Seattle Seahawks defeat New England Patriots in NFL season opener

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Last updated Sep 10, 2026

Seattle Seahawks defeat New England Patriots in NFL season opener
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The Seattle Seahawks began their title defense with a 13-10 victory over the New England Patriots on Wednesday night. New England quarterback Drake Maye finished the contest with one touchdown and three interceptions while passing for under 200 yards. Maye also contributed 47 rushing yards on seven carries, placing him just behind leading rusher Rhamondre Stevenson. Mack Hollins served as the primary target for the Patriots, leading the team with 51 receiving yards on four catches. Hollins recorded a key fourth-down conversion during the final drive, but the potential game-winning sequence ended with an interception by the Seattle defense. The result moves the Seahawks to 1-0 on the season while the Patriots fall to 0-1.

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  • Seattle Seahawks defeated New England Patriots 13-10 on Wednesday.
  • Mack Hollins led New England with 51 receiving yards on four catches.
  • Drake Maye recorded one touchdown and three interceptions in his performance.
  • Rhamondre Stevenson led the Patriots in rushing yards.
  • Seattle is 1-0 while New England moves to 0-1.
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Mack Hollins anchored an otherwise-dismal Patriots passing attack during Wednesday's NFL opener. Drake Maye complimented his fellow Tar Heel after.

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