Seahawks Open 2026 Season With Win
Seahawks Open 2026 Season With Win
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Mike Vrabel said New England may use A.J. Brown’s absence to move other receivers among the X, F and Z positions rather than substantially change the offensive scheme.
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The Patriots expect Romeo Doubs, DeMario Douglas, Mack Hollins, Kyle Williams and Efton Chism to help replace Brown, with Vrabel specifically saying, “We want to get Kyle involved.”
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Seattle is reportedly expected to sign former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold as it continues addressing its shortage of defensive backs.
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Seattle’s secondary depth has also been affected by the offseason departure of Coby Bryant in free agency, adding to the team’s need for cornerbacks.
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The Seahawks are entering a season in which new offensive coordinator Brian Fleury is set to call plays regularly for the first time in his career.
The Seattle Seahawks opened the 2026 season with a win and now face their first full Sunday slate at 1-0. But the victory came with costs. Their starting quarterback suffered a glute injury that has no clear return timeline, and the secondary lost key depth after Coby Bryant departed in free agency. HeraldNet reports the team is expected to sign former Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold to address the shortage of defensive backs.
Meanwhile, the New England Patriots are preparing for Week 2 against Pittsburgh without wide receiver A.J. Brown, who landed on injured reserve after his debut. The injury sidelines him for at least four weeks, possibly six. Coach Mike Vrabel said the team will shuffle other receivers into Brown's roles rather than overhaul the offense entirely. Yahoo Sports reported that Romeo Doubs, DeMario Douglas, Mack Hollins, Kyle Williams, and Efton Chism will share the load.
New England Adjusts Receiver Room After Brown's Loss
A.J. Brown's four-to-six week absence forces the Patriots to get creative. Vrabel said they will move receivers between the X, F, and Z positions — spreading opportunity rather than redesigning plays. Yahoo Sports quoted Vrabel saying, "We want to get Kyle involved," signaling that Kyle Williams will see expanded snaps. The goal is to maintain offensive consistency while Brown heals.
Seattle's Secondary Gets Thinner Heading Into Season
The Seahawks lost cornerback depth this offseason when Coby Bryant left in free agency. Seattle's secondary is now scrambling to fill gaps. The team is expected to sign Terrion Arnold, the former Detroit Lions cornerback, to bolster the position group. This move addresses an urgent need as Seattle navigates injuries and roster holes early in the season.
Brian Fleury Leads Seahawks Offense Into Uncharted Territory
Seattle's new offensive coordinator Brian Fleury will call plays regularly for the first time in his career. This marks a significant moment for the young play-caller. Despite the quarterback's glute injury creating uncertainty, Fleury gets his chance to shape the offense. The Seahawks' Week 1 victory gives the team momentum as it enters this new era.
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