Patriots lead Seahawks 7-0 in the second quarter of regular season opener

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Patriots lead Seahawks 7-0 in the second quarter of regular season opener
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The New England Patriots hold a 7-0 lead over the Seattle Seahawks midway through the second quarter of their season opener. Rookie tight end Eli Rairdon caught a 2-yard touchdown pass from Drake Maye to cap a 10-play, 77-yard drive. The scoring opportunity was set up by a pass interference penalty drawn by AJ Brown against Josh Jobe. Maye has completed 7-of-8 passes for 44 yards and added 20 rushing yards on four carries. Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold is currently questionable to return to the game after sustaining a hip injury on the team's opening possession. Backup quarterback Drew Lock has entered the contest in Darnold's place as the game remains in progress.

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  • Eli Rairdon caught a 2-yard touchdown pass to give the Patriots a 7-0 lead.
  • Drake Maye has completed 7-of-8 passes for 44 yards through the middle of the second quarter.
  • Sam Darnold is questionable to return with a hip injury.
  • Drew Lock has replaced Darnold at quarterback for the Seahawks.
  • AJ Brown recorded two catches for 12 yards in his Patriots debut.
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  • 1:12 AMYahoo SportsPatriots take 7-0 lead on Drake Maye 2-yard touchdown pass
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The Patriots have scored the first touchdown of the 2026 season.

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