Patriots at Seahawks

Franchise Hub Beat · 10h ago

In a thrilling Week 1 matchup, the Seattle Seahawks narrowly defeated the New England Patriots with a final score of 34-31, kicking off the 2026 season with a hard-fought victory. Both teams were eager to start strong, but it was the Seahawks who ultimately came out on top in a game that showcased their offensive firepower.

Sam Darnold led the charge for Seattle, throwing for an impressive 336 yards and connecting with Rashid Shaheed, who racked up 129 receiving yards. The Patriots' Drake Maye kept pace with three touchdown passes, but it was Seattle's ability to move the ball effectively that proved decisive in the end. TreVeyon Henderson contributed on the ground for New England but struggled to find his rhythm, finishing with only 44 rushing yards.

Defensively, Byron Murphy II was a standout for the Seahawks, not only leading the team with three total tackles but also recording a key sack that disrupted the Patriots' momentum. Seattle's defense managed to contain New England's passing attack just enough to secure the win, particularly during a crucial fourth quarter where they forced a turnover on downs. With Kevin Byard III's two interceptions for the Patriots, it was a tightly contested battle, but in the end, Seattle's defensive effort helped seal the victory.