The NFL schedule release is just around the corner, and for Seattle Seahawks fans, the excitement is building. While we know the defending Super Bowl champions will kick off the regular season on Thursday, September 9, the full Week 1-18 lineup—including a bye week—remains under wraps. To get you ready for the gridiron action, we've pinpointed the three most formidable matchups on the Seahawks' 2026 slate. These are the games that will test Seattle's mettle and have fans on the edge of their seats.

First up, a clash of champions: the Seahawks vs. the Kansas City Chiefs. After a tough 2025 season, all eyes are on Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs for a major comeback. This showdown between recent Super Bowl winners is a rare treat, as these two powerhouse teams don't face off often. Expect fireworks, especially if the league gives this potential Mahomes vs. Sam Darnold duel the primetime spotlight it deserves. It's a game that could set the tone for the season.

Next, don't sleep on the Denver Broncos. Many argued they should have been Seattle's Super Bowl LX opponent, but an injury to starting quarterback Bo Nix derailed their AFC Championship hopes. The result was a lopsided win for the New England Patriots, but the Broncos are hungry for redemption. When these two teams meet, it's a matchup that feels like it should have been for all the marbles—and that intensity will be on full display.

Finally, the NFC West rivalry heats up with the Los Angeles Rams. For the second straight year, the Seahawks and Rams project as the top contenders for the division title. The Rams have loaded up their secondary this offseason, adding cornerbacks Jaylen Watson and Trent McDuffie to try and keep pace with Seattle's high-flying offense. As always, these divisional foes will battle twice during the regular season, and each game promises to be a hard-hitting, must-watch affair. Whether you're gearing up in your favorite Seahawks gear or just love a good football fight, these three games are the ones to circle on your calendar.