Patriots and Seahawks set to battle in Super Bowl LX

February 2, 2026

Super Bowl LX will take place on February 8, 2026, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, featuring the New England Patriots against the Seattle Seahawks. The Patriots secured their spot by defeating the Denver Broncos 10-7 in a snow-affected AFC Championship Game, marking a remarkable turnaround under new head coach Mike Vrabel and quarterback Drake Maye after winning only eight games in the previous two seasons combined. Seattle advanced by outlasting the Los Angeles Rams 31-27 in a high-scoring NFC Championship, with quarterback Sam Darnold throwing for 346 yards and three touchdowns to silence critics who had previously dismissed his career potential.

Who is affected

New England Patriots organization, players (including QB Drake Maye and WR Stefon Diggs), and head coach Mike Vrabel
Seattle Seahawks organization, players (including QB Sam Darnold and WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba)
Denver Broncos (eliminated from playoffs), head coach Sean Payton
Los Angeles Rams (eliminated from playoffs), QB Matthew Stafford, CB Riq Woolen, WR Puka Nacua
San Francisco 49ers (hosting stadium being used)
Bad Bunny (halftime performer)
NBC broadcasting team (Mike Tirico, Cris Collinsworth, Melissa Stark)
NFL, Apple Music, and Roc Nation
President Donald J. Trump

What action is being taken

NBC is broadcasting Super Bowl LX
The NFL is backing Bad Bunny as the halftime show performer despite controversy
President Trump is not attending the Super Bowl

Why it matters

This Super Bowl represents significant redemption narratives for multiple parties: the Patriots are experiencing a dramatic turnaround after struggling with only eight wins over two seasons, while Sam Darnold has resurrected his career after being written off by multiple franchises. For the Patriots' Mike Vrabel, a victory would make him the first person to win a Super Bowl championship both as a player and head coach for the same franchise, placing him in rare historical company. The game also marks the Seahawks' return to championship contention after an eight-year absence since the 2014 season. Additionally, the Bad Bunny halftime show selection reflects the NFL's effort to reach broader, more diverse audiences despite political controversy.

What's next

Super Bowl LX will kick off at 6:30 p.m. ET on February 8, 2026, from Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara
Bad Bunny will perform the halftime show
NBC will broadcast with Mike Tirico, Cris Collinsworth, and Melissa Stark

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