Md. Gov. Moore nails Super Bowl prediction

Governor's stellar month of NFL and college football picks culminates in Super Bowl victory call.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Maryland Governor Wes Moore capped off an impressive run of successful NFL and college football predictions by accurately forecasting the outcome of Super Bowl LX. Moore went 14-2 overall in his picks, including correctly predicting that the Seattle Seahawks would defeat the New England Patriots by a score of 29-13.

Why it matters

Governor Moore's ability to accurately predict game outcomes at such a high rate has impressed sports fans and analysts alike, showcasing his keen understanding of football strategy and analytics. His Super Bowl pick in particular demonstrated an impressive level of insight that few others were able to match.

The details

Over the course of the NFL playoffs and college football postseason, Governor Moore made 16 total predictions, going 11-2 on his NFL picks and a perfect 3-0 on his college football selections. His Super Bowl prediction, in which he foresaw a comfortable Seahawks victory, proved to be spot-on as Seattle won by 16 points.

  • On Friday before the Super Bowl, Moore predicted the game 'probably going to be closer to 10 ... I don't think this game is going to be close.'
  • Super Bowl LX took place on Sunday, February 9, 2026 in Santa Clara, California.

The players

Wes Moore

The Governor of Maryland who demonstrated an impressive ability to accurately predict the outcomes of NFL and college football games throughout the playoffs and Super Bowl.

Seattle Seahawks

The NFL team that defeated the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX, as predicted by Governor Moore.

New England Patriots

The NFL team that lost to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX, despite being 4.5 point favorites according to Governor Moore's prediction.

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What they’re saying

“I study this stuff. I follow this stuff. There are definitely analytics that I will put into it.”

— Wes Moore, Governor of Maryland (WTOP)

“Y'all heard it here first. Gov. Moore knows ball.”

— Wes Moore, Governor of Maryland (WTOP)

What’s next

Governor Moore's impressive run of football predictions has sparked speculation about whether he may pursue a career in sports media or analysis after his time in office.

The takeaway

Governor Moore's ability to accurately forecast football game outcomes at such a high rate, including his spot-on Super Bowl prediction, has cemented his reputation as a savvy analyst with a keen understanding of the sport. His success in this arena has only added to his growing political profile and popularity in Maryland.