Seahawks Defeat Steelers 31-24 in Injury-Marred Season Opener

The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 31-17 in their second game of the 2025 NFL season, improving to 1-1 and avoiding an 0-2 start. Seattle showcased a more balanced and effective offense with quarterback Sam Darnold improving after a shaky start, finishing with 295 yards and two touchdowns, while running back Kenneth Walker led the rushing attack with 105 yards and a key touchdown. Defensively, the Seahawks pressured Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, who struggled under duress and threw two interceptions, contributing to Pittsburgh's offensive woes. Seattle's defensive front, led by players like Byron Murphy and Jarran Reed, contained the Steelers' rushing game effectively and limited star receiver DK Metcalf to just 20 receiving yards. Despite Rodgers' mobility and some flashes of skill, the Steelers struggled with poor offensive line play, questionable decision-making, and costly mistakes, including a kickoff return error that led to a Seahawks touchdown. The victory demonstrated Seattle's potential as a playoff contender while highlighting Pittsburgh's challenges on both sides of the ball.