Patriots and Seahawks Book Super Bowl LX Spot at Levi’s Stadium
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Patriots clinch AFC crown, tie Steelers for six titles New England defeated Denver in the AFC Championship, earning its 12th Super Bowl appearance and matching Pittsburgh’s record of six championships [1][2]. Seahawks capture NFC crown, revisit 2014‑15 finals Seattle beat Los Angeles in the NFC Championship, returning to the game after a 2014 win over Denver and a 2015 loss [1][2].
Super Bowl LX set for Feb 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium Kickoff is slated for 6:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, Feb 8, marking the second Super Bowl hosted at the Santa Clara venue, which previously staged the 2016 edition [3][4]. NFL maintains second‑Sunday‑in‑February schedule The date follows the league’s post‑2021 pattern of holding the championship on the second Sunday of February [3][4].
NBC, Telemundo, Peacock and Universo will broadcast the game The matchup will air on NBC and its Spanish‑language partner Telemundo, stream on Peacock, and be carried by Universo for additional reach [1][2][3]. Multi‑platform rollout targets English and Spanish audiences Simultaneous coverage aims to maximize viewership across language demographics [1][2].
Bad Bunny headlines halftime, Green Day opens pre‑game ceremony The halftime show features Bad Bunny, while Green Day performs the opening segment [1][3][4]. Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile and Coco Jones provide pre‑game music Puth sings the national anthem, Carlile performs “America the Beautiful,” and Jones delivers “Lift Every Voice and Sing” [1][3][4]. ASL and multilingual signing enhance accessibility The NFL will include American Sign Language and multilingual signing during the ceremony and halftime [3][4].
Divisional round eliminated four former contenders The previous playoff round saw the Buffalo Bills, San Francisco 49ers, Houston Texans and Chicago Bears exit the postseason [2].
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WBNS: Patriots and Seahawks set for Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium: Details AFC/NFC championship outcomes, venue history, full entertainment lineup, and broadcast partners including Universo .
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King5: Patriots and Seahawks Set for Super Bowl LX on Feb. 8: Highlights championship victories, historical Seahawks appearances, broadcast on NBC/Telemundo/Peacock, and notes divisional round eliminations .
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WBNS: Super Bowl LX Set for Feb. 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium: Confirms date, venue, broadcast trio, pre‑game singers, and accessibility initiatives .
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King5: Super Bowl LX Set for Feb 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium: Reiterates schedule, venue, broadcast details, entertainment roster, and ASL/multilingual signing plans .
Timeline
Feb 2, 2014 – Seattle Seahawks win Super Bowl XLVIII, defeating the Denver Broncos 43‑8, giving the franchise its first championship and establishing a recent legacy that resurfaces in the 2026 NFC title run[3].
Feb 1, 2015 – Seattle Seahawks lose Super Bowl XLIX to the New England Patriots 28‑24, a narrow defeat that fuels the team’s drive to return to the championship stage in 2026[3].
Feb 7, 2016 – Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara hosts Super Bowl 50, where the Denver Broncos beat the Carolina Panthers 24‑10, giving the venue its first Super Bowl experience and setting a precedent for the 2026 game[1][2].
Jan 12, 2026 – The NFL’s divisional playoff round eliminates the Buffalo Bills, San Francisco 49ers, Houston Texans and Chicago Bears, clearing the path for the Patriots and Seahawks to contest the conference championships[3].
Jan 19, 2026 – The New England Patriots defeat the Denver Broncos 31‑24 in the AFC Championship, securing their 12th Super Bowl appearance and tying the Pittsburgh Steelers for the most league titles at six victories[1][3].
Jan 19, 2026 – The Seattle Seahawks beat the Los Angeles Rams 27‑24 in the NFC Championship, earning a spot in Super Bowl LX and recalling their 2014 victory and 2015 loss to the Patriots for added narrative weight[1][3].
Jan 25, 2026 – The NFL confirms Super Bowl LX will be played on Feb 8, 2026 at Levi’s Stadium, continuing the tradition of holding the championship on the second Sunday in February since the 2021 schedule change[2][4].
Jan 25, 2026 – NBC, Telemundo and Peacock are announced as the primary broadcast partners for Super Bowl LX, delivering live coverage in English and Spanish and expanding streaming access via Peacock to reach a multilingual audience[2][4].
Jan 25, 2026 – The league reveals pre‑game entertainment: Charlie Puth sings the national anthem, Brandi Carlile performs “America the Beautiful,” Coco Jones delivers “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” and Green Day headlines the opening ceremony, underscoring the NFL’s blend of music and sport[2][4].
Jan 25, 2026 – Bad Bunny is confirmed as the halftime show headliner, marking a high‑profile Latin‑urban act for the league’s most‑watched performance and signaling the NFL’s push toward broader cultural relevance[1][3].
Jan 25, 2026 – Accessibility upgrades include American Sign Language interpretation and multilingual signing during the pre‑game and halftime shows, reflecting the NFL’s commitment to inclusive broadcasting for deaf and non‑English‑speaking viewers[2][4].
Feb 8, 2026 – Super Bowl LX kicks off at 6:30 p.m. ET at Levi’s Stadium, featuring the Patriots vs. Seahawks, Bad Bunny’s halftime show, and a multi‑platform broadcast that aims to capture a global audience and set new standards for entertainment and accessibility[1][2].