The New England Patriots narrowly lost to the Seattle Seahawks 23-20 in overtime, despite performing well in key areas. Quarterback Jacoby Brissett and coach Jerod Mayo believe the team was just a few plays away from a different outcome, highlighting a blocked field goal by Seattle's Julian Love and a controversial defensive pass interference call as pivotal moments. Seattle's kicker Jason Myers secured the win with a 31-yard field goal in overtime, capping a strong performance by quarterback Geno Smith who threw for 327 yards. The loss drops New England to 1-1 for the season as they prepare to face the New York Jets next. The Patriots face a challenging Thursday Night Football game against the New York Jets, with significant injury concerns including linebackers Ja’Whaun Bentley and Oshane Ximines, as well as offensive linemen Vederian Lowe and Sidy Sow. The Patriots' defense also suffered a major blow with Bentley’s season-ending pectoral injury.