Patriots and Seahawks Set for Super Bowl 60 at Levi’s Stadium on Feb. 8
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Super Bowl 60 scheduled for Levi’s Stadium, revisiting 2015 clash The NFL will crown its champion on Feb. 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, matching the 2015 Patriots‑Seahawks showdown (Patriots won 28‑24) [1][2][4]. The game will kick off around 6:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on NBC, Telemundo, Peacock and Universo [5][6]. Both franchises are seeking their next Lombardi Trophy, with New England eyeing a record seventh title and Seattle targeting its second [1][4].
Patriots earned AFC berth by edging Broncos 10‑7 in Denver In a snow‑laden AFC championship, rookie quarterback Drake Maye rushed for a six‑yard touchdown and the Patriots’ defense forced two turnovers, while kicker Andy Borregales supplied the decisive 23‑yard field goal [1][2][4]. The 10‑7 victory marked New England’s 12th Super Bowl appearance and its first conference‑title game since the Tom Brady era ended [2][4]. Maye, a 23‑year‑old MVP finalist, became the league’s second‑youngest Super Bowl starter, trailing only Dan Marino [1][4].
Seahawks captured NFC crown with 31‑27 win over Rams Quarterback Sam Darnold threw for 346 yards and three touchdowns, while Seattle’s defense held the Rams to 27 points and forced a turnover on downs inside the 10‑yard line [1][2][3][4]. The victory secured Seattle’s fourth Super Bowl appearance and its first conference title since 2014 [2][4]. Coaching staff Mike Macdonald and defensive coordinator Aden Durde received praise for the unit that limited the Rams’ late‑game drives [2].
Coaching narratives spotlight Vrabel’s historic turnaround and Seattle’s staff Former linebacker Mike Vrabel transformed a 4‑13 Patriots team into a 14‑3 contender in his first season, tying the NFL’s biggest single‑season win swing and positioning himself to possibly win a Lombardi as both player and head coach for the same franchise [1][2][4]. Seattle’s young coaching duo highlighted the defensive scheme that helped seal the NFC title, emphasizing the team’s resilience in the final minutes [2]. Patriots’ defense allowed only 26 points across three playoff games, the fewest since the 2000 Ravens, while the offense averaged a modest 18 points per game [1][4].
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King5: Patriots vs. Seahawks set for Super Bowl 60 on Feb. 8 – Details venue, Patriots’ 10‑7 AFC win, Seahawks’ 31‑27 NFC win, Maye’s age, Vrabel’s player‑coach goal, and historic defensive points allowed .
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BBC: Seahawks and Patriots set for Super Bowl 60 after championship wins – Highlights both conference victories, Vrabel’s turnaround, coaching staff comments, and Jarrett Stidham’s first start for Broncos .
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CNN: Seahawks vs. Patriots set for Super Bowl LX after dramatic conference title wins – Provides game‑by‑game recaps, Darnold’s post‑game quote, key individual stats, and schedule details .
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AP: Super Bowl 60: Patriots vs. Seahawks Rematch Set for Feb. 8 – Emphasizes matchup history, Maye as second‑youngest starter, Vrabel’s historic pursuit, and defensive low points allowed .
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WBNS: Patriots and Seahawks Prepare for Super Bowl LX – Offers franchise Super Bowl histories, broadcast and halftime show lineup, and previous appearances context .
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King5: Patriots and Seahawks Super Bowl History Updated for 2026 – Updates franchise Super Bowl records, venue background, broadcast partners, and entertainment details .
Timeline
1979 – The Los Angeles Rams allow only 15 points per game in the postseason, setting a defensive benchmark that will not be matched until the 2026 Patriots, underscoring how rare such low‑scoring playoff runs are. [3]
2000 – The Baltimore Ravens concede just 26 points across three playoff games, establishing a historic low‑points‑allowed standard that the 2026 Patriots equal, highlighting the defensive excellence required for a championship. [3]
2014 – Seattle wins its most recent NFC championship before 2026, earning a Super Bowl XLIX appearance and creating a benchmark the 2026 Seahawks aim to surpass for a second Lombardi Trophy. [1]
Feb 1, 2015 – The Patriots defeat the Seahawks 28‑24 in Super Bowl XLIX, a game remembered for Malcolm Butler’s game‑saving interception, forging a rivalry that resurfaces in Super Bowl 60. [2]
Feb 7, 2016 – Levi’s Stadium hosts Super Bowl 50, where the Denver Broncos beat the Carolina Panthers 24‑10, marking the venue’s first championship and setting the stage for its 2026 return. [5]
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 before the 2026 appearance. [4]
2025 regular season (through Dec 2025) – The Seahawks post a 14‑3 record, tying for the league’s best win total and securing their fourth Super Bowl berth, their first since the 2014 season. [1]
Jan 25, 2026 – In a snowy AFC championship, the Patriots edge the Denver Broncos 10‑7, with rookie quarterback Drake Maye scoring a rushing touchdown and Andy Borregales kicking the decisive field goal, sending New England to its 12th Super Bowl. [1][6]
Jan 25, 2026 – The Seahawks defeat the Los Angeles Rams 31‑27 in the NFC championship, as Sam Darnold throws for 346 yards and three touchdowns without a turnover, earning Seattle its fourth Super Bowl appearance. [1][2][6]
Jan 25, 2026 – Sam Darnold declares the victory “means the world,” emphasizing the emotional weight of the win for the quarterback and his teammates. [2]
Feb 8, 2026 – Super Bowl 60 (Super Bowl LX) is scheduled at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, pitting the Patriots against the Seahawks in a rematch of the 2015 contest; New England seeks a record seventh title while Seattle chases its second Lombardi. [1][3][4][6]
Feb 8, 2026 – Drake Maye, at 23, becomes the second‑youngest quarterback to start a Super Bowl, trailing only Dan Marino, and joins a recent cohort of second‑year QBs (Mahomes, Burrow, Purdy) to reach the championship. [3][6]
Feb 8, 2026 – Mike Vrabel aims to become the first individual to win a Super Bowl as both player and head coach for the same franchise, after turning a 4‑13 team into a 14‑3 contender in his inaugural season. [1][3][6]
Feb 8, 2026 – The Patriots’ defense enters the title game having allowed just 26 points in three playoff contests (8.7 pts/game), the fewest since the 2000 Ravens, while their offense averages 18 pts/game, the lowest for a Super Bowl team since the 1979 Rams. [3][6]
Feb 8, 2026 – NBC will broadcast the game, with Bad Bunny headlining the halftime show and Green Day opening the ceremony, underscoring the cultural significance of the event. [4]