The New England Patriots know who they'll open up the 2026 season against.
Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins makes a catch to score a touchdown against Seattle Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolen during the fourth quarter in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium.
Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn ImagesBarstool Sports' Kirk Minihane and later confirmed by Jordan Schultz , the Patriots will travel to the Pacific Northwest to play the Seattle Seahawks in Week 1. Scheduled on Wednesday, Sept. 9 at Lumen Field, the Patriots will be in the building toThe Patriots have never opened up a regular season against the Seahawks, but are no strange to playing them early in the year.
In 2020, they traveled to Seattle for a Week 2 matchup, and in 2024, the Seahawks came to Gillette Stadium for a Week 2 matchup.. In recent seasons, they kicked off the regular season with games against the Pittsburgh Steelers and Kansas City Chiefs . Both of those came as the Patriots unveiled their Super Bowl banners from the year prior. This will be the opposite.
Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks tight end AJ Barner runs against New England Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane during the first quarter in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images | Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images The Seahawks trounced the Patriots in Super Bowl LX last February, racing out to a 19-0 lead before pulling away to win, 29-13.
Drake Maye didn't have his best game, but showed signs of life late. Ultimately, it wasn't enough and the Seahawks won their second championship in franchise history. Several changes will have been made from the last time these two teams faced off. The Patriots added offensive firepower, including first round offensive tackle Caleb Lomu and free agent wide receiver Romeo Doubs.
Seattle drafted Notre Dame running back Jadarian Price with the 32nd overall pick in this year's draft, replacing Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker, who left in free agency to sign with the Chiefs.2026 schedule will be released in full on May 14 , and the Patriots will have a better understanding about how this fall and winter will shape up for the defending AFC champions. Make sure you bookmark New England Patriots on SI for the latest news, exclusive interviews, film breakdowns, and so much more!
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