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Seahawks Open Season vs Patriots, New OC Takes Play-Calling

5/16/2026

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The Seattle Seahawks begin the 2026 NFL season on Sept. 9 against the New England Patriots.
Seattle’s schedule includes six prime-time games—the most since 2000—and two Monday night appearances.
Head coach Sean Payton will delegate play-calling to first-year offensive coordinator Davis Webb.
The NFL season opens on Sept. 10 with the Rams playing the 49ers in Melbourne, Australia.
Super Bowl LXI will be held on Feb. 14, 2027 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.

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The Seattle Seahawks begin the 2026 NFL season on Sept. 9 against the New England Patriots.
Seattle’s schedule includes six prime-time games—the most since 2000—and two Monday night appearances.
Head coach Sean Payton will delegate play-calling to first-year offensive coordinator Davis Webb.
The NFL season opens on Sept. 10 with the Rams playing the 49ers in Melbourne, Australia.
Super Bowl LXI will be held on Feb. 14, 2027 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.