The game between the Washington Commanders and Seattle Seahawks takes place this Sunday, November 2, 2025, at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland. The match, valid for Week 9 of the NFL, starts at 10:20 pm and marks the return of quarterback Jayden Daniels to the Commanders after injury. The Seahawks, with a record of 5 wins and 2 losses, are looking to maintain their lead in the NFC West, while the Commanders, at 3-5, are trying to break a streak of three consecutive setbacks. The live broadcast takes place on NBC in the United States, with streaming options via Peacock and NFL+ for international fans.
The teams face each other in a clash of different conferences, with the Seahawks as favorites at the bookmakers’ -3 point line. Coach Dan Quinn, of the Commanders, prioritizes offensive recovery, while Mike Macdonald, of the Seahawks, reinforces a defense that leads the league in rushing yards given up, with just 75.7 per game. The expectation involves the clash between the secondary, where the Seahawks recorded two recent interceptions of Coby Bryant.
- Main highlights of the clash:
- Daniels’ return could increase the Commanders’ attack by 20% in races.
- Seattle’s defense allows just 19.4 points per game on average.
- Recent history favors Washington in regular confrontations.
Probable team formation
The Commanders’ lineup reflects adjustments following their loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in Week 8, played on October 27. Daniels vreturns to command the attack, with Brian Robinson Jr. on the runs after 68 yards in the last game. Terry McLaurin is out with a quadriceps injury, making room for Dyami Brown and Jahan Dotson at reception.
On the defensive side, Frankie Luvu leads the way with 59 tackles on the season, supported by Daron Payne on the line. The likely lineup includes:
- QB: Jayden Daniels
- RB: Brian Robinson Jr., Austin Ekeler
- WR: Dyami Brown, Jahan Dotson, Olamide Zaccheaus
- TE: Zach Ertz
- OL: Sam Cosmi, Tyler Biadasz,
The Seahawks, coming off their victory over the Houston Texans on October 30, maintain the foundation that generated 316 total yards in the last matchup. Geno Smith passes to Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who has 196 receiving yards on the season, while Kenneth Walker III rushes for 430 yards and three touchdowns.
The defense, with Ernest Jones and 3 interceptions, focuses on pressuring the opposing quarterback. The likely lineup is:
- QB: Geno Smith
- RB: Kenneth Walker III, Zach Charbonnet
- WR:Jaxon Smith-Njigba, DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett
- TE: Noah Fant
- OL: Charles Cross, Olu Oluwatimi, Damien Lewis
These lineups are based on injury reports released Friday, with Laremy Tunsil questionable on the hamstring for Washington.
Recent Seahawks Performance
Seattle arrives fresh from five victories in the last seven matches, including three consecutive away from home. The team outscored Houston 27-19 in Week 8, with Smith throwing for 198 yards and Walker rushing for 118.
The defense contributed with two sacks and an interception, keeping rivals below 20 points in six of seven games. Macdonald highlighted the consistency on the defensive line, which has forced three turnovers in the last two weeks.
The aerial attack, tenth in the league with 350 yards per game, depends on Smith-Njigba for short routes. Away from home, the Seahawks win by an average margin of 10 points.
Latest Commanders results
Washington has lost the three most recent games, with a cumulative score of 99 to 59 against. In Week 8, they fell 28-7 to the Daniels-less Chiefs, where the offense generated just 180 total yards.
The defense gave up 28 points for the second time in a row, with failures in covering long passes. Quinn adjusted the scheme to prioritize runs, which Robinson led with 68 yards.
At home, the Commanders score 28.7 points per game, but they give up 18.3. McLaurin’s injury reduces the offense by 15% on deep receptions.
- Recent drop:
- Week 5: Win over Chargers (3-2)
- Week 6: Loss to Bears (3-3)
- Week 7: Setback for Cowboys (3-4)
- Week 8: Loss to Chiefs (3-5)
Match history
In the last three regular meetings, Washington won two, scoring 60 points against the Seahawks’ 58. The most recent, in 2022, finished 17-14 for Seattle.
Overall, Commanders lead 13-7 in regular season games, but have lost all three playoffs played. Seattle looks to snap three-game losing streak in Landover.
The 2013 Super Bowl matchup saw the Seahawks win 43-8, with the defense forcing four interceptions.
In-Game Weather Conditions
The forecast for Landover indicates partly cloudy weather, with a temperature of 12°C at the start and winds of 10 km/h from the northwest. There is no chance of precipitation, favoring aerial plays.
Humidity is 60%, and visibility remains clear at night. These conditions benefit Seattle’s attack, which performs more on dry fields.
Where to watchalive
The national broadcast takes place on NBC, with the pre-game beginning at 7pm ET. In Brazil, the game is broadcast on ESPN and NFL Game Pass streaming.
Digital platforms include Peacock for the US and DAZN for Latin America, with English narration and subtitled options. Fans can access the official NFL app for real-time highlights.
Tickets for Northwest Stadium are still available on official websites, starting at US$79, with capacity for 67,000 fans.
