NFL Fans Divided over Black National Anthem Before Opener in Seattle
Pearl Jam lead guitarist Mike McCready played an instrumental Star-Spangled Banner for a sell-out crowd of about 68,740 at NFL Kickoff.
- Pearl Jam lead guitarist Mike McCready performed an instrumental "Star Spangled Banner" on his custom Fender Stratocaster at Lumen Field on Wednesday, opening the 2026 NFL season between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots.
- Following months of anticipation, the matchup served as a Super Bowl rematch between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots, giving fans their first chance at season-opening revenge.
- Approximately 68,740 fans packed the stadium for the opener, which also featured a moment of silence to commemorate those affected by the September 11 attacks.
- Seattle dominated the contest with a smothering defense, securing a decisive 29-13 victory over New England in the season-opening rematch.
- Patriots quarterback Drake Maye threw for 295 yards and two touchdowns in a losing effort, leading a new-look offense featuring wide receivers A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs.
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NFL's Week 1 9/11 tribute begins in Seattle with wild guitar solo during national anthem – Democratic Accent
The NFL promised that its Week 1 games would honor the victims of the Sept.... The post NFL’s Week 1 9/11 tribute begins in Seattle with wild guitar solo during national anthem appeared first on Democratic Accent .
Seahawks Open NFL Season With 9/11 Tribute Featuring Pearl Jam Guitarist’s Anthem Solo
The Seahawks marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks before their Week 1 opener against the Patriots with a moment of silence, an anthem performance by Pearl Jam's Mike McCready, honored first responders and a military flyover.
Patriots-Seahawks National Anthem Sparks Strong Reaction From NFL Fans
After months of waiting, football fans finally had a reason to celebrate on Wednesday.The 2026 NFL season kicked off Wednesday night at Lumen Field with a Super Bowl LX rematch between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots.Seattle won that game 29-13 in a game it dominated thanks to its smothering defense.Pats quarterback Drake Maye […]
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