Game recap (quick and spicy)
The Seahawks stomped the Patriots 29-13, and it wasn’t one of those nail-biting, edge-of-your-seat affairs — more like a confident strut. Seattle led from the jump, the defense set the tone, and the offense did just enough to keep the scoreboard humming. If you like theater, this was more dark comedy than drama.
Kenneth Walker III: Payday incoming
Walker was the engine. He busted open plays, hit chunk runs, and collected the MVP hardware. He’s not always the textbook, buttoned-up running back — he’s the guy who believes every tackle can be broken — and this game was proof that that belief pays off. With those performances in the playoffs, his market just went from ‘maybe’ to ‘bring cash.’
Patriots offensive line: Cute rebuild, needs work
New England’s line looked like a group that’d been through a few too many trust exercises. The rookies had messy moments and the veteran pieces weren’t enough to keep the quarterback upright. There were flashes of competence, but this unit still needs seasoning before it can be trusted in the big moments.
Sam Darnold: Not flawless, but a champion
Darnold’s game tape will be full of eyebrow raises — missed throws, awkward decisions, the usual human stuff. Still, he didn’t turn the ball over when it counted and now has the trophy to prove it. Not glamorous, but effective enough to get to the party and leave with the cake.
Mike Vrabel and Josh McDaniels: Questionable choices
There were some head-scratchers on the Patriots’ side — fourth-down hesitations and conservative playcalling that felt like watching someone play chess but forget the rules. When your coordinators don’t respond creatively, the coach looks worse for it. This one will be on the coaching staff’s highlight reel of “things to rethink.”
Mike Macdonald: Defensive wizardry
Macdonald turned Seattle’s defense into a puzzle the Patriots never solved. Creative blitzes, clever looks, and pressure from places where you least expected it. He’s young, a little unorthodox, and now a Super Bowl-winning mastermind. If you like defenses that make offenses cry, you’ve got a new poster child.
Drake Maye: A rough film study
Maye had gut-punch moments and some plays that will haunt him in slow motion. Under constant heat, he still managed flashes of arm talent, but turnovers and sacks piled up. The raw goods are there; now it’s about the refinement and being quicker on his feet and decisions.
Seahawks defense: From quiet assembly to headline act
This unit didn’t rely on superstar name recognition — they just executed. Several guys who were under-the-radar all season played like veterans in the biggest game. Pressure, tackle for loss, timely plays: the defense delivered a full course meal while the offense ordered fries.
Offense fans: You were denied fireworks
If you came for a shootout, this wasn’t the menu. The game had moments, but for long stretches it was a defensive slugfest. Conservative calls and missed offensive opportunities made this a slow-burn affair rather than a highlight reel.
Patriots secondary: The bright spot
Despite the offensive woes, New England’s young defensive backs were a pleasant surprise. They challenged passes, tackled downhill, and gave the offense some moments of hope. The secondary’s play was one of the few reasons Patriots fans could smile.
Stefon Diggs: A quiet curtain call
Diggs had a tough night for a player who’s used to being a difference-maker. Limited targets and tight coverage left him with a muted stat line, and a late scuffle didn’t help matters. Solid season overall, disappointing ending.
John Schneider: Roster wizard strikes again
Schneider has built another champion out of smart drafts, savvy trades, and some daring moves. The roster construction here wasn’t accidental — it was intentional and, at the end, deliciously effective. Give him the chessboard and watch him win.
Halftime wedding: Best surprise cameo
Yes, there was a wedding during the halftime show, and yes, it made the internet explode. The halftime spectacle had energy, a memorable moment, and left everyone talking — which, let’s be honest, is half the point.
Final thought
Super Bowl 60 was a reminder that defense still wins championships, that unexpected heroes become household names overnight, and that football can be equal parts brutal and beautiful. Seattle walked out with the trophy, a smirk, and a lot of reasons to celebrate. The rest of us are left with tape and opinions — and plenty to argue about until next season.
