NFL analysts preview Week 1 games and share season performance trends
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 9, 2026, 4:00 AM
Last updated Sep 9, 2026
The NFL season officially reaches its kickoff weekend with a slate of games including a Wednesday night matchup between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks. Analysts Matt Harmon and Ray Garvin identified 10 data points regarding player and team performance expectations for the opening week. The preview covers various team lineups and historical trends, noting that teams scoring 30 points in their opening game frequently maintain momentum. Additionally, the broadcast noted that Baker Mayfield signed a three-year contract extension with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Discussion points also include the defensive metrics for the Arizona Cardinals and the target distribution for receiving corps in Indianapolis and Jacksonville. The analysis highlights that week-to-week volume remains a primary indicator of long-term performance for players during the season.
- •The New England Patriots play the Seattle Seahawks on Wednesday night.
- •Baker Mayfield signed a three-year extension with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
- •Analysts suggest Week 1 volume serves as a stronger performance predictor than touchdowns.
- •Teams scoring 30 points in Week 1 statistically demonstrate higher season consistency.
- 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — Week 1 data dump: Smash starts for kickoff weekend
"Week 1 is finally here and Matt Harmon and Ray Garvin are back every Tuesday for another season of Data Dump'. The two share 10 data points you need to know heading into Week 1 and identify players and teams that could have massive outputs on kickoff weekend. The two also preview the Wednesday night game between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks.
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