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‘What a Weird Game’: Sam Darnold Gets Brutally Honest About Seahawks–Texans Chaos

Originally posted on Gridiron Heroics
By Angelo Guinhawa | Last updated Oct 22, 2025 9:38 PM ET

The Seattle Seahawks managed to secure a peculiar 27-19 victory over the Houston Texans in a game that left fans and players alike scratching their heads. Despite the win, quarterback Sam Darnold candidly expressed his thoughts, describing the game as “weird.” This reflection encapsulated the bizarre dynamics at play, particularly the team’s struggles with ball control, which included four turnovers.

Darnold’s performance was a mixed bag, as he contributed to the turnover woes with a fumble and two interceptions. The quarterback noted that the first half had shown promise, but the second half was marked by mistakes that nearly cost the team the game. His honesty about the team’s need to improve their ball security highlights the ongoing challenges Seattle faces, especially as they aim for consistency moving forward.

Sep 25, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) reacts against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

The game was particularly significant for the Seahawks, as they ended a 25-year streak where teams with similar turnover metrics had never won. Seattle’s defense, however, stepped up when it mattered most, forcing the Texans into seven punts and limiting their overall effectiveness. This defensive resilience proved crucial in securing the win despite the team’s offensive struggles.

Darnold acknowledged the contributions of the defense and special teams, which helped mitigate the impact of Seattle’s mistakes. The ability to win while turning the ball over four times is a rarity in the NFL and speaks to the overall competitiveness of the team’s defensive unit.

Quarterback Sam Darnold Shares His Take on Seattle Seahawks-Houston Texans Game

Oct 5, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws downfield against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Darnold expressed his thoughts about a game between his team and the Texans. This can be seen in a post shared by HawkMania on X.

#Seahawks Sam Darnold said this about the game:

“What a weird game. I can’t be turning over the all like that. But our defense and special team stepping up tonight, that was huge. Continue to learn from our mistakes and play better.”

Also said:

“At the end of the day… I got… pic.twitter.com/eGfYsv9KHP

— HawkMania (@hawkmania4) October 21, 2025

As the team looks ahead, it will need to address the issues that occured during the game. Darnold’s assessment serves as a wake-up call for the offense to enhance its execution and minimize errors in upcoming matchups.

Oct 20, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) looks to throw a pass during the first quarter against the Houston Texans at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Darnold’s candid remarks about Seattle’s performance against the Texans reflect the complexities of the game. As Seattle prepares for future challenges, learning from this “weird” win will be essential for their success in the season ahead.