The Seattle Seahawks captured their second Super Bowl title by dominating the New England Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl LX, with a stifling defense and a career-best performance from running back Kenneth Walker III, who was named MVP. This victory avenged a heartbreaking loss from over a decade ago and showcased Seattle’s all-around prowess on football’s biggest stage.
The game unfolded on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, in a defensive struggle from the outset. Seattle’s defense, orchestrated by coordinator Mike Macdonald, overwhelmed Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, sacking him six times and forcing two interceptions. Key plays included cornerback Devon Witherspoon’s early pressure leading to a sack and linebacker Uchenna Nwosu’s 45-yard pick-six in the fourth quarter that sealed the win. New England’s offense sputtered, punting on all five first-half possessions and managing only 42 rushing yards, with Maye struggling under constant duress.
Offensively, the Seahawks leaned heavily on Kenneth Walker III, who rushed for 135 yards on 27 carries, including explosive runs of 30 and 29 yards. His patience and vision gashed a Patriots defense that had been stout against the run in the playoffs. Quarterback Sam Darnold, in a redemption arc after being considered a draft bust, managed the game effectively, throwing for 202 yards and one touchdown without interceptions, though he missed some throws that could have widened the lead earlier.
Special teams played a pivotal role, with kicker Jason Myers setting a Super Bowl record by converting five field goals, accounting for most of Seattle’s scoring through three quarters. His steady leg ensured points from stalled drives, while punter Michael Dickson pinned the Patriots deep with three punts inside the 7-yard line, maintaining field position advantage. This phase dominance underscored Seattle’s comprehensive team effort.
The Patriots’ defense, led by coach Mike Vrabel, kept the game close early by pressuring Darnold on over 40% of dropbacks and breaking up potential touchdown passes. However, the offense’s inability to sustain drives—New England was shut out until the fourth quarter—eventually proved insurmountable. Maye finished with 295 passing yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions, much of his production coming in garbage time after the outcome was decided.
Contextually, this win held extra significance for Seattle, reversing the outcome of Super Bowl XLIX in 2015, where the Patriots won on a last-minute interception. Both franchises had undergone coaching changes, with Seattle’s Mike Macdonald replacing Pete Carroll and outdueling New England’s Mike Vrabel. The Seahawks, who finished the regular season 14-3, overcame a tough NFC that included playoff wins over the 49ers and Rams, while the Patriots entered as underdogs.
In the aftermath, players celebrated the team’s camaraderie, with Walker highlighting the collective effort and Darnold praising the defense and special teams. The victory sets up a championship parade in Seattle and positions the Seahawks as targets for the upcoming season. For the Patriots, questions linger about offensive improvements, while the game also featured a historic halftime show by Bad Bunny, the first primarily Spanish-language performer in Super Bowl history.
The Seahawks’ triumph not only secures their legacy but also marks a turning point for key players like Darnold and Kupp, who contributed after being released by the Rams. As the NFL offseason begins, Seattle will aim to defend its title, while New England regroups, with both teams reflecting on a game defined by defensive mastery and opportunistic play.
