The 2026 NFL season isn’t easing in, folks, it’s bursting onto the scene! Week 1 kicks off this Wednesday with an absolute blockbuster: our Seattle Seahawks taking on the New England Patriots in a Super Bowl rematch from just last season. Yeah, you heard that right. The very first game of the year, and it’s a championship do-over.
Seahawks Get a Rematch Right Out of the Gate
Can you believe it? The NFL season starts on a Wednesday, and right off the bat, we get our Seahawks in the biggest opening statement game possible. This isn’t just any regular season opener, this is a Super Bowl rematch from 2025, and the Emerald City is absolutely buzzing for it. Forget easing into the schedule, the league clearly decided to throw us into the deep end, and honestly, we wouldn’t have it any other way. It’s time to see what our boys in blue and green are bringing to the field this year, right from the jump against the team they faced for the Lombardi trophy just months ago.
Tight End Decisions Loom Large for Fantasy Fans
While all eyes are on that epic kickoff, a lot of you out there are already sweating your fantasy football decisions, especially at tight end. Last season, 2025, was wild for the position. We saw historic performances from guys like Trey McBride, but also some seriously down years for others, including Brock Bowers, George Kittle, and Tucker Kraft. So, what’s that mean for Week 1 of 2026? This year’s “elite crop of TEs” is deep, which is awesome, but it’s not without its injury concerns. If you went with a late-round tight end, or even grabbed a couple of them, getting those Week 1 picks right is crucial. Our consensus rankings are out there, built for half-point per reception scoring, ready to help you nail those early calls.
So, get ready, 12s! The 2026 NFL season is upon us, kicking off with our boys in a Super Bowl rematch. It’s time to buckle up and see what this year holds for our Seahawks and for your fantasy glory!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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