Alright, the moment is here! Today, September 5, 2026, marks the Patriots’ season-opening clash, and guess who they’re lining up against? Our Seattle Seahawks. But here’s the kicker: Patriots quarterback Drake Maye says he doesn’t view this game as some big revenge match for Super Bowl LX. Seriously? After what we did to them?
They Won The Big One: A Sweet Memory for the Emerald City
Let’s not forget what went down. Last season, our Hawks absolutely showed out in Super Bowl LX, wrapping up a commanding 29-13 win over New England. That’s right, twenty-nine to thirteen! It wasn’t just a win; it was a statement. The entire Emerald City erupted when Seattle hoisted that Lombardi Trophy. We earned that hardware, every single hard-fought yard and dominant defensive stop. The memory of that glorious victory is still fresh for every single 12s fan, and honestly, it still feels good.
Maye, speaking on Saturday, admitted as much. According to MassLive’s Mark Daniels, the Patriots QB actually said, and I quote, “They won the big one.” Just five words, but they confirm what we all know: the Seahawks were the undeniable champions. He’s not wrong. We took it to them, plain and simple, and clinched the ultimate prize. So, when he talks about this season opener, it’s hard for us to imagine him *not* having that sting in the back of his mind.
Maye Claims No Revenge, But What Does It Really Mean?
So, Maye doesn’t view today’s game as an “opportunity for revenge.” Is he trying to downplay the significance? Is it a mind game? Or does he genuinely believe that the slate is clean after such a definitive Super Bowl defeat? It’s tough to swallow, especially when you consider how utterly dominant our Hawks were. We beat them by a whopping 16 points in the biggest game of the year! Any competitive athlete would have that loss burning in their gut, especially facing the same team on opening day.
Maybe he’s just trying to take the pressure off himself and his squad. Who wants to carry the weight of “Super Bowl Revenge Game” into Week 1? But for us, for the 12s, this game is a massive reminder of our recent glory and the start of a new quest. Whether Maye is looking for revenge or not, our Hawks are stepping onto that field as defending champions against the very team they defeated. That carries its own immense weight and motivation.
This is the start of another season, and our Hawks are ready to defend their title. Today, we kick off the campaign, not just with a game, but with a statement against the team we beat for the Lombardi. You can bet our guys are fired up to start the year strong, regardless of what’s going on in the Patriots’ locker room. Let’s go, Hawks! We’re ready for another incredible run!
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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