Seahawks defeat Patriots 13-10 in NFL season opener

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Seahawks defeat Patriots 13-10 in NFL season opener
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The Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 13-10 on Wednesday night at Lumen Field in a rematch of Super Bowl LX. Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold exited the game with a hip injury after only five plays, leaving backup Drew Lock to lead the offense. New England failed to capitalize on the quarterback change, struggling to gain momentum as the offense appeared ineffective. Patriots receiver A.J. Brown also left the game due to an ankle injury. The game remained close until a late interception thrown by Maye to Josh Jobe sealed the outcome for Seattle. Head coach Mike Vrabel faced immediate criticism from fans and observers for the Patriots' offensive play-calling throughout the contest.

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  • The Seattle Seahawks won 13-10 against the New England Patriots.
  • Sam Darnold left the game with a hip injury in the first quarter.
  • Drew Lock finished the game at quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks.
  • A.J. Brown sustained an ankle injury during the matchup.
  • Maye threw an interception to Josh Jobe in the final minute of play.
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  • 5:02 AMYahoo Sports‘This Is on the Coaching,’ ‘What a Butcher Job’ — NFL World Turns On Patriots HC Mike Vrabel for ‘Brutally Conservative’ Game Plan vs. Seahawks
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Just five plays into Wednesday night’s Super Bowl LX rematch between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks, Sam Darnold went down with a hip injury. The Seahawks quarterback didn’t return to the field, giving rise to a fair bit of concern.

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