Patriots fall to Seahawks 13-10 in season opener on September 9

The New England Patriots lost to the Seattle Seahawks 13-10 on September 9 in Seattle, starting their 2026 season on a disappointing note. The match saw a close competition, highlighted by a minus-3 turnover differential for the Patriots. Notable plays included quarterback Drake Maye's three interceptions, which proved critical in the fourth quarter. The Patriots struggled to establish a solid running game, as Rhamondre Stevenson accumulated just 51 rushing yards. In terms of receiving, A.J. Brown sustained a high-ankle sprain and was ruled out during the game. Following this loss, the Patriots face a challenging road ahead to improve their performance.

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