Seahawks news: What makes Jaxon Smith-Njigba's 4th-down TD even more mind-blowing

The Seattle Seahawks secured an incredible comeback victory in their season opener against the New England Patriots, overcoming a 3-0 deficit to win 13-10. A crucial moment in the game was Jaxon Smith-Njigba's 45-yard touchdown reception in the fourth quarter. Seahawks quarterback Drew Lock revealed that the play was not something they had practiced beforehand.

Lock noted, "It is like a classic football play, but no, definitely never ran it." Smith-Njigba was the third read in the play and caught it when New England's quarterback Sam Darnold was injured during the opening drive. Smith-Njigba's performance was vital, as he contributed 122 of Seattle's 200 receiving yards and scored the team's only touchdown.

The Seahawks' defense also played a significant role, intercepting New England quarterback Drake Maye three times in the second half, effectively neutralizing the Patriots' offense. Lock explained that the team could afford to move the ball at a slower pace, focusing on getting the ball into Smith-Njigba's hands. The Seahawks can now take a breather before their Week 2 game against Arizona.