Super Bowl 2026 doesn’t have a winner yet, but the context is already crystal clear: Patriots vs. Seahawks is shaping up to be a clash of contrasting styles, with the best defense in the NFL facing one of the most explosive offenses of the year. Super Bowl LX will be played on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, home of the San Francisco 49ers. In addition, kickoff is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. ET (3:30 p.m. PT), keeping the traditional prime-time window in the United States.
For viewers across the United States, the main LIVE broadcast of the Patriots vs. Seahawks game will air on NBC in English, with Spanish-language coverage on Telemundo. For streaming, the primary option will be Peacock, along with alternatives such as NFL+ (for mobile devices) and other live TV services that carry the NBC/Telemundo feed in each local market.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Date and time | Sunday, February 8, 2026, 6:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. PT |
| Venue | Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California, a venue already tested in previous Super Bowls and major events |
| TV | NBC in English and Telemundo in Spanish, with pre-game and post-game coverage |
| Streaming | Peacock as the main option, plus NFL+ (mobile only) and live TV services that carry NBC/Telemundo in each local market |
Who Won Patriots vs. Seahawks?
The game between the Patriots and the Seahawks is currently underway, and the winner of Super Bowl LX will be known in the next few hours.
What to expect from the game: Super Bowl LX overall script
The pregame storyline is clear: Seattle comes in with an elite defense and an efficient offense led by Sam Darnold, while New England lands in Santa Clara with a reborn project built around young QB Drake Maye. Many analysts are leaning their predictions toward the Seahawks, with a majority of picks giving them the edge both on the scoreboard and in overall performance.
On a narrative level, the matchup offers several key angles:
- The symbolic rematch of the classic Seahawks–Patriots showdown from a decade ago.
- A defensive-minded head coach like Mike Macdonald (Seattle) trying to slow down a newly retooled, creative offense in New England.
- Sam Darnold’s chance to finally write his “fairy tale” in the NFL against a tough, well-coached defense.
Strengths of the Seattle Seahawks
Seattle comes into the game with a defense that has been described as a “dark side defense” and ranked number 1 in the league, both in points allowed (17.2 per game) and overall efficiency. Standout figures include Leonard Williams on the line, Ernest Jones at the second level, and Devon Witherspoon in the secondary, all with All‑Pro mentions, which gives them a very solid backbone across all three defensive levels.
Offensively, Sam Darnold has found stability in the system, with weapons like Jaxon Smith‑Njigba in the passing game and Kenneth Walker III in the rushing attack, both capable of producing explosive plays at any moment. The combination of an offense that can score quickly and a defense that chokes opponents in the red zone makes Seattle the favorite in most models and early predictions.
Strengths of the New England Patriots
The Patriots have earned respect in this Super Bowl run, putting to rest any doubts about a “weak schedule” after beating several 11+ win teams in the playoffs. The offensive core is built around Drake Maye, a QB who can extend plays with his legs and attack tight windows, and around a run game heavily based on gap schemes that has been one of the most efficient in the NFL.
In the trenches, New England has leaned on packages with six offensive linemen to dominate the line of scrimmage and force opposing defenses out of their usual nickel looks. If they can replicate that approach against Seattle, they can turn the game into a battle of tempo and time of possession, reducing the total number of drives—something that benefits an underdog looking to keep the score close.
