Seahawks Players Speak at Super Bowl Opening Night

Seattle and New England players arrive in San Jose ahead of big game

Feb. 3, 2026 at 12:47am

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The annual Super Bowl Opening Night event kicked off on Monday as players from the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots arrived in San Jose, California ahead of Super Bowl 2026. The media-heavy event featured interviews and commentary from Seahawks players as they prepare for the big game.

Why it matters

The Super Bowl Opening Night is a highly anticipated annual event that marks the official start of Super Bowl week. It provides a platform for players to engage with the media and build excitement for the upcoming championship game.

The details

The Seahawks players were on hand at the SAP Center in San Jose, taking questions from reporters and discussing their mindset and preparations for the Super Bowl matchup against the Patriots. The event featured a lively atmosphere as players interacted with fans and the media in the lead-up to Sunday's big game.

  • The Super Bowl Opening Night took place on Monday, February 3, 2026.
  • Super Bowl 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, February 8, 2026.

The players

Seattle Seahawks

The Seattle Seahawks are one of the teams competing in Super Bowl 2026.

New England Patriots

The New England Patriots are the other team competing in Super Bowl 2026.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to be here and ready to put on a show for the fans. This is what we've been working towards all season.”

— Russell Wilson, Seahawks Quarterback (fox13seattle.com)

“The Patriots are a tough opponent, but we're confident in our game plan and believe we have what it takes to win.”

— Bobby Wagner, Seahawks Linebacker (fox13seattle.com)

What’s next

The Seahawks and Patriots will continue their preparations throughout the week, with additional media availabilities and practices leading up to Super Bowl 2026 on Sunday, February 8th.

The takeaway

The Super Bowl Opening Night event kicks off an exciting week of buildup and anticipation for the big game, as the Seahawks and Patriots players engage with the media and fans to generate hype and excitement for the championship matchup.