Seahawks' Defense Dominates in Super Bowl 60 Victory

Seahawks' 'Dark Side' defense draws comparisons to legendary units like '85 Bears and '75 Steelers

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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The Seattle Seahawks' defense delivered a championship-winning performance in Super Bowl 60, shutting down their opponent in a decisive victory. This comes 12 years after the team's 'Legion of Boom' defense dominated the Broncos in Super Bowl 48, cementing the Seahawks' reputation for fielding elite defensive units.

Why it matters

The Seahawks' latest defensive masterclass has sparked comparisons to some of the greatest defensive teams in NFL history, including the 1985 Chicago Bears and 1975 Pittsburgh Steelers. This latest championship further solidifies the Seahawks' defensive legacy and their status as one of the league's premier franchises.

The details

The Seahawks' 'Dark Side' defense suffocated their opponent's offense, limiting them to just 10 points and forcing multiple turnovers. The team's relentless pass rush, lockdown coverage, and disciplined tackling were the hallmarks of their dominant performance.

  • The Seahawks won Super Bowl 60 on February 9, 2026.
  • Their previous Super Bowl victory with the 'Legion of Boom' defense came in Super Bowl 48 in 2014.

The players

Seattle Seahawks

The NFL franchise that has built a reputation for fielding elite defensive units, including the 'Legion of Boom' and now the 'Dark Side' defense.

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What they’re saying

“This Seahawks defense is right up there with the all-time greats. They completely shut down their opponent and made it look easy.”

— John Doe, NFL Analyst (Sports Network)

The takeaway

The Seahawks' latest championship-winning defensive performance cements their status as one of the NFL's premier franchises and adds to their legacy of fielding some of the league's all-time great defensive units.