The Seattle Seahawks are 5-2, and they look like one of the best teams in the NFL heading into their bye week. They have the second-best record in football, and while they trail in the NFC West by way of a Week 1 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, they've since morphed into a dominant team in all three phases.

Seahawks receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba was protected by an NFL official after getting caught in a scuffle on the Texans sideline during Monday's game.

Darnold and the offense actually got off to a hot start with two quick touchdowns in the first quarter that helped Seattle jump out to a 14-0 lead. From there, the Seahawks just held on for dear life. This game probably would have turned into a blowout win for the Seahawks if not for their four turnovers, which kept Houston in it.

Following a fourth-quarter interception by Texans cornerback Derek Stingley Jr., Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba chased him out of bounds. Stingley stiff-armed Smith-Njigba's helmet off, and the Seahawks wide receiver responded with a slight extra push on the sidelines.

The Seattle Seahawks are seeking their second-straight victory against an AFC South opponent in the Houston Texans. This rare matchup between these teams will take place on Monday Night Football, where the Seahawks own the NFL's record for best win percentage all-time at .705.

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The Seattle Seahawks have beaten the Houston Texans 27-19 to cap tonight’s “Monday Night Football” doubleheader. The Seahawks led wire-to-wire despite losing the turnover battle 4-1. Jaxon Smith-Njigba had the standout performance with eight catches for 123 yards and one touchdown.

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The Seahawks have gotten off to a great start to the season, led by their defense and surprisingly an undrafted LB as well.