NFL Season Kicks off Tonight in Seattle

Let's get this bad boy started!

The 2026 NFL season is upon us, and it all begins this evening when the reigning Super Bowl Champion Seattle Seahawks take on the New England Patriots. It will be a rematch of last season's Super Bowl, and it's only the second time since the NFL implemented the Thursday night opener begin with the reigning champion taking on the same team they defeated in the Big Game.

The last time that happened was 2016 when the Broncos faced off with the Panthers in a rematch of Super Bowl 50.

Chances are good the Seahawks, led by quarterback Sam Darnold will crush a Patriots team that has had an off-season full of distractions. We'll see.

Meanwhile back here in New York City, the Jets and Giants are preparing for Sunday's games, with moderately high expectations for the upcoming season.

Can John Harbaugh turn around the Giants? Will Jaxson Dart come into his own? Can the Giants stay healthy offensively? Will Arvell Reese have an immediate impact?

Can Aaron Glenn keep his job with the Jets? Has Woody Johnson changed as an owner? Will Geno Smith be the Geno Smith we saw in Seattle? Can the Jets defense force an interception?

These are the questions that will linger all season for both clubs. In the meantime check out our vlog of predictions!

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