Seahawks hold 7-3 lead over Cowboys at halftime of preseason opener

The Seattle Seahawks lead the Dallas Cowboys 7-3 at halftime of their first preseason game on August 16, 2026. Seattle scored on their opening drive but struggled to find the end zone on three subsequent drives. Key performances included Jalen Milroe showing significant improvement in decision-making and control of the offense, while the defensive front faced considerable challenges against Dallas players. Both teams are expected to adjust and strategize for the second half.

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