The NFC West looks primed for another strong season with both 2025-26 conference finalists at the top, a proud franchise wrestling with transition, and a plucky, talent-rich rebuilding squad.

This time, though, it was Drew Lock leading the Seahawks to a 13-10 win over the New England Patriots Wednesday night at Lumen Field in a rematch of Super Bowl LX. After Sam Darnold went down on the opening possession with a right hip injury,

The Patriots lead the Seahawks 7-0 at halftime, but Seattle has a bigger concern moving forward. Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold exited the game after the first series with a hip injury. He appeared to suffer it when he was sacked by Dre’Mont Jones on third down,