The Seattle Seahawks are once again champions of professional football after defeating the New England Patriots 29–13 in Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
The victory marked Seattle’s second Super Bowl title and their first since the 2014 season, delivering some get back against the Patriots franchise that defeated them in their last championship meeting off of a last minute red zone interception in 2015.
The game was all defensive most of the night with neither team able to score a touchdown until the 4th quarter. Seattle’s defense kept New England scoreless until the fourth quarter and forced multiple turnovers, while the Seahawks’ special teams landed field goal after field goal. Kicker Jason Myers set a Super Bowl record with five field goals, accounting for all of Seattle’s points in the first 3 quarters.
Seattle quarterback Sam Darnold managed the game effectively, throwing for roughly 200 yards and a touchdown, while tight end A.J. Barner’s fourth-quarter score effectively sealed the outcome after three quarters dominated by field goals.
Running back Kenneth Walker III earned Super Bowl MVP honors after rushing for more than 130 yards and contributing as both a runner and receiver, becoming the first running back this century to win the award.
Beyond the action on the field, the spectacle of Super Bowl Sunday once again delivered major entertainment moments. Puerto Rican superstar Bad Bunny headlined the halftime show, joined by guest performers including Lady Gaga and Ricky Martin, while pregame performances featured artists such as Green Day, Charlie Puth, Brandi Carlile, and Coco Jones.
The Super Bowl remains the largest annual sporting event in the United States, and even communities thousands of miles from the host stadium feel its economic and cultural impact. Historically, bars, restaurants, and local entertainment venues experience significant increases in business as fans gather to watch the game, creating a temporary boost for hospitality sectors nationwide.
In Southeast Queens and across New York City, the game’s influence is typically seen through packed neighborhood sports bars, family watch parties, and increased food delivery demand. While the 2026 championship was played on the West Coast, the New York region’s strong football culture—shared by fans of both the New York Giants and Jets—ensures that Super Bowl Sunday remains one of the busiest days of the year for local establishments. That regional participation reflects the broader national tradition of turning the championship into a communal viewing experience.
Super Bowl LX also continued the league’s pattern of hosting the game in warm-weather or major-market venues, with Levi’s Stadium marking the Bay Area’s third time staging the championship.
As Seattle celebrates its latest title, the league now turns toward next season’s championship, reinforcing the Super Bowl’s enduring status as both a sporting climax and a nationwide cultural event.
