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NFL Week 1 report card: Vikings, Seahawks impress

September 15, 2026 08:40 AM

Chris Simms and Mike Florio hand out grades for Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season, examining the best offensive, defensive and coaching performances to kick the year off.

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