In Days of Our Lives recap for September 17, 2025, we dive into the emotional rollercoaster unfolding in Salem. Relationships are tested, secrets are revealed, and the drama continues to unfold as characters struggle with personal and family challenges. Here’s everything that happened in the latest episode!
Marlena Confronts Brady Over Rachel and Kristen’s Strain
Marlena returns home to find Brady taking care of Rachel’s toothbrush, and naturally, she can’t help but question the situation. Brady assures her everything is under control, but the tension is palpable as they discuss Rachel’s struggle with her mother’s absence.
Marlena warns Brady to be careful not to push Rachel too hard. After all, six years is a lifetime for a child, and Marlena knows that damage can be long-lasting when it comes to strained relationships with parents.
Days of Our Lives Recap: Steve and Kayla’s Tense DNA Drama
Steve’s attempt to get help from Kayla for a DNA test is met with resistance. As a doctor with high ethical standards, Kayla refuses to run the test, despite Steve’s insistence. Instead, she directs him to handle the matter himself, giving him the tools to order a test independently.
In a shady turn of events, Steve hands over a toothbrush to Kayla, and the two proceed like they’re involved in some covert operation. With an air of secrecy, they drop the envelope at the lab, leaving us all wondering what this test might reveal.
Chad’s Lies and Family Secrets
Chad continues to cover up his true feelings about Cat Greene, telling his son Thomas that they’re just friends. But it’s obvious to everyone (especially to viewers) that there’s more to their relationship. Meanwhile, Chad tries to deflect when Thomas questions him further, and it seems like Chad might be keeping more than one secret. With Cat still very much a part of his life, how long can Chad keep up the facade?
Days of Our Lives Recap: EJ Plays His Cards Close to His Chest
In a calculated move, EJ plays his usual game of manipulation, getting closer to Cat Greene. While they share a lighthearted conversation about her design taste, it’s clear that EJ has more on his mind than just their professional relationship.
As he subtly tries to recruit Cat into his plans for the free clinic, he reveals his ulterior motive: he wants something personal from her, and he’s not afraid to use his charm to get it. Cat, however, plays it cool, leaving us all wondering what will happen next between these two.
Xander and Sarah Face Their Issues
Xander’s strained relationship with Sarah takes center stage as he struggles to forgive her for lying about the fraud and not trusting him about Philip. However, a vulnerable moment between the two brings them closer together.
Xander admits that he can forgive Sarah, but his unease about Philip and the family’s ongoing issues remains. It’s clear that while they might be on the path to reconciliation, there’s still a lot of emotional baggage that needs to be dealt with.
Days of Our Lives Recap: Sarah and Brady’s Unexpected Conversation
Sarah finds herself sitting with Brady at the bistro, where they discuss the ongoing chaos surrounding Titan and DiMera Enterprises. As they exchange information about the potential fallout of the business’s troubles, it becomes clear that their personal lives are just as complicated as their professional ones. Brady, caught in a whirlwind of family issues, worries about the fate of his company. Meanwhile, Sarah can’t help but reflect on her own tumultuous relationship with Xander.
In a heartwarming moment, Xander attends a session with Marlena, where he admits that he might finally be seeing a light at the end of the tunnel for his relationship with Sarah. While he’s proud of how he’s handling the mess with Philip and the fraud lawsuit, it’s clear that the road ahead will not be easy. Still, Marlena offers some reassurance, and for the first time in a long while, Xander allows himself to believe that his relationship with Sarah could have a chance.
In Days of Our Lives recap for September 17, 2025, we saw family secrets, emotional confrontations, and the beginning of potential reconciliations. While Xander and Sarah seem to be finding their way back to each other, other relationships, like Brady’s with Rachel, remain tense. As the drama continues to unfold in Salem, we can only wait to see what happens next. Keep coming back to Soap Opera Daily for more updates like such.