Key Takeaways
- The Result: The Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 29-13 at Levi’s Stadium to win Super Bowl LX.
- The MVP: Running back Kenneth Walker III earned MVP honors after racking up 135 rushing yards and 161 total yards from scrimmage.
- Record Performance: Kicker Jason Myers tied a Super Bowl record with 5 field goals, providing the steady scoring Seattle needed to pull away.
SANTA CLARA, CA — The Seattle Seahawks didn’t just win a title on Sunday; they erased a decade of “what-if” heartbreak. Eleven years after a goal-line interception haunted the franchise, Seattle dismantled the New England Patriots 29-13 in a defensive masterclass that left no room for late-game drama. Today, as the city prepares for a massive championship parade through the Stadium District, the NFL world is buzzing about a defense that looks like the modern-day “Legion of Boom.”
The “Dark Side” Defense Shuts the Door
Seattle’s defense, nicknamed the “Dark Side,” lived up to the billing. They harassed Patriots quarterback Drake Maye from the opening whistle, tallying 6 sacks and forcing 3 turnovers. The turning point came late in the third quarter when cornerback Devon Witherspoon blitzed from the edge, jarring the ball loose from Maye. Linebacker Uchenna Nwosu scooped the fumble and rumbled 45 yards for a touchdown, a play that effectively ended New England’s hopes of a seventh title.
While the defense dictated the pace, Kenneth Walker III provided the physical identity on offense. He gashed the Patriots’ front for gains of 30 and 29 yards in the first half, keeping the chains moving even when the passing game stalled. Quarterback Sam Darnold, completing his “worst-to-first” redemption arc, stayed mistake-free and delivered a 16-yard touchdown strike to tight end AJ Barner to seal the lead in the fourth.
| Super Bowl LX Box Score | Seattle Seahawks | New England Patriots |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 29 | 13 |
| Total Rushing Yards | 154 | 42 |
| Takeaways | 3 | 0 |
| Sacks Recorded | 6 | 2 |
What They Said
“It’s still surreal. I wasn’t thinking about the MVP trophy; I was thinking about my teammates and the work we put in during the summer when everyone had us at 60-1 odds. This is for the 12s.” — Kenneth Walker III, Super Bowl MVP
“I had 100% confidence. We have the best team in football, and our defense proved that every single snap. They didn’t just bend; they broke the opponent.” — Mike Macdonald, Seahawks Head Coach
What’s Next: A Parade in the Rain
The Seahawks returned to Seattle on Monday to a hero’s welcome, but the real party starts today, Wednesday, February 11. The city has announced a championship parade starting at the Stadium District and ending at Seattle Center. Expect millions to line the streets as the 12th Man celebrates the first Lombardi Trophy in Seattle since the 2013 season.
For New England, the loss marks their record-setting sixth Super Bowl defeat. Drake Maye and Mike Vrabel face a long offseason of questions regarding an offensive line that crumbled under Seattle’s relentless pressure. Meanwhile, the Seahawks enter the 2026 offseason as the undisputed juggernaut of the NFC, with a young core and a coach who has finally perfected the art of defensive authority.
