The stage is set for one of the most anticipated Super Bowls in recent memory as the Seattle Seahawks prepare to face the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California on February 8, 2026. Kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET, with NBC broadcasting the championship game to millions of viewers worldwide.

This matchup carries significant historical weight, serving as a rematch of Super Bowl XLIX from eleven years ago, when the Patriots famously defeated the Seahawks 28-24. That game ended with Malcolm Butler's iconic goal-line interception, a moment that still resonates with fans of both franchises.

Both teams enter the championship game with identical 14-3 regular season records, making this one of the most evenly matched Super Bowls in recent history. The Seahawks earned the NFC's top seed and punched their ticket to the big game with a thrilling 31-27 victory over the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship Game. Meanwhile, the Patriots ground out a defensive battle against the Denver Broncos, winning 10-7 in the AFC Championship to secure their place in football's grandest stage.

Seattle's defense has been the story of their season, allowing a league-best 17.2 points per game during the regular season. The Seahawks ranked sixth in total defense, surrendering just 285.6 yards per game, and were particularly dominant against the run, holding opponents to an NFC-low 91.9 rushing yards per contest.

On the other side, New England's offense led the AFC in scoring with 28.8 points per game. Second-year quarterback Drake Maye has emerged as one of the league's most dynamic dual-threat quarterbacks, completing 354 passes for 4,394 yards with 31 touchdowns against just 8 interceptions. His legs have been equally dangerous, rushing for 450 yards in the regular season and adding 141 yards on 5.9 yards per carry through three playoff games.

Seattle safety Julian Love acknowledged the challenge Maye presents, noting that the defense must execute a disciplined rush-as-one strategy to contain the mobile quarterback. The Seahawks counter with their own impressive quarterback play from Sam Darnold, who threw for 4,048 yards this season in a remarkable career renaissance.

The betting markets favor Seattle as 4.5-point favorites, with ESPN's Football Power Index giving the Seahawks a 60.2 percent chance to win. However, history suggests the Patriots cannot be counted out, as underdogs have covered the spread in five consecutive Super Bowls and won three straight outright.

The stakes could not be higher for both franchises. A Patriots victory would give New England a record seventh Super Bowl title, breaking their tie with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Head coach Mike Vrabel would also make history as the first person to win a Super Bowl as both a player and head coach with the same organization. For Seattle, a win would deliver their second championship and their first since the Legion of Boom era triumph in Super Bowl XLVIII.

The pregame festivities feature Jon Bon Jovi introducing the Patriots and Chris Pratt presenting the Seahawks. Charlie Puth will perform the national anthem, while Bad Bunny headlines the halftime show.

As millions tune in on Sunday evening, one thing is certain: Super Bowl LX promises to deliver a fitting conclusion to an extraordinary NFL season.