The first notable moment of the week wasn’t a depth chart reveal or a quote, but a wardrobe choice: several players stepped off the plane wearing white T-shirts reading “We. Did. Not. Care.”, a nod to head coach Mike Macdonald after Seattle’s NFC title win. AJ Barner was among those seen in the shirts, underscoring a tone that the Seahawks hope carries through the week.
That slogan has become the week’s rallying cry, signaling a focused, emotionally charged approach to what fans and observers view as a high-stakes rematch with a familiar foe. Seattle’s arrival coverage leaned into the message, portraying a team locked in on finishing the job rather than chasing outside noise.
On the field, the Seahawks’ depth chart at the time of reporting listed Sam Darnold as quarterback, with Jaxon Smith-Njigba as the top target in the receiving corps. Kenneth Walker has drawn headlines for late-season production, and the roster notes an unusual historical wrinkle: Geno Smith was traded to the Las Vegas Raiders in 2025.
Beyond the roster, there is substantial dialogue around Seattle’s broader context. Reports link John Schneider’s front office decisions to ongoing ownership chatter, with ESPN noting a potential sale after the Super Bowl and the Paul Allen estate disputing that claim. Jody Allen has previously stated the team was not for sale, while TreVeyon Henderson is identified as a notable New England rookie back connected to the narrative surrounding the matchup.
As the Seahawks prepare for a week of events, their message is clear: the focus is on finishing the mission in Santa Clara. Opening Night begins Monday as Super Bowl week unfolds, with the game scheduled for Sunday, February 8, at Levi’s Stadium in California.
