Seattle Seahawks vs New England Patriots Match Player Stats
Seattle Seahawks vs New England Patriots match player stats tell the story of a tightly contested 13-10 NFL Week 1 game decided by late execution, defensive pressure, and three Seattle interceptions. The Seahawks finished the September 10, 2026 matchup with a 1-0 record after overcoming a 10-0 deficit. New England controlled important stretches of the game, but Seattle produced the decisive fourth-quarter response.
The final score was Seattle 13, New England 10. The Patriots scored seven points in the second quarter and added a field goal in the third. Seattle remained scoreless through halftime, scored three points in the third quarter, and then added 10 points in the fourth to complete the comeback.
For readers looking beyond the final score, the player numbers reveal an even more interesting game. Drake Maye completed 23 of 33 passes for 178 yards, one touchdown, and three interceptions. Drew Lock completed 16 of 22 passes for 187 yards, one touchdown, and no interceptions. Jaxon Smith-Njigba was the standout offensive player, catching eight passes for 122 yards and one touchdown.
The official NFL game center also records Seattle’s 13-10 Week 1 victory over New England. NFL official game center
Seattle Seahawks vs New England Patriots Match Player Stats at a Glance
| Category | New England Patriots | Seattle Seahawks |
| Final Score | 10 | 13 |
| Q1 | 0 | 0 |
| Q2 | 7 | 0 |
| Q3 | 3 | 3 |
| Q4 | 0 | 10 |
| Passing Yards | 178 | 188 |
| Rushing Yards | 109 | 97 |
| Receiving Yards | 178 | 200 |
| Passing TDs | 1 | 1 |
| Interceptions Thrown | 0 by team | 0 by team |
| Defensive INTs | 0 | 3 |
| Sacks | 2 | 3 |
| Team Tackles | 52 | 74 |
| Field Goals | 1/1 | 2/2 |
One important distinction stands out immediately. Neither team threw an interception according to the passing statistics shown in the supplied team totals, but Seattle’s defense recorded three interceptions of Drake Maye. Those takeaways became the defining statistical advantage of the contest.
Seattle also produced more receiving yardage, more tackles, more sacks, and all three defensive interceptions.
Game Summary and Scoring Breakdown
The game was played on September 10, 2026, during NFL Week 1. Seattle entered the matchup at home, while New England played its first regular-season game on the road.
The opening quarter ended 0-0. Neither offense could turn its early possessions into points, creating a defensive tone from the beginning.
New England finally broke through in the second quarter. The Patriots scored seven points and carried a 7-0 advantage into halftime. Their offense did enough to establish control, while Seattle struggled to generate points.
The third quarter produced three points for each side. New England added a field goal, extending its advantage to 10-0. Seattle answered with a field goal of its own, making the score 10-3.
The fourth quarter completely changed the direction of the game.
Seattle scored 10 unanswered points. That included a touchdown from Jaxon Smith-Njigba and additional scoring from kicker Jason Myers. Seattle’s defense also forced critical turnovers during the second half.
The final score was 13-10, giving Seattle a 1-0 record and leaving New England at 0-1.
Quarter-by-Quarter Score
| Quarter | Patriots | Seahawks |
| First | 0 | 0 |
| Second | 7 | 0 |
| Third | 3 | 3 |
| Fourth | 0 | 10 |
| Total | 10 | 13 |
The scoring pattern shows why the game cannot be properly understood from first-half statistics alone. New England had the early advantage, but Seattle finished much stronger.
Drake Maye Passing Performance
Drake Maye completed 23 of 33 passes for 178 yards. He averaged 5.4 yards per attempt and recorded one touchdown.
His biggest statistical problem was turnovers.
Maye threw three interceptions, and all three came at critical points in the game. His passer rating was 54.9, while his QBR was listed at 57.9.
| Statistic | Drake Maye |
| Completions | 23 |
| Attempts | 33 |
| Completion Rate | 69.7% |
| Passing Yards | 178 |
| Average | 5.4 |
| Touchdowns | 1 |
| Interceptions | 3 |
| Sacks | 3 |
| Sack Yards | 10 |
| QBR | 57.9 |
| Passer Rating | 54.9 |
Maye’s completion percentage looks respectable at first glance. Completing 23 of 33 attempts represents a completion rate of about 69.7%.
However, completion percentage does not account for the value of turnovers. Three interceptions dramatically changed the effectiveness of his passing performance.
The Patriots also recorded 178 receiving yards, matching Maye’s passing yardage. That indicates a relatively balanced distribution of the team’s aerial production.
Maye was also productive as a runner. He carried the ball seven times for 47 yards, averaging 6.7 yards per carry. His longest run covered 16 yards.
That rushing production was valuable because it gave New England another way to move the football when passing opportunities became difficult.
Drew Lock’s Efficient Performance
Drew Lock delivered one of the most efficient performances in the game.
He completed 16 of 22 passes for 187 yards. He averaged 8.5 yards per attempt, threw one touchdown, and did not throw an interception.
His listed passer rating was 113.3.
| Statistic | Drew Lock |
| Completions | 16 |
| Attempts | 22 |
| Completion Rate | 72.7% |
| Passing Yards | 187 |
| Average | 8.5 |
| Touchdowns | 1 |
| Interceptions | 0 |
| Sacks | 1 |
| Sack Yards | 7 |
| QBR | 79.6 |
| Passer Rating | 113.3 |
Lock’s 8.5 yards per attempt was significantly higher than Maye’s 5.4. That difference helps explain why Seattle generated more passing efficiency despite completing fewer passes.
Lock also contributed 13 rushing yards on two attempts. His longest run was 14 yards.
The supplied data also shows Sam Darnold completing one of two passes for 13 yards before leaving the game. His passing line included no touchdown and no interception.
Seattle’s overall passing total was 17 completions on 24 attempts for 188 yards, one touchdown, and no interceptions.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba Was the Offensive Difference-Maker
The clearest individual offensive standout was Jaxon Smith-Njigba.
He caught eight passes for 122 yards and one touchdown on 11 targets. His average was 15.3 yards per reception, and his longest reception went for 45 yards.
| Statistic | Jaxon Smith-Njigba |
| Receptions | 8 |
| Targets | 11 |
| Receiving Yards | 122 |
| Average | 15.3 |
| Touchdowns | 1 |
| Long Reception | 45 yards |
Smith-Njigba accounted for a huge portion of Seattle’s receiving production.
Seattle’s receivers combined for 200 yards. Smith-Njigba alone produced 122, meaning he accounted for 61% of the team’s receiving yardage.
That is a major indicator of offensive concentration.
When a receiver produces more than half of his team’s receiving yards, defenses have to account for him on almost every important passing situation. Yet Smith-Njigba still created explosive plays.
His 45-yard reception was also the longest catch recorded by either team.
Cooper Kupp Added Efficient Yardage
Cooper Kupp caught two passes for 35 yards on three targets.
His 17.5 yards per reception was even higher than Smith-Njigba’s average, although his volume was much lower.
| Seattle Receiver | Receptions | Targets | Yards | Average | TD |
| Jaxon Smith-Njigba | 8 | 11 | 122 | 15.3 | 1 |
| Cooper Kupp | 2 | 3 | 35 | 17.5 | 0 |
| Brady Russell | 2 | 2 | 20 | 10.0 | 0 |
| AJ Barner | 2 | 2 | 13 | 6.5 | 0 |
| Jadarian Price | 2 | 2 | 6 | 3.0 | 0 |
| Rashid Shaheed | 1 | 2 | 4 | 4.0 | 0 |
The distribution shows that Seattle relied heavily on Smith-Njigba while still getting useful contributions from Kupp and its supporting targets.
Patriots Receiving Leaders
New England’s passing attack was more evenly distributed.
Mack Hollins led the Patriots with 51 receiving yards on four catches. Rhamondre Stevenson followed with five receptions for 44 yards.
| Patriots Receiver | Receptions | Targets | Yards | Average | TD |
| Mack Hollins | 4 | 5 | 51 | 12.8 | 0 |
| Rhamondre Stevenson | 5 | 6 | 44 | 8.8 | 0 |
| Hunter Henry | 3 | 3 | 26 | 8.7 | 0 |
| A.J. Brown | 3 | 3 | 26 | 8.7 | 0 |
| DeMario Douglas | 5 | 7 | 20 | 4.0 | 0 |
| Lan Larison | 2 | 2 | 9 | 4.5 | 0 |
| Eli Raridon | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2.0 | 1 |
| Romeo Doubs | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
The Patriots had 23 receptions for 178 yards and one touchdown.
Eli Raridon recorded New England’s only receiving touchdown. He caught his only target for two yards.
DeMario Douglas tied Stevenson for the team lead in receptions with five, but his average of four yards per catch limited the impact of those catches.
Mack Hollins provided New England’s highest receiving yardage total at 51 yards.
Rushing Statistics and Ground Game Analysis
The rushing numbers were relatively close.
New England ran the ball 31 times for 109 yards, averaging 3.5 yards per carry. Seattle had 22 rushing attempts for 97 yards and averaged 4.4 yards per carry.
This creates an interesting contrast.
New England had more rushing volume and more total rushing yards. Seattle, however, produced better efficiency per attempt.
Patriots Rushing
Rhamondre Stevenson led New England’s rushing attack with 18 carries for 51 yards.
| Patriots Runner | Carries | Yards | Average | TD | Long |
| Rhamondre Stevenson | 18 | 51 | 2.8 | 0 | 12 |
| Drake Maye | 7 | 47 | 6.7 | 0 | 16 |
| Corey Kiner | 6 | 11 | 1.8 | 0 | 7 |
| Team | 31 | 109 | 3.5 | 0 | 16 |
Maye’s 6.7 yards per carry was the best average among New England’s listed runners.
Stevenson’s 18 attempts show that the Patriots tried to establish the running game, but his 2.8-yard average indicates that Seattle generally limited the effectiveness of those carries.
Seahawks Rushing
Jadarian Price led Seattle with 10 carries for 52 yards.
| Seahawks Runner | Carries | Yards | Average | TD | Long |
| Jadarian Price | 10 | 52 | 5.2 | 0 | 13 |
| George Holani | 8 | 29 | 3.6 | 0 | 9 |
| Drew Lock | 2 | 13 | 6.5 | 0 | 14 |
| Emanuel Wilson | 2 | 3 | 1.5 | 0 | 3 |
| Team | 22 | 97 | 4.4 | 0 | 14 |
Price’s 5.2-yard average was an important positive for Seattle.
The Seahawks did not need an overwhelming rushing total to win. Instead, their better efficiency helped them maintain offensive balance while their defense created opportunities.
Seattle’s Defense Created the Winning Margin
The most important part of the Seattle Seahawks vs New England Patriots match player stats may be the defensive turnover column.
Seattle intercepted Drake Maye three times.
Nehemiah Pritchett recorded one interception and returned it 30 yards. Julian Love recorded another interception, while Josh Jobe also picked off a pass.
| Seattle Defender | Tackles | Sacks | TFL | PD | INT |
| Ernest Jones IV | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Drake Thomas | 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Josh Jobe | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Nehemiah Pritchett | 6 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| Julian Love | 6 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Uchenna Nwosu | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Devon Witherspoon | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Leonard Williams | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Derick Hall | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Seattle finished with 74 team tackles, 44 solo tackles, three sacks, nine tackles for loss, six passes defended, and three interceptions.
That defensive production was the backbone of the comeback.
Ernest Jones IV Led Seattle in Tackles
Ernest Jones IV recorded 13 tackles, including eight solo tackles.
That was the highest tackle total for either team.
His performance was particularly important in a game where New England attempted to sustain a physical rushing and short-passing approach.
Drake Thomas added nine tackles and one sack.
Julian Love recorded six tackles, two tackles for loss, one pass defended, and one interception.
Nehemiah Pritchett also recorded six tackles and two passes defended along with his interception.
The defensive statistics show that Seattle did not rely on one player. The winning performance came from multiple levels of the defense.
Patriots Defense Kept the Game Close
Although New England lost, its defense produced enough pressure to keep the Seahawks from scoring freely.
The Patriots recorded 52 team tackles, 38 solo tackles, two sacks, three tackles for loss, two passes defended, and six quarterback hits.
Robert Spillane led New England with eight tackles.
| Patriots Defender | Tackles | Sacks | TFL | PD | QB Hits |
| Robert Spillane | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Craig Woodson | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kevin Byard | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Marcus Jones | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Christian Elliss | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Gabe Jacas | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Carlton Davis III | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Milton Williams | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Christian Gonzalez | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
Christian Gonzalez recorded one sack and four quarterback hits, giving him the highest quarterback-hit total among the listed Patriots defenders.
Christian Elliss added one sack and two tackles for loss.
The Patriots defense therefore provided meaningful resistance even though the offense could not protect its late lead.
Turnovers Were the Defining Statistical Difference
The turnover battle is the clearest way to understand the final result.
New England’s defense recorded no interceptions.
Seattle’s defense recorded three.
That is a three-turnover advantage for the Seahawks.
Seattle also had no fumbles listed, while New England also had no fumbles.
This means the decisive turnover difference came entirely through interceptions.
Maye’s three interceptions became especially costly because the Patriots had already built a 10-0 lead.
A team can survive one turnover. Three interceptions are much harder to overcome in a low-scoring game.
This is why the passing lines should not be evaluated only by completion percentage or total yardage.
Maye completed nearly 70% of his passes, but the three interceptions significantly reduced the value of those completions.
Lock completed fewer passes but protected the football and finished with a 113.3 passer rating.
Special Teams Statistics
Special teams also contributed to the final scoring margin.
Jason Myers was perfect for Seattle, converting two field goals on two attempts. His longest successful field goal was 30 yards, and he also made his only extra-point attempt.
| Kicker | Field Goals | Long | Extra Points | Points |
| Jason Myers | 2/2 | 30 | 1/1 | 7 |
| Andy Borregales | 1/1 | 50 | 1/1 | 4 |
Andy Borregales was also perfect, making his only field-goal attempt from a long distance of 50 yards and converting his extra point.
Seattle therefore received seven kicking points, while New England received four.
Return Game
Rashid Shaheed returned three kickoffs for 80 yards, averaging 26.7 yards per return. His longest kickoff return was 30 yards.
He also returned one punt for nine yards.
New England’s Kyle Williams returned two kickoffs for 58 yards, while Lan Larison returned two for 49 yards.
The Patriots finished with 107 kickoff return yards compared with Seattle’s 80.
Therefore, New England had the advantage in kickoff return yardage, but Seattle’s defensive turnovers and late offensive production outweighed that special teams edge.
Punting Comparison
Mitch Wishnowsky punted four times for 177 yards for New England. His average was 44.3 yards, with three punts inside the 20-yard line.
Michael Dickson punted five times for Seattle for 227 yards. He averaged 45.4 yards and also placed three punts inside the 20.
| Punter | Punts | Yards | Average | Inside 20 | Long |
| Mitch Wishnowsky | 4 | 177 | 44.3 | 3 | 46 |
| Michael Dickson | 5 | 227 | 45.4 | 3 | 50 |
Both punters produced useful field-position work.
Dickson had the slightly higher average and longer punt, while both teams recorded three punts inside the opponent’s 20-yard line.
What the Player Stats Say About the Game
The most useful way to analyze this matchup is to connect individual numbers with the final result.
Seattle did not dominate every category.
New England had:
- More rushing attempts
- More total rushing yards
- More kickoff return yards
- A seven-point halftime lead
- A productive rushing performance from Drake Maye
Seattle had:
- More passing yards
- More receiving yards
- Better passing efficiency
- More tackles
- More sacks
- Three interceptions
- A perfect field-goal record
- A 10-point fourth quarter
That final category was decisive.
The Seahawks were held scoreless in the first half but did not allow the deficit to define the game.
Instead, they improved their scoring output late while their defense continued to create pressure and turnovers.
Why Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s 122 Yards Mattered
Smith-Njigba’s performance deserves special attention because his 122 yards came on only eight receptions.
His 15.3 yards per catch demonstrates that Seattle was not simply using him for short possession throws.
He generated explosive yardage.
His 45-yard long reception was also the largest individual receiving play in the game.
In a contest decided by three points, explosive plays can have an outsized impact.
Smith-Njigba’s production also gave Seattle a reliable target when the offense needed to change momentum.
His one touchdown directly contributed to the comeback.
Why Maye’s Three Interceptions Mattered More Than His 178 Yards
Maye’s 178 passing yards were not an insignificant total.
He completed 23 passes and also rushed for 47 yards.
The issue was efficiency under pressure and decision-making at important moments.
Three interceptions gave Seattle additional possessions and prevented New England from converting its early advantage into a winning finish.
The supplied statistics also show that Maye was sacked three times.
Seattle’s defense therefore created pressure through both sacks and interceptions.
That combination is especially difficult for an offense to overcome.
Seattle’s Fourth-Quarter Turnaround
Seattle entered the fourth quarter trailing 10-3.
The Seahawks then scored 10 unanswered points.
That fourth-quarter output was almost as much as their entire previous scoring total combined.
The comeback shows the importance of late-game execution.
Seattle’s offense became more productive, while the defense continued to make New England’s possessions increasingly difficult.
This is also why looking only at the halftime score would provide an incomplete picture of the game.
The final 15 minutes completely changed the outcome.
Team Statistical Comparison
| Statistic | New England | Seattle |
| Passing | 178 yards | 188 yards |
| Rushing | 109 yards | 97 yards |
| Receiving | 178 yards | 200 yards |
| Total Offensive Yardage* | 287 | 285 |
| Passing TD | 1 | 1 |
| Rushing TD | 0 | 0 |
| Interceptions Thrown | 0 listed in team passing line | 0 |
| Defensive Interceptions | 0 | 3 |
| Sacks | 2 | 3 |
| Tackles | 52 | 74 |
| Field Goals | 1/1 | 2/2 |
| Final Score | 10 | 13 |
*Passing and rushing totals are shown separately from the supplied statistical data. The table is intended as a direct comparison of those categories.
One of the most interesting points is how close the basic yardage totals were.
New England produced 287 combined passing and rushing yards from the supplied categories.
Seattle produced 285.
That is almost identical.
Yet Seattle won.
This reinforces a central lesson from the matchup: yardage alone does not determine a football game.
Turnovers, scoring efficiency, field position, and late-game execution can matter more than raw volume.
Key Players From the Match
Seattle Seahawks
Jaxon Smith-Njigba: 8 receptions, 122 yards, 1 touchdown.
Drew Lock: 16 completions on 22 attempts, 187 yards, 1 touchdown, 0 interceptions.
Jadarian Price: 10 carries, 52 yards.
Ernest Jones IV: 13 tackles.
Nehemiah Pritchett: 6 tackles, 2 passes defended, 1 interception.
Julian Love: 6 tackles, 2 tackles for loss, 1 interception.
Josh Jobe: 6 tackles, 1 pass defended, 1 interception.
Jason Myers: 2/2 field goals and 1/1 extra point.
New England Patriots
Drake Maye: 23 completions on 33 attempts, 178 yards, 1 touchdown, 3 interceptions.
Rhamondre Stevenson: 18 carries for 51 yards and 5 receptions for 44 yards.
Mack Hollins: 4 receptions for 51 yards.
DeMario Douglas: 5 receptions for 20 yards.
Robert Spillane: 8 tackles.
Christian Gonzalez: 2 tackles, 1 sack, 4 quarterback hits.
Christian Elliss: 3 tackles, 1 sack, 2 tackles for loss.
Andy Borregales: 1/1 field goal and 1/1 extra point.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Seahawks vs Patriots game?
The Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 13-10 in the Week 1 matchup on September 10, 2026.
Who was the leading receiver for Seattle?
Jaxon Smith-Njigba led Seattle with eight receptions for 122 yards and one touchdown. His longest reception was 45 yards.
How many interceptions did Drake Maye throw?
Drake Maye threw three interceptions. Seattle defenders Nehemiah Pritchett, Julian Love, and Josh Jobe each recorded one interception.
How many passing yards did Drew Lock have?
Drew Lock completed 16 of 22 passes for 187 yards, one touchdown, and no interceptions.
Who led the game in tackles?
Seattle linebacker Ernest Jones IV led all listed players with 13 tackles, including eight solo tackles.
Which team had more rushing yards?
New England had more rushing yards, finishing with 109 on 31 attempts. Seattle had 97 rushing yards on 22 attempts.
Conclusion
The Seattle Seahawks vs New England Patriots match player stats show a game where the final result was shaped by much more than total yardage.
New England established a 10-0 lead and produced 109 rushing yards. Drake Maye completed 23 passes and added 47 rushing yards. Rhamondre Stevenson led the rushing attack, while Mack Hollins led the team in receiving yards.
Seattle answered with better passing efficiency, 200 receiving yards, three defensive interceptions, and a dominant fourth quarter.
Drew Lock protected the football while throwing for 187 yards and one touchdown. Jaxon Smith-Njigba delivered the game’s biggest receiving performance with 122 yards and a touchdown. Ernest Jones IV led the defensive effort with 13 tackles.
The three interceptions were ultimately the most important statistical difference. Seattle turned defensive opportunities into a comeback, while New England could not protect its early advantage.
The result was a 13-10 Seattle victory and a 1-0 start to the regular season.
