The stage is set for an epic Super Bowl LX showdown as the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots prepare to meet on February 8 at Levis Stadium in Santa Clara, California, marking the 10th Super Bowl rematch in NFL history and rekindling memories of their controversial 2015 encounter.
The Seahawks enter as 4.5-point favorites, with some Vegas sportsbooks listing them at -5. The betting public has backed Seattle in pretty much all markets, demonstrating confidence in Mike Macdonalds defensive unit that allowed the fewest points in the NFL during the regular season at just 16.4 per game.
For the Patriots, this represents a remarkable turnaround from their 4-13 record in 2024 to 14-3 in 2025. Second-year quarterback Drake Maye led the NFL in Total QBR at 77.1 this season, establishing himself as one of the leagues elite signal-callers and giving Patriots fans hope for a dynasty revival.
The matchup revives memories of Super Bowl XLIX at the end of the 2014 season, when Malcolm Butlers goal-line interception sealed a 28-24 Patriots victory in one of the most dramatic finishes in Super Bowl history. That play remains forever ingrained in both franchises lore and adds an extra layer of intrigue to Sundays clash.
The betting total has moved slightly, with several sportsbooks dropping from 46 to 45 points, suggesting defensive-minded game planning from both coaching staffs. Weather conditions in Santa Clara are expected to be clear with mild temperatures, ideal for football.
NBC will broadcast the game starting at 6:30 PM ET, with extensive pre-game coverage beginning in the early afternoon. International audiences across more than 180 countries will tune in, making it one of the most-watched sporting events of 2026.