Seahawks Defeat Patriots in Super Bowl LX

Seattle claims revenge with 29-13 victory over New England

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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The Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl LX, marking the Seahawks' fourth Super Bowl appearance and second championship. Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold led the team to victory, with running back Kenneth Walker III earning MVP honors.

Why it matters

This win is especially meaningful for the Seahawks, who lost to the Patriots in their previous Super Bowl matchup a decade ago. The victory also caps off an impressive season for Seattle, which set franchise records for points scored and single-season receiving yards.

The details

The Seahawks jumped out to an early 3-0 lead in the first quarter and never looked back, extending their advantage to 9-0 at halftime. Seattle's defense was dominant, with linebacker Uchenna Nwosu returning an interception for a touchdown in the fourth quarter to seal the victory. Darnold threw for 275 yards and two touchdowns, while Walker rushed for 112 yards.

  • The Seahawks' last Super Bowl appearance against the Patriots was in 2016, resulting in a 24-28 loss.
  • Seattle secured the #1 seed in the NFC after defeating the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship game.
  • The Seahawks set franchise records this season for most points scored (over 470) and single-season receiving yards (1,793 by Jaxon Smith-Njigba).
  • This was the 60th edition of the Super Bowl.

The players

Seattle Seahawks

An American professional football team based in Seattle, Washington, and a member of the National Football League (NFL).

New England Patriots

An American professional football team based in the Greater Boston region and a member of the NFL.

Sam Darnold

The starting quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks, who led the team to victory in Super Bowl LX.

Kenneth Walker III

The running back for the Seattle Seahawks who was named Super Bowl MVP after rushing for 112 yards.

Uchenna Nwosu

The linebacker for the Seattle Seahawks who intercepted a pass and returned it for a touchdown in the fourth quarter.

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What they’re saying

“This win is so special for our team and our city. We've been working hard all season to get back to this moment, and I'm so proud of the way our guys competed today.”

— Sam Darnold, Quarterback, Seattle Seahawks (Seattle Times)

“Winning MVP is an incredible honor, but I couldn't have done it without my teammates. This was a total team effort, and I'm just grateful to be a part of it.”

— Kenneth Walker III, Running Back, Seattle Seahawks (ESPN)

What’s next

The Seahawks will celebrate their Super Bowl victory with a parade in downtown Seattle on Tuesday, February 11th.

The takeaway

The Seahawks' Super Bowl LX triumph is a testament to the team's resilience and ability to overcome past disappointments. This win not only secures the franchise's second championship, but also cements Seattle's status as one of the NFL's premier organizations.