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Seahawks may influence how teams approach Maye and Patriots' offense

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 11:15 AM

Last updated Sep 15, 2026

Seahawks may influence how teams approach Maye and Patriots' offense

Summary

The Seattle Seahawks' recent tactics against New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye in Super Bowl LX and the 2026 regular season opener are prompting speculation that other NFL teams may adopt similar strategies. Following these games, the Pittsburgh Steelers will likely implement this approach in their Week 2 matchup. Maye had a standout 2025 season but faced challenges in the playoffs, particularly with defenses utilizing Cover 6, a strategy that Seattle effectively exploited. Analysts expect that this blueprint could be pivotal for rival teams as they prepare for their encounters with the Patriots throughout the season.

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Key Details

•Maye's impressive 2025 season included a 14-3 record and franchise records for completion percentage.
•In Super Bowl LX, the Seattle Seahawks effectively countered Maye's strengths.
•Teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers are expected to mimic Seattle's strategies in their next game.
•Maye's playoff performance dropped significantly against top defenses using Cover 6.

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What they're saying

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Drake Maye and the New England Patriots’ repeated struggles against the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX and Week 1 of the 2026 regular season may inspire other teams to employ similar tactics, beginning with the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 2.
— Yahoo Sports

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