The Seattle Seahawks secured their second franchise Super Bowl title with a 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl 60 on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. A dominant defensive performance by Seattle held the Patriots scoreless for the first three quarters, culminating in a decisive win that avenged their loss to New England in Super Bowl XLIX.
Seahawks’ defense, nicknamed the ‘Dark Side,’ overwhelmed Patriots quarterback Drake Maye throughout the game, recording six sacks and forcing three turnovers. Key moments included a strip-sack by Derick Hall late in the third quarter and an interception returned for a touchdown by Uchenna Nwosu in the fourth, which sealed the victory. Maye, under constant pressure, managed to avoid a historic shutout by connecting with wide receiver Mack Hollins for a 35-yard touchdown pass early in the fourth quarter, but the Patriots’ offense struggled to sustain drives against Seattle’s relentless pass rush.
On offense, the Seahawks were propelled by running back Kenneth Walker III, who was named Super Bowl MVP after accumulating over 150 scrimmage yards. His consistent gains on the ground helped control the clock and field position, while kicker Jason Myers set a Super Bowl record with five field goals, providing crucial scoring opportunities. Quarterback Sam Darnold managed the game effectively, completing 19 of 38 passes for 202 yards and avoiding turnovers that had plagued him during the regular season.
The halftime show featured Bad Bunny as the headline performer, making history as the first Spanish-language Latin solo artist to take the Super Bowl stage. His set included medleys of his hits and surprise appearances by Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin, emphasizing themes of unity and celebrating his Puerto Rican heritage. The performance added a cultural highlight to the event, with cameos from celebrities like Pedro Pascal and Jessica Alba.
This victory marks a significant milestone for the Seahawks under coach Mike Macdonald, who has rebuilt a formidable defense reminiscent of the ‘Legion of Boom’ era. For the Patriots, the loss represents a missed opportunity to win a record seventh Lombardi Trophy, highlighting offensive line vulnerabilities that contributed to their defeat. The game underscored Seattle’s defensive mastery and the challenges faced by New England in their first Super Bowl appearance without Tom Brady at quarterback.
Looking ahead, the Seahawks will celebrate their championship as the NFL offseason begins, with focus shifting to the draft and free agency. The Patriots, despite a 10-win turnaround under coach Mike Vrabel, will need to address key issues to contend again. Super Bowl 60 will be remembered for Seattle’s defensive dominance and the resilience shown in a hard-fought contest that captivated fans worldwide.
