check sacks because they can dramatically change net passing production.

Then review third-down efficiency, red-zone results, turnovers, penalties, and special teams.

Finally, look at individual player production to determine which performances actually influenced the team-level numbers.

This method provides more context than simply listing passing yards and touchdowns.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who led the Seahawks in receiving against the Jaguars?

Jaxon Smith-Njigba led Seattle with eight receptions for 162 yards and one touchdown. His longest reception was 61 yards.

How many passing yards did Sam Darnold have?

Sam Darnold passed for 295 yards on 16 completions from 27 attempts. He threw two touchdowns and no interceptions.

How many sacks did the Seahawks record?

Seattle recorded seven sacks against Trevor Lawrence. The Seahawks also registered 17 quarterback hits.

How many rushing yards did Kenneth Walker III have?

Kenneth Walker III rushed 10 times for 34 yards, averaging 3.4 yards per carry. He did not score a rushing touchdown.

Who was Jacksonville’s leading receiver?

Brian Thomas Jr. led the Jaguars with eight receptions for 90 yards and one touchdown.

What was the final score between Seattle and Jacksonville?

The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Jacksonville Jaguars 20-12 on October 12, 2025, at EverBank Stadium. (NFL)

Conclusion

The seahawks vs jacksonville jaguars match player stats show a game in which efficiency outweighed possession and volume.

Jacksonville ran more plays, attempted more passes, completed more passes, converted more third downs, and controlled the ball for longer. However, Seattle generated considerably more yardage per play and produced the more efficient passing performance.

Sam Darnold finished with 295 passing yards, two touchdowns, and no interceptions. Jaxon Smith-Njigba supplied 162 receiving yards and a touchdown, including a decisive 61-yard score. Seattle’s defense then created a major statistical advantage by recording seven sacks and 17 quarterback hits.

Jacksonville’s best individual offensive performances came from Trevor Lawrence and Brian Thomas Jr., but the offense struggled to maintain efficiency under pressure. Lawrence was sacked seven times, and Jacksonville finished with only 214 net passing yards.

The rushing numbers were almost identical, with Seattle gaining 60 yards and Jacksonville gaining 59. That makes the passing and defensive statistics even more important when explaining the final result.

For a complete reference, the official NFL gamebook provides the game’s detailed scoring, team statistics, and individual player statistics. Official NFL Gamebook for Seahawks vs. Jaguars