Seahawks vs. Broncos: Denver Holds Off Seattle’s Late Rally in 14–11 Thriller | Game Recap, Top Highlights & Player Stats
Every scoring play
Q1
6:31
Seattle — Jason Myers, 55-yard field goal
Myers connected from long range to give the Seahawks an early 3–0 lead.
Score: SEA 3–0 DEN
Q2
12:52
Denver — J.K. Dobbins, 4-yard rushing touchdown
Dobbins punched the ball into the end zone, and Wil Lutz added the extra point to put Denver in front.
Score: DEN 7–3 SEA
Q2
5:15
Denver — RJ Harvey, 1-yard rushing touchdown
Harvey finished the drive with a short rushing score. Lutz converted the extra point, extending Denver's advantage to 11.
Score: DEN 14–3 SEA
Q4
5:41
Seattle — George Holani, 1-yard rushing touchdown
Seattle made a late push as Holani crossed the goal line. Sam Darnold then connected with Rashid Shaheed on the two-point conversion to bring the Seahawks within three.
Final score: DEN 14–11 SEA
Game recap: Denver's defense holds off Seattle
The Denver Broncos secured a hard-fought 14–11 victory over the Seattle Seahawks in a low-scoring Thursday night matchup. Denver's two second-quarter rushing touchdowns proved decisive, while Seattle's late fourth-quarter rally made the finish tense at Empower Field at Mile High.
Seattle opened the scoring with Jason Myers' 55-yard field goal, but Denver answered with touchdown runs from J.K. Dobbins and RJ Harvey. Those two scores gave the Broncos a 14–3 halftime advantage.
The Seahawks struggled to find the end zone until George Holani scored on a one-yard rush late in the fourth quarter. Sam Darnold completed the two-point conversion to Rashid Shaheed, cutting the deficit to three points. Seattle's comeback ultimately fell short, and Denver held on for the win.
Top highlights
1. Myers connects from 55 yards
Seattle's kicker gave the Seahawks an early lead with a long-range field goal, showcasing his leg strength.
2. Dobbins powers Denver ahead
Dobbins' four-yard touchdown run put Denver in front, providing the spark for the Broncos' second-quarter scoring surge.
3. Harvey extends the lead
Harvey's one-yard touchdown capped another Denver scoring drive and gave the home team a 14–3 advantage.
4. Seattle makes a late push
Holani's fourth-quarter touchdown and Darnold's successful two-point pass to Shaheed brought Seattle within a field goal. The rally made the closing minutes interesting, but Denver held on.
Player stats: top performers
The following statistics reflect the reported game figures; some passing and receiving totals may differ across live score updates.
Star player spotlight: J.K. Dobbins
J.K. Dobbins — Denver Broncos
Dobbins was one of Denver's most important offensive contributors. His second-quarter touchdown helped shift the momentum in the Broncos' favor, and his physical running style helped Denver establish its ground game.
His impact was about more than the final numbers: the ability to finish a short-yardage drive with a touchdown gave Denver breathing room in a game where every point mattered.
Dobbins' performance highlighted the value of a dependable running game. In a close contest, converting red-zone opportunities into touchdowns can be the difference between winning and losing.
Team stats and what decided the game
Denver's biggest advantage was its ability to score touchdowns. Seattle moved the ball for stretches but managed only one touchdown and a field goal. The Broncos also avoided the turnover recorded against Seattle, helping them protect their narrow lead.
What this means going forward
For Denver, the win demonstrated the importance of a balanced offensive approach and red-zone efficiency. Dobbins and Harvey provided the finishing power, while the defense did enough to prevent Seattle's late rally from becoming a comeback victory.
For Seattle, the late touchdown was encouraging, but the offense will need to start faster and convert more possessions into touchdowns. Darnold and the receiving corps will be looking to improve their consistency as the regular season continues.
Final verdict
The Broncos won a defensive battle by executing when it mattered most. Dobbins and Harvey supplied the touchdowns, and Denver's defense survived a late Seattle push to secure the 14–11 victory.
Final: Denver Broncos 14, Seattle Seahawks 11.
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