Super Bowl LX sets up as a physical, chess-match showdown between two well-coached teams with clear identities. The Seattle Seahawks enter as favorites, powered by the NFL’s top-ranked defense and a disciplined, aggressive style under head coach Mike Macdonald. New England, meanwhile, has embraced an underdog role behind first-year head coach Mike Vrabel, leaning on toughness, situational execution and steady improvement throughout the season.
Seattle’s defense is the headline. Led by a deep, physical front and creative disguises, the Seahawks allowed just 17.2 points per game and thrive on limiting explosive plays. Their ability to control the line of scrimmage and confuse quarterbacks on third down has been a defining trait all season. If Seattle scores first, history favors them heavily — they are unbeaten this year when doing so.
Offensively, quarterback Sam Darnold is enjoying one of his most efficient seasons, supported by standout receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba and a versatile scheme that mixes power running with play-action. With Zach Charbonnet sidelined, Kenneth Walker III is expected to carry the bulk of the rushing load behind a homegrown, physical offensive line.
The Patriots’ path to victory relies on balance and discipline. They’ve earned respect for capitalizing on mistakes, tightening up in the red zone, and getting timely contributions from young players. Rookie quarterback Drake Maye’s mobility adds a wrinkle Seattle must account for, while New England’s defense prides itself on effort, physicality and finishing plays.
Special teams could swing momentum. Both teams feature dangerous returners capable of flipping field position or breaking a game open with one play — a critical factor in a matchup this even.
Despite being widely picked to lose, the Patriots are comfortable in the role. History reminds them that they’ve been here before. With contrasting styles but similar mentalities, Super Bowl LX shapes up as an “identity war” — one likely decided by trench play, situational execution, and who protects the football when it matters most.
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