Seahawks fans rank 49ers as toughest early season opponent
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 13, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jun 13, 2026
A recent SB Nation Reacts survey reveals Seattle Seahawks fans consider the San Francisco 49ers their toughest early-season matchup. In the poll, 63% of fans singled out the Week 5 game against the 49ers at Lumen Field as the most challenging among Seattle's first five games. This clear preference highlights the significance of the rivalry within the competitive NFC West division, despite the Seahawks' status as defending Super Bowl champions. Additionally, fans are preparing for a demanding start to the season, facing off against notable opponents like the Chargers and Patriots in the early weeks.
- •63% of fans view the 49ers as the toughest early opponent.
- •Seahawks open the season against the Patriots on a banner night.
- •The stretch includes tough matchups against the Chargers and 49ers.
- •Road games against the Commanders and Cardinals received minimal concern.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — SBNation Reacts results: Seahawks fans say 49ers are toughest early matchup
"Seattle opens 2026 with a tough stretch, but fans clearly view the 49ers as the biggest early test..
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