India, Sept. 10 -- The 2026 NFL season begins with a blockbuster Super Bowl LX rematch as the Seattle Seahawks welcome the New England Patriots to Lumen Field. But before the first snap, a hometown music icon will step into the spotlight to kick off the night's festivities.

The Seahawks have confirmed that Mike McCready will perform the national anthem before Wednesday night's season opener.

Fans will likely recognize McCready as the guitarist and founding member of Pearl Jam, the iconic rock band that emerged from Seattle in 1990.

The 60-year-old musician, who has strong ties to both Seattle and its sports teams, will also return to the stage later in the evening, joining Soundgarden during the halftime show of Seahawks vs. Patriots....