The Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 13-10 on Wednesday night at Lumen Field, with backup quarterback Drew Lock directing two late scoring drives and Seattle intercepting Drake Maye three times in the fourth quarter to flip a tense Week 1 opener.
New England carried a 10-3 lead into the final period after controlling much of a low-scoring contest, but Seattle found the answers when the game tightened. The Seahawks scored 10 unanswered points in the fourth quarter, turning a one-score deficit into a 1-0 start while sending the Patriots home at 0-1.
Seattle’s fourth-quarter turnaround
The first quarter ended scoreless, and the Patriots broke through in the second with the game’s lone touchdown before halftime. New England took a 7-0 lead into the break, then traded field goals with Seattle in the third quarter to maintain its 10-3 advantage entering the final 15 minutes.
That was when the Seahawks’ defense took control. Maye threw three fourth-quarter interceptions, each one giving Seattle either field position or a chance to reset the momentum. Lock and the Seattle offense made those opportunities count, putting together two late scoring drives to erase the deficit and take the lead.
Seattle’s final 10 points were the difference. In a game where every possession carried extra weight, the Seahawks avoided the costly mistake late and made New England pay for its turnovers. The Patriots had a chance to protect a road win, but their passing game could not escape Seattle’s pressure and coverage during the deciding stretch.
Key performers
Drew Lock was the central figure in Seattle’s comeback. The backup completed 16 of 22 passes for 187 yards and one touchdown, delivering an efficient 16/22, 187 YDS, 1 TD line. He did not need to force the ball downfield; instead, Lock kept Seattle on schedule and found enough timely completions to power the fourth-quarter rally.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba provided the game’s biggest receiving impact, catching eight passes for 122 yards and a touchdown. His 8 REC, 122 YDS, 1 TD performance accounted for nearly two-thirds of Lock’s passing yardage and gave Seattle the reliable target it needed as the offense searched for rhythm.
On the ground, Jadarian Price led the Seahawks with 10 carries for 52 yards. His 10 CAR, 52 YDS line helped Seattle maintain balance, particularly as Lock worked through the late-game drives. New England’s Maye was intercepted three times in the fourth quarter; his complete passing totals were not included in the provided game summary, but those turnovers defined the finish.
NerdSports Stat: Seattle scored all 13 of its points after halftime, including 10 in the fourth quarter, after being shut out through the first 30 minutes.
For Seattle, the victory is an encouraging opening statement built on late-game poise from Lock, a breakout-style night from Smith-Njigba, and a defense that created three decisive turnovers when it mattered most. The Seahawks will look to build on their 1-0 start when they host the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, September 20.
New England leaves Seattle with a narrow loss and a clear late-game lesson: protecting the football in the fourth quarter is essential, especially in a hostile road environment. The Patriots will aim to rebound when they visit the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, September 20, while Seattle begins the season with early momentum in the NFC West race.
Frequently Asked Questions
Seattle Seahawks defeated New England Patriots 13-10 on September 9, 2026.
Drew Lock threw for 187 yards and 1 touchdown.
No. Seattle won 13-10 in regulation.
Seattle Seahawks is now 1-0; New England Patriots is 0-1.
The Seattle Seahawks play the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, September 20, 2026 at 1:25 PM PDT.
