In a dramatic season opener, the Seattle Seahawks triumphed over the New England Patriots 13-10, thanks in large part to backup quarterback Drew Lock who led two crucial scoring drives late in the game. The match, held on Wednesday night, marked a Super Bowl rematch as the Seahawks overcame an early injury to starter Sam Darnold.

The game started with high hopes, but quickly turned concerning as Darnold left the field due to a hip injury following a sack on the opening drive. Lock stepped in, but the Seahawks struggled offensively, managing only a field goal through the first three quarters.

As the fourth quarter unfolded, the tide turned dramatically:

• Drake Maye, last season's MVP runner-up, threw three interceptions, including a decisive pick by Josh Jobe in the end zone.
• Lock connected with Jaxon Smith-Njigba for a 45-yard touchdown on a critical fourth-and-one play, tying the game at 10-10.
• The Seahawks took the lead with a 26-yard field goal from Jason Myers after another interception by Julian Love.

Despite Maye's struggles, he managed to drive the Patriots to the red zone late in the game, only to falter with a critical mistake that sealed his fate. Post-game, Maye expressed regret over his performance, calling his three interceptions "unacceptable" and emphasizing the need for patience in play.

Head coach Mike Macdonald confirmed that Darnold's injury was not a fracture, providing a positive outlook on his recovery. As the season progresses, the Seahawks will rely on Lock to maintain their momentum following this hard-fought victory.