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Patriots defeat Seahawks 24-22 in Madden NFL 27 simulation

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 10:44 PM

Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Patriots defeat Seahawks 24-22 in Madden NFL 27 simulation

Summary

A Madden NFL 27 simulation of the upcoming 2026 regular season opener between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks concluded with a 24-22 victory for New England. The Patriots held a 14-3 lead at halftime at Lumen Field behind touchdown passes from Drake Maye to Romeo Doubs and DeMario Douglas. TreVeyon Henderson added a rushing touchdown in the third quarter before the Seahawks mounted a second-half comeback to take the lead. Trailing late in the fourth quarter, Maye led a final drive that resulted in a game-winning field goal by kicker Andy Borregales with 14 seconds remaining. The simulation precedes the actual season opener scheduled for next Wednesday, which serves as a rematch of Super Bowl LX.

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By the Numbers

•New England defeated Seattle 24-22 in a Madden NFL 27 simulation.
•Drake Maye threw two touchdown passes and Andy Borregales kicked the game-winning field goal.
•Patriots defensive players Milton Williams and Dre'Mont Jones pressured Sam Darnold throughout the game.
•The two teams are scheduled to meet in the actual 2026 season opener next Wednesday.

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10:44 PMYahoo Sports — Madden NFL 27 simulation of Patriots-Seahawks ends in dramatic fashion

What they're saying

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If this Madden NFL 27 simulation mimics next Wednesday's Patriots and Seahawks opener, fans are in for a treat to kick-start the 2026 season.
— Yahoo Sports

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