In a thrilling Week 2 matchup of the 2026 season, the Seattle Seahawks narrowly defeated the Arizona Cardinals, 45-38, in a game that had playoff implications early in the year. Both teams entered looking to establish momentum, but it was the Seahawks who ultimately secured the victory in a high-scoring affair. Sam Darnold was the standout performer for Seattle, throwing an impressive six touchdown passes to lead his team’s offensive onslaught. Jadarian Price contributed significantly on the ground with 108 rushing yards, helping to keep the Cardinals' defense on its heels. On the other side, Arizona's Aaron Rodgers put up a valiant effort, throwing for 348 yards and connecting with Jeff Caldwell for two touchdowns, as Caldwell racked up an eye-popping 230 receiving yards. Defensively, the game was shaped by key moments, particularly in the second half, as the Seahawks' defense managed to hold off Arizona’s late-game surge. Despite the Cardinals’ resilience and a solid performance from Jack Gibbens, who led his team with four tackles, Seattle's ability to create stops and minimize big plays proved crucial. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when the Seahawks defense stifled a potential game-tying drive, allowing Darnold and the offense to run out the clock and secure the win.