Football fans are gearing up for the 2026 NFL season opener on Wednesday, September 9, featuring a Super Bowl rematch between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots, with the Seahawks favored by 3.5 points. Predictions suggest a low-scoring game with a recommended bet on the Under 44.5, while players to watch include TE A.J. Barner and WR Rashid Shaheed for potential touchdowns and receiving yards. Lumen Field is expected to have favorable weather conditions, and history shows that Super Bowl losers struggle in their first game the following season. The match kicks off at 8:20 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on NBC.
