The Seattle Seahawks didn’t just open their 2026 NFL season, they absolutely clawed out a 13-10 victory over the New England Patriots on Wednesday night! That’s how you start the year, Emerald City, showing everyone that early season grit is alive and well.
Grinding It Out to a Week 1 W
Man, what a way to kick things off! Our Hawks hit the field Wednesday evening, an 8:20 PM ET kickoff that had us glued to NBC and Peacock, and they delivered. A 13-10 final score tells you everything you need to know about the kind of defensive battle it was. This wasn’t some flashy blowout, it was a tough, hard-nosed win against an AFC opponent, and it sets a serious tone for Mike Macdonald’s squad. You just love to see that early season fight! Winning those close ones right out of the gate, that builds confidence and shows what this team is made of when the chips are down. It’s a statement win for the locker room and for the 12s, proving we’re ready to contend right from the jump, a crucial first step for a successful season.
The NFL Is Back and Wild
While we were celebrating our victory, the rest of the league is getting ready to jump into their own Week 1 action, and the excitement is palpable across the nation. Over in Southern California, the Los Angeles Chargers host the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, kicking off at 4:30 PM ET on CBS. Vegas has the Chargers as big favorites, between 9.5 and 10.5 points, with an over/under of 47.5. Kevin Harlan and Trent Green are on the call, bringing us all the action.
But that’s not the only game catching eyes this weekend. Thursday night brings a California clash between the San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Rams, streaming on Netflix at 8:35 PM ET. Sunday is packed with gridiron action: the Cleveland Browns visit the Jacksonville Jaguars on CBS, and the Atlanta Falcons head to the Pittsburgh Steelers on FOX, both 1:00 PM ET games. Later, at 4:25 PM ET, the Washington Commanders take on the Philadelphia Eagles, and we’ll also see the Green Bay Packers face the Minnesota Vikings, both on CBS. Sunday night finishes with a massive primetime matchup as the Dallas Cowboys visit the New York Giants on NBC/Peacock, and then Monday Night Football caps off the opening weekend with the Denver Broncos clashing with the Kansas City Chiefs on ABC/ESPN. It’s a full slate, no doubt, but none of those matter as much as our Hawks already getting that W in the bank!
Early Season Momentum is Everything
We’re only one game in, but this 13-10 victory over the Patriots is exactly the kind of momentum you want to build early in the season, showing the whole league what Seattle football is about. This win gives us that crucial early lead in the standings, a fantastic start for a team with high hopes in the playoff race. The NFL machine is officially rolling, and our Seattle Seahawks have already thrown down their marker with a performance that screams resilience. This is just the beginning, folks, and if Week 1 is any indication, it’s going to be an incredible ride for the Emerald City. Get ready for more!
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Originally reported by Revenge of the Birds.
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