Seattle Seahawks defeat New England Patriots in season opener

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Seattle Seahawks defeat New England Patriots in season opener
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The Seattle Seahawks started their season with a 13-10 victory over the New England Patriots on Wednesday night. Playing without starting quarterback Sam Darnold, the Seahawks utilized Drew Lock, who finished the game 16-of-22 for 187 yards and a touchdown. Safety Julian Love anchored the defense by recording an interception of Patriots quarterback Drake Maye that set up the decisive field goal. Receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba contributed eight receptions for 122 yards and the team’s only touchdown of the night. Seattle faced challenges with discipline, committing 10 penalties for 98 yards, which included negating a Cooper Kupp touchdown. The Seahawks move to a 1-0 record to begin their title defense as the team monitors the status of Darnold's hip.

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  • Seattle finished with a 13-10 victory against New England.
  • Drew Lock completed 16-of-22 passes for 187 yards and one touchdown.
  • Jaxon Smith-Njigba recorded eight catches for 122 yards and a touchdown.
  • The Seahawks committed 10 penalties for a total of 98 yards.
  • Julian Love recorded a key late-game interception of Drake Maye.
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