8 snap count observations from Seahawks win over Patriots

Key Points:

• The Seattle Seahawks overcame a 10-0 third quarter deficit to defeat the New England Patriots 13-10 in the 2026 NFL season opener despite losing QB Sam Darnold early and missing key defensive starters.
• Seattle's defense forced three crucial interceptions and stopped penalties late in the game, while Drew Lock led the offense to score the final 13 points.
• On offense, the Seahawks relied heavily on four WR/TE targets—Jaxon Smith-Njigba, A.J. Barner, Cooper Kupp, and Rashid Shaheed—with Brady Russell receiving a career-high 17 snaps as the new fullback.
• Rookie running backs Jadarian Price and George Holani split carries, with Holani taking on pass protection duties in Charbonnet's absence, while Emanuel Wilson had minimal snaps but was on the field for Seattle’s only touchdown.
• Defensively, Rodney Thomas II played nearly every snap after being called up from the practice squad, contributing to the comeback, while Josh Jobe secured the CB2 role and Nehemiah Pritchett saw significant nickel cornerback play.