The Seahawks Defeat The Patriots In First NFL Regular Season Game

Drake Maye threw three interceptions including one with just seconds left in the game when he attempted to throw a touchdown pass for the win.

The first game of the NFL regular season kicked off Wednesday night in a Super Bowl LX rematch.

The Seattle Seahawks opened the 2026 NFL season with a comeback victory against the New England Patriots.

In the first half, Seattle’s quarterback Sam Darnold was ruled out after suffering a hip injury on the opening drive. Drew Lock went in as the backup QB.

The Patriots held a 7-0 lead at halftime before a field goal gave them a 10-0 lead. The Seahawks went on to tie the score 10 up before kicking a field goal to lead 13-10.

During the active second half, Drake Maye threw three interceptions including one with just seconds left in the game when he attempted to throw a touchdown pass for the win which was picked off by Seattle sealing the 13-10 victory after Seattle took a knee.