Seahawks defeat Patriots 13-10 in NFL season opener at Lumen Field
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Last updated Sep 11, 2026
The Seattle Seahawks opened their 2026 season with a 13-10 victory over the New England Patriots on Wednesday at Lumen Field. Prior to kickoff, the teams held a somber tribute for the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks, featuring a guitar performance of the national anthem by Seattle native Mike McCready. During the game, Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold exited with a hip injury, prompting backup Drew Lock to lead the offense. Lock connected with Jaxon Smith-Njigba for a pivotal fourth-quarter touchdown to secure the win. The Patriots struggled with three late turnovers, including three interceptions by quarterback Drake Maye. The victory gives the Seahawks a 1-0 record to start the season, while the Patriots drop to 0-1 ahead of their next matchup against Pittsburgh.
- •The Seahawks defeated the Patriots 13-10 at Lumen Field on Wednesday.
- •Backup quarterback Drew Lock threw a 45-yard touchdown pass to Jaxon Smith-Njigba.
- •Patriots quarterback Drake Maye finished the game with three interceptions.
- •Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold left the game early due to a hip injury.
- •The Seahawks travel to Arizona and the Patriots host Pittsburgh for Week 2.
- 3:15 AMYahoo Sports — Guitar Solo Anthem Highlights NFL’s 9/11 Tribute as Seahawks Edge Patriots
- 2:00 AMFox News — NFL's Week 1 9/11 tribute begins in Seattle with wild guitar solo during national anthem - Fox News
"Before a single snap was taken at Lumen Field, the spotlight belonged to a Seattle rock legend. The Seahawks welcomed the New England Patriots back for a rematch of their February Super Bowl LX clash, but this pregame moment carried weight far beyond the scoreboard. A hushed stadium and a guitar set the stage for […] The post Guitar Solo Anthem Highlights NFL’s 9/11 Tribute as Seahawks Edge Patriots appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
"The Seattle Seahawks honored 9/11's 25th anniversary with a moment of silence before Pearl Jam's Mike McCready delivered a grunge-style anthem.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 11, 2026, 3:15 AMGuitar Solo Anthem Highlights NFL’s 9/11 Tribute as Seahawks Edge Patriots
Before a single snap was taken at Lumen Field, the spotlight belonged to a Seattle rock legend. The Seahawks welcomed the New England Patriots back for a rematch of their February Super Bowl LX clash, but this pregame moment carried weight far beyond the scoreboard. A hushed stadium and a guitar set the stage for […] The post Guitar Solo Anthem Highlights NFL’s 9/11 Tribute as Seahawks Edge Patriots appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
- Fox NewsSep 10, 2026, 2:00 AMNFL's Week 1 9/11 tribute begins in Seattle with wild guitar solo during national anthem - Fox News
The Seattle Seahawks honored 9/11's 25th anniversary with a moment of silence before Pearl Jam's Mike McCready delivered a grunge-style anthem.
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