Seahawks seal comeback win over Patriots in dramatic start to 2026 NFL season

10 Sep 2026 • 3:51 PM MYT
The Independent
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Seahawks seal comeback win over Patriots in dramatic start to 2026 NFL season

  • The Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 13-10 in a Super Bowl rematch to cap off their championship banner-raising night, recovering from an early 10-0 deficit.
  • Starting quarterback Sam Darnold exited the game in the first quarter with a hip injury, though head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed initial tests showed no broken bones.
  • Backup quarterback Drew Lock stepped in to direct two late fourth-quarter scoring drives, highlighted by a crucial 45-yard touchdown pass to receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba on fourth-and-1.
  • Seattle’s defense dominated the final period, intercepting Patriots quarterback Drake Maye three times in the fourth quarter to turn the tide of the match.
  • Defensive back Josh Jobe sealed the victory for the Seahawks by recording a toe-tapping interception in the end zone during the final minute of the game.

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