Seahawks overcome quarterback injury to defeat Patriots in season opener

The Seattle Seahawks began their 2026 season with a 13-10 win over the New England Patriots on Wednesday. Seattle lost starting quarterback Sam Darnold to injury during their opening series, forcing Drew Lock into the game. Despite a 10-0 deficit early on, the Seahawks offense rallied behind wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, who finished with 122 yards on eight catches and a touchdown. The Seahawks defense secured the victory by forcing three interceptions against Patriots quarterback Drake Maye in the fourth quarter, including a final stop by Josh Jobe in the end zone. The Seahawks move to a 1-0 record and prepare for a game against the Arizona Cardinals next week.

• 12:28 PMYahoo Sports — Seahawks 13, Patriots 10: Drake Maye picked off 3 times in 4th quarter