SEATTLE (AP) – The ceremony was brief, lasting less than 10 minutes. The Seattle Seahawks celebrated the accomplishment of winning their first Super Bowl title last season, unveiling the championship banner and giving their fans one more opportunity to savor the feat.
Then it was over, and the process of trying to repeat started in impressive fashion with a 36-16 romp over Green Bay on Thursday night.
Marshawn Lynch ran for 110 yards and two touchdowns, Percy Harvin had 100 combined yards rushing and receiving, and the Seahawks dominated Aaron Rodgers and the Packers.
Their effort against the Green Bay – a popular pick to contend in the NFC – will only reinforce the belief Seattle is still the favorite in the conference.
“We got a lot of playmakers just looking to get the ball,” Harvin said. “Every time we get a chance, we’re definitely looking to make the most of it.”