Super Bowl LX 2026: Patriots vs. Seahawks

The NFL’s biggest game of the year is almost here, and Super Bowl LX promises an epic clash between the New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. This matchup brings together two storied franchises in what could be one of the most compelling championship games in recent memory.

A Rematch More Than a Decade in the Making

Football fans with long memories will recall that these two teams last met in Super Bowl XLIX on February 1, 2015, when the Patriots defeated the Seahawks 28-24 in a thriller that came down to the final play. But this isn’t your father’s Patriots-Seahawks matchup – both teams have undergone dramatic transformations since that iconic game.

The Patriots, now led by rising star quarterback Drake Maye, are making their first Super Bowl appearance in seven years and seeking to recapture championship glory in the post-Brady-Belichick era.

Meanwhile, the Seahawks, with quarterback Sam Darnold and standout wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba leading the offense, are returning to football’s biggest stage for the first time since 2015, looking to capture their second championship.

Game Details and How to Watch

When: Sunday, February 8, 2026

Kickoff: 6:30 PM ET / 3:30 PM PT

Where: Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara, California

TV Broadcast: NBC (Spanish broadcast on Telemundo)

Streaming: Peacock, NFL+ (mobile devices only)

NBC will broadcast the game with play-by-play announcer Mike Tirico calling his second Super Bowl alongside analyst Cris Collinsworth, making this Collinsworth’s sixth Super Bowl in the booth. The broadcast will feature sideline reporters Melissa Stark and Kaylee Hartung providing insights from the field level.

For cord-cutters, the game will be available on Peacock’s streaming service, which offers both ad-supported and premium options. Fans can also stream on platforms such as YouTube TV, DirecTV, and Hulu + Live TV.

Entertainment Lineup

This year’s Super Bowl entertainment is bringing serious firepower to the Bay Area:

Halftime Show:

Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny will headline the Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show, bringing his unique blend of reggaeton and Latin trap to football’s biggest stage.

Pre-Game Performances:

Green Day will perform a special pre-game show starting at 6:00 PM ET
Charlie Puth will sing the National Anthem
Brandi Carlile will perform “America the Beautiful.”
Grammy winner Coco Jones will deliver “Lift Every Voice and Sing.”

The Road to Levi’s Stadium

Both conference champions earned their spots through dominant regular seasons. The Seahawks finished 14-3 as the NFC’s top seed under second-year head coach Mike Macdonald, while the Patriots posted a 14-3 record as the AFC’s second seed, demonstrating they’re championship-caliber teams.

For Seattle, this represents their fourth Super Bowl appearance overall. They’re seeking to reclaim the glory of their “Legion of Boom” era, when they won Super Bowl XLVIII. The Patriots, meanwhile, are pursuing a record seventh Super Bowl title, which would extend their already-record 12 Super Bowl appearances.

What’s at Stake

Beyond the obvious championship glory, this game carries significant storylines:

Can Drake Maye lead the Patriots to their first post-Brady championship and cement his status as the franchise’s new face?
Will Sam Darnold complete his remarkable career resurgence by winning a Super Bowl ring?
Can Mike Macdonald become one of the youngest head coaches to win a championship in just his second season?
Will the Patriots extend their Super Bowl title record to seven, or will the Seahawks even their championship count at two?

Final Thoughts

Super Bowl LX promises to deliver everything fans love about championship football: elite quarterback play, strategic coaching battles, and the ultimate test of which team can perform under the brightest lights. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of either team or just tuning in for the spectacle, February 8 can’t come soon enough.

The Bay Area is ready. The teams are ready. Are you ready for Super Bowl LX?