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Seahawks defense shows potential to improve over last year's historic season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 1:05 PM

Last updated Sep 16, 2026

Seahawks defense shows potential to improve over last year's historic season
Summary

The Seattle Seahawks are eyeing an even stronger defensive performance in the 2026 season after a successful 2025 campaign. The team retained most starters and reports suggest they have enhanced speed and cohesiveness. Seattle's defense, historically lauded in 2025, may not yet be at full strength. Their Week 1 victory against the New England Patriots showcased their promising early form. The Seahawks face the Arizona Cardinals in their next matchup, as they aim to build on their 1-0 start.

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  • •Seahawks defense is returning most starters from last season.
  • •Reports indicate enhanced speed and unity in the current squad.
  • •Seattle won their Week 1 game against the Patriots.
  • •Upcoming match against Arizona could test their continued improvement.
  • •Players like Leonard Williams are key to their defensive strategy.
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  • 1:05 PMYahoo Sports — Pre-Snap Reads: The 2026 Seahawks D could be better than last years
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If you think about it long and hard enough, it’s not too wild of a notion.

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