Seahawks to Face Patriots in Super Bowl Rematch for 2026 NFL Season Opener
The National Football League has announced that the 2026 season will commence on September 9 with a highly anticipated rematch between the Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. This Wednesday night contest at Lumen Field marks the first time since 2016 that the previous year's Super Bowl participants open the new season. The scheduling adjustment accommodates the league's first regular-season game in Melbourne, Australia, featuring the San Francisco 49ers against the Los Angeles Rams on September 10. The 2026 schedule also highlights significant global expansion, including a record nine international games across seven countries and four continents. Notable additions include the NFL's inaugural regular-season game in France, where the New Orleans Saints will play the Pittsburgh Steelers at the Stade de France. Furthermore, the league is extending its holiday programming with a Thanksgiving Eve matchup and a Black Friday game. The regular season is set to conclude on January 10, 2027, culminating in the Super Bowl at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on February 14, 2027.
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