The Seattle Seahawks made a critical error during their game against the Arizona Cardinals on Thursday night when an interception turned into a fumble due to a collision with their own teammate. This mistake occurred in the first quarter as quarterback Kyler Murray attempted a pass to second-year wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr., but the ball landed in the hands of Seahawks defensive back Coby Bryant. However, Bryant ran into his teammate, linebacker Tyr’tice Knight, causing the ball to be fumbled. The Cardinals recovered the ball, resulting in a new set of downs and eventually a field goal, giving Arizona an early lead.
The incident sparked social media reactions, highlighting the team’s defensive struggles. Despite this costly error, the Seahawks managed to take a 14-3 lead into halftime, showcasing a mix of offensive performance and defensive lapses. Kyler Murray was 12-for-19 with 67 passing yards, while quarterback Darnold was 8-for-10 with 123 passing yards and a touchdown pass to A.J. Barner. Running back Zach Charbonnet also scored a touchdown with about a minute before the end of the second quarter.
Arizona’s Trey McBride led the team in receiving with five catches for 39 yards, contributing to their early advantage. The game’s first quarter mishap underscored the importance of teamwork and the potential consequences of defensive lapses in high-stakes football. The Seahawks’ ability to recover and maintain a lead by halftime indicates a resilient team despite the early setbacks.