Champs vs Underdogs: Seahawks vs Patriots | Seattle Seahawks News

Seattle Seahawks, the reigning Super Bowl champs, face the under-the-radar New England Patriots in a wild NFL opener. Despite dominating last season with a 191-point scoring edge, Seattle’s star-studded past is overshadowed by roster changes — including the loss of offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak and the quiet rise of QB Sam Darnold, whose calm demeanor draws comparisons to Joe Montana. Meanwhile, the Patriots, who shocked the league last year with a backup QB run to the Super Bowl, quietly upgraded their roster with A.J. Brown and remain a formidable force — even as off-season drama and tougher matchups loom. This clash pits a team seeking respect against one quietly building momentum — setting the stage for a season-defining showdown. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ca4e1ac21ac38f6a