The Seattle Seahawks are about to have their 2026 regular season schedule released, and as the reigning Super Bowl champions, expect plenty of national attention. Their slate is packed with glamour matchups perfect for primetime or Sunday doubleheader features. Let’s dive into predictions for Seattle’s national TV games this year, keeping in mind a few key rules: teams can have up to six primetime games (seven if Week 18 counts), divisional rematches can’t appear twice in primetime, and standalone games are capped at eight.

vs. Chicago Bears
This could be a Week 1 blockbuster or a midseason showdown. The Bears were one of the most entertaining teams last season, thanks to chaotic finishes, and their new head coach Ben Johnson—just as coveted as Mike Macdonald in 2024—stayed with Detroit before landing this divisional role. Watching Caleb Williams try to solve Macdonald’s defense is must-see TV, whether it’s opening day or later. Plus, we were agonizingly close to a Seahawks-Bears NFC Championship last year, so the NFL would love to pit the big-market Bears against the champs.

vs. Los Angeles Rams
This is a no-brainer. The best game of the 2025 regular season and a classic NFC Championship rematch deserve primetime love. I’d be shocked if at least one of these divisional clashes doesn’t get a nighttime kickoff—the intensity and history make it a natural fit.

at Philadelphia Eagles
Pete Carroll was famously flawless against the Eagles during his Seahawks tenure, but this will be Mike Macdonald’s first crack at Philly. The Eagles are among the favorites to win it all next year, making this a marquee matchup that screams national TV. Expect a Sunday night or Monday night slot as both teams jockey for supremacy.