⚡ Quick Recap: Vikings vs Seahawks
Game MVP: Zach Charbonnet (RB, Seahawks) – 23 carries, 112 yards, 1 TD
Turning Point: Ernest Jones IV’s 85-yard interception return for a touchdown (Q2, 2:59)
Key Stat: Seahawks defence forced 4 turnovers and held the Vikings scoreless
What It Means: Seattle solidifies its position at the top of the NFC West (9-3). Minnesota’s playoff chances further diminish (4-8).
Next Up: Vikings vs Commanders | Seahawks vs Falcons
How Did Vikings vs Seahawks Unfold Quarter by Quarter?
First Quarter: Defensive Deadlock
The opening period featured strong defensive performances from both teams. Field position was hard-fought, with Minnesota’s Max Brosmer (QB) under immediate pressure from the Seahawks front. Kenneth Walker III (RB, Seahawks) managed 24 yards from scrimmage, but both teams failed to deliver in the red zone. Only two drives crossed midfield, ending in punts.
Score progression: End of Q1 – Seahawks 0, Vikings 0.
Key play: Leonard Williams (DE, Seahawks) sacked Max Brosmer for a 9-yard loss at the Vikings’ 40 (11:58).
Stat highlight: Both teams combined for just 87 yards in the quarter, each barely scraping three first downs.
Second Quarter: Seahawks Command Momentum
Seattle opened the scoring with a composed, clock-chewing 15-play drive, capped by Jason Myers’ 33-yard field goal. After a fumble by Sam Darnold (QB, Seahawks), the Vikings advanced to Seattle’s red zone, only to be halted by a pivotal defensive stand. The turning point came as Ernest Jones IV picked off Brosmer inside the Seahawks’ 15 and sprinted 85 yards for a defensive touchdown.
Score progression: End of Q2 – Seahawks 13, Vikings 0.
Key plays: Jason Myers’ 56-yard field goal (0:12) closed out the half’s scoring, and Jones IV’s interception return completely swung momentum.
Stat highlight: Seattle outgained Minnesota 195-82 in the quarter, and Jones IV’s TD was the game’s signature play.
Third Quarter: Seahawks Extend Lead Methodically
The Seahawks controlled the third quarter, opening with Kenneth Walker III’s explosive 24-yard run. While Seattle’s drives repeatedly met resistance inside the Vikings’ 40, Jason Myers remained clinical, converting from 54 and 40 yards. Minnesota’s response sputtered with two turnovers and a pivotal sack by Drake Thomas (LB, Seahawks) halting Viking momentum.
Score progression: End of Q3 – Seahawks 19, Vikings 0.
Key plays: Myers’ 54-yard field goal (11:14), Charbonnet’s 13-yard catch to convert, and a Seattle fumble re-recovered by the offence to halt a Vikings scoring chance.
Stat highlight: Seattle possessed the ball for nearly 11 minutes in the quarter while holding the Vikings to 16 yards on the ground.
Fourth Quarter: Finishing Strong
With control in hand, Seattle continued to lean on Charbonnet, who orchestrated a 9-play, 68-yard drive ending with his 17-yard touchdown scamper at 9:11. The defence sealed the shutout with Coby Bryant’s (FS, Seahawks) end zone interception. Myers’ extra point capped Seattle’s 26-0 output in front of a raucous Lumen Field crowd.
Score progression: Final – Seahawks 26, Vikings 0.
Key play: Charbonnet’s 17-yard touchdown run down the left sideline cementing MVP honours.
Stat highlight: Seattle’s run game closed out the fourth, outgaining the Vikings 165-56 on the ground for the night.
Who Were the Standout Players in Vikings vs Seahawks?
Seahawks Standouts
- Performance: 23 carries, 112 yards, 1 rushing touchdown; added 3 receptions for 21 yards.
- Key Moment: 17-yard touchdown run (Q4, 9:11) punctuating an 11-play, 78-yard drive.
- Impact: Consistently moved the chains, broke through arm tackles, and kept the Vikings’ defensive front on skates, controlling tempo.
- Betting Note: Charbonnet has become a strong anytime touchdown and yardage prop candidate for future picks, especially against outmatched run defences.
- Performance: 21/33 passing, 217 yards; added 11 yards rushing but 2 fumbles (1 lost, 1 recovered by the offence).
- Key Moment: Orchestrated four scoring drives, including decisive throws to Cooper Kupp and AJ Barner on third and long.
- Impact: Made timely completions to extend drives, absorbed pressure, and avoided critical red zone mistakes, ensuring steady point accumulation.
- Betting Note: Darnold’s growing confidence with the play-action game is translating into increasing passing yards opportunities in builder/acca markets.
- Performance: 9 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 1 interception (85-yard touchdown return), 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery.
- Key Moment: 85-yard interception return for a touchdown (Q2, 2:59).
- Impact: Quashed the Vikings’ best drive with unwavering anticipation and coverage, shifting the game’s dynamic.
- Betting Note: Jones IV’s takeaway prowess enhances Seattle’s DST/sack/turnover-related markets going forward.
Vikings Standouts
- Performance: 8 receptions, 68 yards.
- Key Moment: Converted 3 first downs on quick-release routes during Minnesota’s best second-quarter drive.
- Impact: Remained Brosmer’s favourite target, leveraging soft coverage underneath but unable to break into explosive gains or red zone touches.
- Betting Note: Hockenson’s volume remains a viable overs angle for catches regardless of QB instability.
- Performance: 6 receptions, 61 yards
- Key Moment: 11-yard sideline catch (Q4, 8:36) giving a fleeting spark to a frozen offence.
- Impact: Did well to find holes versus nickel and zone coverage but rarely found rhythm due to QB pressure.
- Betting Note: Addison’s yardage lines should be viewed with caution against top-tier pass rushes, but his target share is dependable in healthy scripts.
- Performance: 11 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 1 sack.
- Key Moment: First-half sack and subsequent third-down stop to force a punt in the opening quarter.
- Impact: Provided veteran stability in a defence under siege, momentarily limiting Walker and Charbonnet in short-yardage situations.
- Betting Note: Wilson remains a viable tackles/defensive stats prop in softer matchups but struggled to contain chunk plays when left unsupported.
What Were the Turning Points in Vikings vs Seahawks?
Turning Point #1: Ernest Jones IV’s 85-yard Pick-Six (Q2, 2:59)
With the Vikings poised inside the Seattle 5-yard line, Brosmer’s forced throw over the middle was read perfectly by Jones IV, who returned it 85 yards for a touchdown. The play flipped what could have been a tie score at 3-3 into a 10-0 Seattle advantage and stifled Minnesota’s only sustained drive.
Turning Point #2: Seahawks’ Defence Denies in the Red Zone (Q2)
After a Charbonnet fumble recovery, Minnesota advanced to Seattle’s 9 before being denied by successive tackles for short gains and a crucial incomplete pass. Brosmer’s failure to finish in the red zone resulted in a missed opportunity to reverse momentum.
Turning Point #3: Charbonnet’s Touchdown Drive (Q4, 9:11)
With the Vikings’ defence tiring, Seattle unleashed a 6-play, 68-yard march capped by Charbonnet’s 17-yard touchdown, extending the lead to 26. The drive featured successive chunk gains, including a 7-yard catch by Barner and a pair of tackle-busting runs.
Turning Point #4: Vikings’ Fourth-Down Failures (Multiple Points)
Twice in the second and third quarters, Minnesota turned the ball over on downs inside Seattle territory. Each failed attempt gave the Seahawks short fields and additional opportunities to build their lead, compounding the visitors’ frustration and mismanagement.
What Do the Stats Tell Us About Vikings vs Seahawks?
| STAT | Vikings | Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 252 | 398 |
| Passing Yards | 176 | 233 |
| Rushing Yards | 76 | 165 |
| 3rd Down Conversion % | 3/13 (23%) | 8/17 (47%) |
| Red Zone Efficiency | 0/2 | 2/4 |
| Turnovers | 4 | 2 |
| Time of Possession | 26:10 | 33:50 |
The Seahawks dominated on both sides: efficient conversions on third down, over 6.0 yards per play, and a plus-two turnover margin. Minnesota’s attack crumbled under pressure, turning the ball over four times and coming up empty on both red zone attempts. Seattle’s balanced yardage and control of possession enabled the defence to stay aggressive and fresh. The Vikings, meanwhile, tallied just 2.9 yards per rush and failed to break a play over 20 yards all evening.
What Does This Result Mean for Vikings and Seahawks’ Season?
Seattle’s win advances them to 9-3, maintaining their NFC West lead and furthering a bid for a high playoff seed. Their defence’s suffocating, turnover-driven performance positions them as a unit to watch. The win also provides strong home confidence ahead of a critical late-season run. For Minnesota, falling to 4-8 pushes them further from a realistic Wild Card push; red zone struggles, quarterback instability, and ball security issues all loom. Key injuries in the secondary and at left tackle continue to expose flaws as the division slips away.
What Are the Betting Angles for Vikings and Seahawks’ Next Games?
Vikings Next: vs Washington Commanders (7 Dec, 18:00 UK)
Minnesota returns home facing Washington’s unpredictable secondary. With T.J. Hockenson’s volume and Jordan Addison’s consistency, Vikings’ prop-over markets for receptions may profile well if Seattle’s pass rush was the primary issue here. Washington’s own turnover issues could tip the Vikings DST into play for builder selections with Paddy Power and Sky Bet.
Seahawks Next: at Atlanta Falcons (7 Dec, 18:00 UK)
Seattle travels to face Atlanta in a pivotal NFC clash. Walker and Charbonnet’s ground dominance should factor: the Falcons’ run defence (bottom tier in recent weeks) profiles as vulnerable to repeat chunk gains, making rushing lines and touchdown scorer markets attractive. Seattle’s defence has posted 10 turnovers in four weeks—consider the INT markets against Atlanta’s mistake-prone quarterback group. Find the latest odds and builder markets at Paddy Power and Sky Bet.
Frequently Asked Questions: Vikings vs Seahawks
What was the final score of Vikings vs Seahawks?
The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Minnesota Vikings 26-0 on 30 November 2025 at Lumen Field.
Who was the MVP of Vikings vs Seahawks?
Zach Charbonnet (RB, Seahawks) starred with 112 rushing yards and 1 touchdown, including a game-sealing 17-yard TD run. His powerful, efficient ground work led the Seahawks’ offensive dominance.
What was the turning point in Vikings vs Seahawks?
The decisive moment came in the second quarter, as Ernest Jones IV intercepted a pass by Max Brosmer and returned it 85 yards for a touchdown. This play transformed momentum and put Seattle in firm control.
When do Vikings and Seahawks play next?
The Vikings host the Commanders on 7 December at 18:00 UK time. The Seahawks travel to play the Falcons also on 7 December at 18:00 UK time.
What’s the Final Verdict on Vikings vs Seahawks?
Seattle’s performance was a masterclass in complementary football: the run game dictated pace, the passing game delivered in tight spots, and the defence forced high-leverage turnovers. Zach Charbonnet’s physicality and the defensive unit’s anticipation created a margin that allowed for clinical control throughout. For the Vikings, an inability to sustain drives, convert in the red zone, or protect the football spelled the difference. Bettors should continue to monitor Seattle’s surging defensive and ground outputs, while Minnesota’s offensive lines will be high-risk for unders and sacks prop play until QB consistency emerges.
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