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Patriots‑Seahawks Super Bowl LX Set for Feb 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium

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Super Bowl LX Date, Venue, and Broadcast Details Super Bowl LX will be contested on Sunday, Feb 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, with kickoff slated for 6:30 p.m. ET [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9][10]. NBC, Telemundo, Peacock and Universo will air the game, while Bad Bunny headlines the halftime show and Green Day opens the pre‑game ceremony [5][6][7][8][9][10]. Pre‑game performances feature Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile and Coco Jones, and the broadcast will include ASL and multilingual signing for broader accessibility [9][10].

Patriots Secure AFC Crown in Snow‑Soaked Denver New England defeated the Denver Broncos 10‑7 in the AFC championship, with rookie quarterback Drake Maye scoring a 6‑yard rushing touchdown and Andy Borregales converting the decisive 23‑yard field goal [1][2][3][4][7][8]. The low‑scoring contest featured two forced turnovers that sealed the win for the Patriots [2][4]. The victory marks the franchise’s 12th Super Bowl appearance and its first conference‑title game since the Tom Brady era ended [4][7][8].

Seahawks Capture NFC Crown on Darnold’s 346‑Yard Outburst Seattle overcame the Los Angeles Rams 31‑27 in the NFC championship, with Sam Darnold throwing for 346 yards and three touchdowns while avoiding turnovers [1][2][3][4][7][8]. The Seahawks’ defense limited the Rams inside the 20‑yard line in the fourth quarter, preserving the win [2][4]. The triumph secures Seattle’s fourth Super Bowl berth and its first NFC title since 2014 [1][4][8].

Historical Stakes and Coaching Narratives Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, 23, becomes the second‑youngest Super Bowl starter behind Dan Marino and is a finalist for AP NFL MVP and Offensive Player of the Year [1][4]. Head coach Mike Vrabel, a former Patriots linebacker with three rings, seeks to become the first player‑coach to win a Lombardi Trophy with the same franchise after turning a 4‑13 team into a 14‑3 contender [1][2][4]. Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald and defensive coordinator Aden Durde praised their unit’s performance, while Darnold called the victory “amazing” [2][3].

Defensive Dominance and Offensive Trends in Playoffs New England’s defense allowed only 26 points across three postseason games, an average of 8.7 points per game—the fewest since the 2000 Ravens—and the Patriots’ offense averaged just 18 points per game, the lowest total for a Super Bowl team since the 1979 Rams [1][4]. Seattle’s defense forced a crucial turnover on downs inside the 10‑yard line to seal its win over the Rams [3][4]. Both teams will rely on strong defensive showings after historically low points‑allowed runs in the playoffs.

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Timeline

Feb 1, 2015 – The Patriots defeat the Seahawks 28‑24 in Super Bowl XLIX, the only championship meeting between the two franchises, establishing New England’s dominance in the rivalry and creating a historic benchmark that the 2026 matchup will revisit [4][8].

Feb 7, 2016 – Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara hosts Super Bowl 50, where the Denver Broncos beat the Carolina Panthers 24‑10, giving Peyton Manning his final NFL victory and proving the venue’s capability for marquee events, a factor in its selection for 2026 [4][6][8][10].

Feb 3, 2019 – New England captures its sixth Lombardi Trophy by beating the Los Angeles Rams 13‑3 in Super Bowl LIII, its most recent championship and the last time the Patriots reach the title game before a seven‑year hiatus, underscoring the significance of the 2026 berth [4][8].

Feb 2025 – New Orleans hosts its 11th Super Bowl, tying Miami for the most hostings in league history and highlighting the city’s long‑standing role in the event’s tradition; the 2025 game reinforces the Bay Area’s upcoming opportunity to join this elite group in 2026 [7][12].

Jan 25, 2026 – In a snowy Denver, the Patriots edge the Broncos 10‑7 in the AFC Championship, with rookie quarterback Drake Maye scoring the decisive rushing touchdown and kicker Andy Borregales delivering the game‑winning field goal, securing New England’s 12th Super Bowl appearance and its first since the Brady era ended [1][2][3][5][9][11].

Jan 25, 2026 – At Lumen Field, the Seahawks defeat the Rams 31‑27 in the NFC Championship, as Sam Darnold throws for 346 yards and three touchdowns while the defense forces a turnover on downs inside the 10‑yard line, giving Seattle its fourth Super Bowl berth and its first conference title since 2014 [1][2][3][5][9][11].

Jan 26, 2026 – Sam Darnold declares the victory “means the world,” praising his teammates and coaching staff for delivering a comeback win that propels Seattle to the championship game, capturing the emotional weight of the Seahawks’ long‑awaited return to the Super Bowl [2].

Jan 26, 2026 – Mike Vrabel, who transforms a 4‑13 Patriots into a 14‑3 contender, eyes a historic player‑coach double, aiming to become the first person to win a Super Bowl as both player and head coach for the same franchise, tying the NFL’s biggest single‑season win swing [1][3][11].

Jan 26, 2026 – The NFL confirms Super Bowl LX will take place on Feb 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, with kickoff slated for 6:30 p.m. ET, continuing the league’s tradition of holding the championship on the second Sunday in February and marking the venue’s second hosting [4][6][10].

Jan 26, 2026 – NBC, Telemundo, Peacock and Universo will broadcast the game, while pre‑game entertainment features Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile, Coco Jones and an opening set by Green Day, and Bad Bunny headlines the halftime show, reflecting the NFL’s effort to blend music, culture and sport for a global audience [4][5][6][8][9][10].

Jan 26, 2026 – The Patriots’ defense posts a historic playoff average of 8.7 points allowed per game—the fewest since the 2000 Ravens—while Drake Maye becomes the second‑youngest quarterback ever to start a Super Bowl, joining Dan Marino, highlighting New England’s defensive dominance and the youth of its offensive leader [3][11].

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