Seahawks defense identifies X-factors ahead of Cardinals matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 1:03 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026

The Seattle Seahawks are preparing for their Week 2 matchup against the Arizona Cardinals. Following a 13-10 victory over the New England Patriots, the Seahawks defense aims to capitalize on potential advantages against a Cardinals offense that scored 26 points in its opener against the Los Angeles Chargers. Key players identified as X-factors include Byron Murphy II, who recorded three pressures in Week 1, Julian Love, who led the defense with an interception and an elite grade, and Nehemiah Pritchett, who excelled with 25 receiving yards allowed and an interception. The game is set for Sunday.
- •Seahawks defense performed well in Week 1 against the Patriots.
- •Cardinals offense scored 26 points in their opening win.
- •Byron Murphy II has matchup advantages against the Cardinals.
- •Julian Love had a standout performance in Week 1 with an interception.
- •Nehemiah Pritchett recorded an interception and strong coverage against the Chargers.
- 3:00 PMYahoo Sports — 3 potential X-factors for the Seahawks offense at Cardinals in Week 2
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"Identifying three potential X-factors for the Seattle Seahawks' offense versus the Arizona Cardinals in Week 2.
"Identifying three potential X-factors for the Seattle Seahawks' defense versus the Arizona Cardinals in Week 2.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 3:00 PM3 potential X-factors for the Seahawks offense at Cardinals in Week 2
Identifying three potential X-factors for the Seattle Seahawks' offense versus the Arizona Cardinals in Week 2.
- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 1:03 PM3 potential X-factors for the Seahawks defense at Cardinals in Week 2
Identifying three potential X-factors for the Seattle Seahawks' defense versus the Arizona Cardinals in Week 2.
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