Our Seahawks just kicked off the season with a clutch 13-10 victory over the New England Patriots, and if you weren’t glued to the screen, you missed a statement game. It was a gritty, hard-fought battle, the kind that shows you exactly what this team is made of right out of the gate.
Early Statement for the Emerald City!
Man, did that win feel good! When the scoreboard flashed that 13-10 final, every 12s heart swelled. We all saw the trending news, the buzz about the “Pats blow it vs. Seahawks,” and yeah, New England definitely left points on the field. But let’s be real, our boys capitalized on every chance, grinding out that win. This wasn’t some flashy blowout, it was a Week 1 gut check, a defensive showdown, and our Seahawks proved they can hang tough and finish strong. Getting that ‘W’ against a team like the Patriots, especially when they blew their chances, that sends a clear message across the league: the Emerald City is here to play. This early momentum? It’s everything for setting the tone for September.
Across the League: Ravens Navigating Early Injury Headaches
While our guys were busy making statements, other teams are already dealing with some early season drama. Over in Baltimore, the Ravens are trying to sort out their own Week 1 roster puzzle before they face the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday. In a bit of a departure from John Harbaugh’s usual routine, they skipped a full practice on Thursday, opting for a walkthrough instead. But the big news for them is wide receiver Zay Flowers. He got upgraded to a full participant on their estimated injury report, which is a massive relief for their receiving corps. He was limited Wednesday with a hamstring injury, so moving to full participant puts him firmly on track to play, barring any last-minute setbacks. That’s a huge swing for their offense.
However, it’s not all clear skies for the Ravens. They’ve still got some serious concerns brewing. Linebacker Teddye Buchanan was a limited participant for the second day in a row with a knee injury. And defensive tackle Nnamdi Madubuike, a crucial piece of their front, was also limited again due to a neck injury. Madubuike’s availability is a gigantic question mark, especially with Jonathan Taylor and that powerful Colts rushing attack coming to town. Don’t forget, this guy missed the final 15 games of the 2025 season, so his progression is one of their most significant Week 1 storylines. Plus, wide receiver Devontez Walker was listed as limited for the second straight day with a groin injury, which could impact their receiving rotation and special teams plans. The good news for Baltimore is no players were listed as nonparticipants at all, but they’re definitely holding their breath for Friday’s practice and those final injury designations to see who’s truly ready for Sunday’s opener in Indianapolis.
So, while Baltimore is sweating over injury reports, we’re still buzzing from that incredible Seahawks win. What a way to kick off the season! Our boys showed grit, determination, and a refusal to back down. This is just the beginning, 12s, and with that kind of fight, you know it’s going to be an exciting ride. Get ready, because the Emerald City is wide awake!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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