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Seahawks struggle in preseason opener against Cowboys, losing 17-7

Field Gulls • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 2:00 PM

Last updated Aug 17, 2026

Seahawks struggle in preseason opener against Cowboys, losing 17-7
Summary

The Seattle Seahawks faced the Dallas Cowboys on August 17, 2026, in their preseason opener, suffering a 17-7 defeat. The game was marked by penalties, blown assignments, and miscommunication, highlighting disjointed play from Seattle. The performance may impact roster decisions as the team evaluates players based on snap counts. Future practices will be crucial for the Seahawks as they aim to improve ahead of the regular season.

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  • •Seahawks lost to Cowboys 17-7 in preseason opener.
  • •Game featured significant penalties and miscommunication for Seattle.
  • •Seattle aims to address performance issues in upcoming practices.
  • •Snap counts will be crucial for player evaluation moving forward.
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Sometimes, it’s the snaps you don’t get that could determine your roster fate.

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