Evan Silva’s Matchups: Patriots at Seahawks
Establish The Run • • sports
Key Points:
- The Wednesday night game features a rematch of Super Bowl 60 between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks, with team totals set at Seahawks 24 and Patriots 20.5.
- Seahawks boast a strong defense returning nine of 11 starters, ranking ninth-fewest fantasy points allowed to quarterbacks and allowing a league-low 6.0 yards per pass attempt, making it a tough matchup for Patriots QB Drake Maye.
- Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson is expected to lead with 15 touches, while TreVeyon Henderson may see limited action due to pass protection issues; Seattle’s defense is formidable against the run, allowing just 3.7 yards per carry.
- Wide receiver A.J. Brown, despite some decline last season, is highly regarded after Patriots camp and is a key fantasy play, though he faces tough coverage from Seattle’s top cornerback Devon Witherspoon; rookie Romeo Doubs offers sleeper potential in a committee set.
- Tight end Hunter Henry is projected as an every-down player with fringe TE1/2 fantasy value, while the overall game total of 44.5 points is expected to go under due to Seattle’s strong defense.
