The Seattle Seahawks (1-0) are heading east with hopes of securing a second consecutive victory as they prepare to face off against the New England Patriots (1-0) in Foxboro, MA. This game will feature a showdown between rookie head coaches, adding an extra layer of excitement to the matchup.
Jerod Mayo, in his debut as Head Coach of the Pats, led his team to a surprising victory over the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 1. The defense held the Bengals to just 13 first downs and 224 total yards of offense in a 16-10 win. Rhamondre Stevenson emerged as a standout player in the game, rushing for 120 yards and 1 TD.
On the other side, Mike Macdonald guided the Seahawks to a 26-20 win over the Denver Broncos in their season opener. Seattle heavily relied on their running game, with Kenneth Walker III putting up 103 yards and 1 TD.
Now, let’s dissect this exciting matchup.
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As for the latest odds from DraftKings on Thursday afternoon:
The line has shifted half a point in favor of Seattle. The Total has also dropped a point from its opening of 39.5. Seattle’s defense appears to be gearing up to face Ryan Grubbs’ offense, while New England is facing some challenges with their offensive weapons.
It’s shaping up to be an intense battle between these two teams, and football fans can expect an exciting game on the horizon. Stay tuned for all the action as the Seahawks and Patriots go head-to-head in their quest for victory.
