Buffalo Bills Steamroll Seattle Seahawks in a Show of Resilience

Josh Allen, the indomitable powerhouse behind the Buffalo Bills, launched two touchdown passes, leading the team to a decisive 31-10 victory over the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. Despite his first interception of the season, the Bills remained unswayed, showcasing their strength with James Cook’s 117-yard rush and two touchdowns. The Bills (6-2) now lead the AFC East with their third consecutive win.

Meanwhile, the Seahawks struggled to maintain composure as tensions flared among their defensive linemen on the sideline. Allen completed 24 of his 34 passes for 283 yards, extending his interception-free streak to 300 passes before Josh Jobe ended it in the second quarter.

Allen’s Leadership Keeps Bills in Control

Allen’s response to the interception was a masterclass in resilience and leadership. He orchestrated a 12-play, 93-yard drive culminating in a 12-yard touchdown pass to Dalton Kincaid, pushing the Bills ahead 14-3. The Bills’ opening 90-yard, 14-play advancement ended with a 2-yard touchdown pass from Allen to Keon Coleman. This marked the first time since 2022 that a team achieved two 90-yard touchdown drives in a half, matching Carolina’s feat against Detroit.

The Bills dominated the field, outgaining the Seahawks by a staggering 445 yards to 233. They also controlled the ball for over 38 minutes, reflecting their dominance.

Seahawks Struggle to Find Footing

The Seahawks, with Geno Smith completing 21 of 29 passes for 212 yards, struggled to maintain their offensive line. With a meager 32-yard rush and a sole touchdown in the game’s dying moments, they were largely ineffective. Their coach, Mike Macdonald, conceded that they were outplayed and outcoached, underscoring the need for a swift turnaround.

Seattle’s missteps were further highlighted in the second quarter when they had the opportunity to level the score. A botched shotgun snap by their center, Connor Williams, resulted in a fumble that Kenneth Walker III recovered, but the Seahawks had to settle for a 38-yard field goal by Jason Myers.

Buffalo Bills’ Defense Stands Strong

While the Bills’ offense was impressive, their defense was equally commendable. They limited the Seahawks to just one yard rushing in the first half, their second-best defensive performance this century. Buffalo’s defense also managed to intercept a screen pass from Smith, which led to another touchdown by Cook, pushing the score to an insurmountable 24-3.

Looking Ahead

The Bills’ next challenge is the Miami Dolphins, who they’ll host on Sunday. The Seahawks, on the other hand, will try to regain their footing when they host the Los Angeles Rams. As the NFL season progresses, the Bills look well-positioned to extend their winning streak, while the Seahawks will need to regroup and rebound from their recent setbacks.