What happened: NFL Network's The Insiders segment flagged the Seattle Seahawks' upcoming title defense as one of the more under-the-radar campaigns in recent memory heading into the 2026 season.

Why it matters: The low-key framing comes as Seattle also carries the same 'underdog' billing the roster has embraced since winning it all, even as defending champions rarely enter a season with less attention. The franchise is simultaneously navigating a record $9.6 billion sale to the Khosla family that still awaits full NFL owner approval.

What to watch: Watch for the owners' vote on the Khosla sale and further preseason coverage as Seattle's title defense takes shape.