The Seattle Seahawks are once again champions of the NFL. In a commanding Super Bowl LX performance on February 8, 2026, Seattle defeated the New England Patriots 29-13 at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, securing the franchise's second Lombardi Trophy and capping off a remarkable postseason run.

The story of the night belonged to running back Kenneth Walker III, who bulldozed through the Patriots defense for 135 rushing yards on 27 carries while adding two receptions for 26 yards, totaling 161 scrimmage yards. His efforts earned him Super Bowl MVP honors, making him the first running back to claim the award since Terrell Davis powered the Denver Broncos to victory in Super Bowl XXXII on January 25, 1998 -- a drought spanning nearly three decades.

Walker's dominance was evident from the early stages. On Seattle's fourth drive, the former Michigan State standout ripped off consecutive runs of 29 and 30 yards in a three-play stretch, setting up a field goal that gave the Seahawks a 6-0 lead. By halftime, Walker had already amassed over 100 of the offense's 183 total yards, establishing himself as the undeniable engine of the Seattle attack.

Kicker Jason Myers also etched his name into the record books, connecting on five field goals throughout the contest to set a new Super Bowl record. The combination of Walker's ground-and-pound rushing attack and Myers' reliable leg proved too much for New England's defense to contain.

Walker's Super Bowl heroics were made even more remarkable by the circumstances surrounding his workload. After fellow running back Zach Charbonnet tore his ACL during the Divisional Round victory over the San Francisco 49ers, Walker shouldered the entire rushing burden for the remainder of the postseason. He responded with four touchdowns across the two playoff games leading up to the Super Bowl, and Sunday's performance marked his third consecutive postseason game with over 100 scrimmage yards, a feat no player in Seahawks history had previously accomplished.

For Walker, the moment carried deep personal significance. His father had never attended one of his NFL games before Super Bowl LX, making the MVP performance all the more emotional. In post-game interviews, Walker described the championship and individual award as still surreal, crediting his offensive line and coaching staff for creating opportunities throughout the game.

The halftime show, headlined by global superstar Bad Bunny, added to the spectacle at Levi's Stadium, but the football itself told the definitive story of the evening. The Patriots, who had mounted an impressive playoff run of their own, simply had no answer for Seattle's balanced offensive attack and stifling defensive effort.

As the confetti settled in Santa Clara, the NFL world quickly turned its attention to the offseason. The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine is set for February 23 through March 2 in Indianapolis, with 319 prospects invited to showcase their talents. Meanwhile, the newly announced Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2026, featuring legends Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, Luke Kuechly, Adam Vinatieri, and Roger Craig, adds another layer of celebration to a thrilling football season.

But for now, the spotlight belongs to Seattle and its workhorse running back. Kenneth Walker III and the Seahawks stand alone atop the football world, champions of a season that will be remembered for years to come.