Super Bowl LX Kicks Off Today in Seattle

Fans in Alabama and across the country prepare to watch the big game

Published on Feb. 8, 2026

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Super Bowl LX, the championship game of the National Football League, is set to take place today in Seattle, Washington. The game will feature the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots, two of the league's top teams. Fans across Alabama and the rest of the country are gearing up to watch the highly anticipated matchup.

Why it matters

The Super Bowl is one of the most watched annual sporting events, drawing tens of millions of viewers. It's a major cultural moment that brings people together to celebrate the sport of football and enjoy the pageantry and entertainment surrounding the game.

The details

Super Bowl LX will kick off at 3:30 PM Pacific Time (6:30 PM Eastern Time) at Lumen Field in Seattle. The game will be broadcast nationally on Fox, with coverage starting at 2:00 PM Pacific Time. In addition to the game itself, the event will feature a halftime show performance and various pre-game and post-game festivities.

  • Super Bowl LX will take place on Sunday, February 9, 2026.
  • Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 PM Pacific Time (6:30 PM Eastern Time).
  • Fox's national television coverage will begin at 2:00 PM Pacific Time (5:00 PM Eastern Time).

The players

Seattle Seahawks

One of the National Football League's premier franchises, the Seattle Seahawks are making their sixth Super Bowl appearance.

New England Patriots

A perennial Super Bowl contender, the New England Patriots are making their 12th appearance in the big game.

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What they’re saying

“This is going to be an epic matchup between two of the best teams in the league. Fans in Alabama and across the country are in for a real treat.”

— Lorenzo Reyes, Sports Analyst

What’s next

Fans in Alabama and across the country can tune in to Fox on Sunday afternoon to watch Super Bowl LX. Pre-game coverage will begin at 2:00 PM Pacific Time (5:00 PM Eastern Time), with kickoff scheduled for 3:30 PM Pacific Time (6:30 PM Eastern Time).

The takeaway

The Super Bowl is a marquee event that brings people together to celebrate the sport of football and enjoy the pageantry and entertainment surrounding the big game. Fans in Alabama and across the country are eagerly anticipating the matchup between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots.