Seahawks and Patriots prepare for Super Bowl LX rematch in Week 1

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Last updated Sep 3, 2026

Seahawks and Patriots prepare for Super Bowl LX rematch in Week 1
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The Seattle Seahawks host the New England Patriots to open the 2026 NFL season. This game serves as a rematch of Super Bowl LX, which the Seahawks won 29-13. The matchup highlights the return of the individual contest between Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez. During their previous meeting in the championship game, Gonzalez held Smith-Njigba to four receptions for 27 yards on 10 targets while recording three pass breakups. Seahawks pass catchers Cooper Kupp and AJ Barner led the team’s offensive production in the Super Bowl, with Barner recording the team's only passing touchdown. Gonzalez enters the new season playing under his existing contract, while the Seahawks look to build on their championship performance starting in Week 1.

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  • Seattle Seahawks play New England Patriots in the 2026 season opener.
  • The Seahawks won Super Bowl LX by a 29-13 score.
  • Christian Gonzalez earned an 86.8 coverage grade against Jaxon Smith-Njigba in the title game.
  • Smith-Njigba finished the championship game with 27 receiving yards on four receptions.
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  • 1:03 PMYahoo SportsJaxon Smith-Njigba vs. Christian Gonzalez will be must-watch in Week 1
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The rematch between Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez will be must-watch in Week 1.

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