Seahawks defense struggles with injuries ahead of Chiefs matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 22, 2026, 11:53 PM
Last updated Oct 22, 2026

The Seattle Seahawks are set to face the unbeaten Kansas City Chiefs on October 26, 2026, amidst significant injury concerns on their defense. The Seahawks have lost consecutive games and currently hold a 3-3 record, placing them outside playoff contention. Key defensive players, including linebacker Drake Thomas and linemen Demarcus Lawrence and Uchenna Nwosu, are dealing with injuries that could affect their performance. Despite the struggles, the Seahawks' run defense has performed well, but will be tested by Chiefs running back Kenneth Walker, who leads the league in rushing yards. Seattle aims to rebound against a strong Kansas City team that boasts a 5-0 record and a formidable offense led by Patrick Mahomes.
- •Seahawks face Chiefs on October 26, 2026.
- •Seattle has a 3-3 record after two straight losses.
- •Drake Thomas, Demarcus Lawrence, and Uchenna Nwosu are injured.
- •Chiefs' Kenneth Walker leads NFL in rushing yards.
- •Kansas City remains unbeaten at 5-0.
- 11:53 PMYahoo Sports — Seahawks defense ailing ahead of matchup against Chiefs
"Seattle faces an uphill battle in Week 7 as they face one of the best teams in NFL while dealing with a litany of injuries.
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