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Seattle hosts New England for NFL season opener on Wednesday

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Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Seattle hosts New England for NFL season opener on Wednesday

Summary

The Seattle Seahawks host the New England Patriots this Wednesday at 8:20 p.m. ET to begin the 2026 NFL season. This matchup serves as a rematch of Super Bowl LX, where the Seahawks secured a 29-13 victory in February. Seattle maintains a 10-1 record against AFC opponents under coach Mike MacDonald. The Patriots seek to improve their offensive production following the acquisition of A.J. Brown and the return of a healthy Will Campbell on the offensive line. New England remains focused on addressing pass rush concerns that persisted during their previous meeting. The game is scheduled for broadcast on NBC and Peacock.

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•The NFL season opens Wednesday with the Patriots at the Seahawks.
•Seattle defeated New England 29-13 in Super Bowl LX.
•Mike MacDonald holds a 10-1 record against AFC teams as Seahawks coach.
•A.J. Brown joins the New England roster for the season opener.
•The game is televised on NBC and Peacock at 8:20 p.m. ET.

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