The Seattle Seahawks emphatically cemented their position at the top of the NFC West after routing the Arizona Cardinals 30-18 in a game that sent a clear signal to their division rivals. The Seahawks' running game, which had been under the microscope due to underperformance, found its groove in absence of Ken Walker III, sidelined by calf and ankle injuries. Zach Charbonnet stepped up, carving out a career-high 134 rushing yards and two touchdowns, contributing to a season-high 176 rushing yards for the Seahawks, as reported by FOX 13 Seattle.

In a game rife with strategic plays, rookie cornerback Coby Bryant intercepted Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray, marking his second pick-off against Murray this season. According to Sports Illustrated, Bryant's previous interception resulted in an impressive 69-yard pick-six. This defensive prowess kept the Cardinals at bay, even as they edged closer to narrowing the scoring gap. The Seahawks' offensive line also merits praise, particularly right tackle Abraham Lucas and right guard Sataoa Laumea, who paved the way for Charbonnet's 51-yard touchdown sprint – the team's longest rush of the season to date.

Further contributing to the Seahawks' ground game dominance, Kenny McIntosh's efforts combined with Charbonnet's reached a collective 121 rushing yards in the first half alone, overshadowing Walker’s previous season-high of 103 rushing yards, as noted by Seahawks Wire. This impressive performance indicates a thriving adaptability in the Seahawks' offensive strategies, compensating for the absence of their primary running back with a no-less formidable ground assault.

Looking ahead, the Seahawks face a critical junction in their season as they prepare to host the Green Bay Packers, currently sitting at a 9-4 record, in a primetime game at Lumen Field on the evening of December 15. With the Los Angeles Rams hot on their heels after accruing two consecutive wins, Seattle is mindful that each victory counts, especially when pitted against the NFC's leading teams. The upcoming match-up promises to be a pivotal battle in determining the Seahawks' playoff prospects, with regional supremacy hanging in balance.