Our Seattle Seahawks are kicking off the 2026 NFL season at home on Wednesday, September 9, hosting the New England Patriots in an 8:20 p.m. ET Super Bowl rematch on NBC. Yes, you read that right: Wednesday! The defending champs are making history, as this marks only the third time in NFL history a Super Bowl rematch opens the season, and the first since 2016. Get ready, 12s, because Lumen Field is about to be rocking as we raise our second Super Bowl banner!
Defending Champs, Under the Radar? Not For Long
After culminating their magical season last year with a Super Bowl victory, the second in franchise history, you’d think the Emerald City would be getting all the national attention. But nope, it feels like our Seahawks are flying under the radar, with other teams snagging more hype. That’s fine by us, right? Let them sleep. Our boys are ready to prove them wrong, starting with this huge opener. This unusual Wednesday kickoff, happening because of a separate Thursday game in Australia on September 10, means the season is starting as late as it possibly could, with the first Sunday not until September 13. It is also the second time the Seahawks have hosted an opening game, dating back to 2014 when we defeated the Green Bay Packers to kick off our first defending championship season. That’s a legacy we’re building!
Division Rivals and Conference Battles
While the AFC looks wide open after some surprising results in 2025, the NFC is shaping up to be a brutal battleground. Many teams believe they have a shot at making a run to the Super Bowl in Los Angeles this season. And speaking of battles, our division rivalry with the Los Angeles Rams is already heating up. They’ve assembled what some are calling the league’s most talented team after snagging pass rusher Myles Garrett in a trade. The Rams and Seahawks played three tightly contested games last year, and you know they’ll be bringing that heat again. Week 1 even sees the Rams playing the 49ers on Thursday, September 10, all the way in Melbourne, Australia, which means we get to watch our rivals try to get a jump on the season far, far away. The rest of Week 1 is stacked too, with 14 other games spread across Sunday, September 13, including matchups like the Vikings vs. Packers and Chargers vs. Car at 4:25 p.m. ET.
What To Look Forward To
This Wednesday night showdown against the Patriots is more than just a season opener; it is a statement. We’re raising a banner, we’re kicking off the NFL season, and we’re doing it as reigning champions. Get ready to yell, get ready to cheer, and get ready for another incredible season of Seahawks football. This early season form, the player performances, and those crucial early trends are going to set the tone. Our boys are about to remind everyone in the league exactly who they are. Go Hawks!
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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