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New England Patriots vs Seattle Seahawks Preview: Super Bowl LX Odds, Tips, & Predictions

Date: Sunday, Feb 8th, 2026 Tip-Off Time: 6:30 p.m. ET Venue: Levi's Stadium, Santa Clara, California TV: NBC Streaming: Stream with Peacock Records: New England Patriots (14-3), Seattle Seahawks (14-3) Last Meeting: New England Patriots 20-23 (Overtime) Seattle Seahawks (September 15th, 2024 | NFL) SportsBoom previews the Super Bowl LX matchup between the AFC champions, the New England Patriots, and the NFC champions, the Seattle Seahawks, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, on Sunday, 8th February 2026. The Patriots will be seeking to claim their seventh Super Bowl title in franchise history. The Seattle Seahawks, on the other hand, will be looking to claim their second Super Bowl title in franchise history. Be sure to check out our full preview and place your bets on the top NFL betting sites in the USA.

Ian Wanyeki
Ian Wanyeki

Last updated: 2026-02-03

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Dareke Young #83 of the Seattle Seahawks celebrates with teammates

Dareke Young #83 of the Seattle Seahawks celebrates with teammates / Getty Images

Pre-Game Odds and Win Probability

  1. Patriots: 2.9 (+190) – 34.5%

  2. Seahawks: 1.44 (-225)- 69.2%

    *Odds courtesy of BetMGM, subject to change

Head-to-Head Record

Last five meetings (NFL)

  1. 15/09/2024 New England Patriots 20-23 (OT) Seattle Seahawks at Gillette Stadium

  2. 20/09/2020 Seattle Seahawks 35-30 New England Patriots at Lumen Field

  3. 13/11/2016 New England Patriots 24-31 Seattle Seahawks at Gillette Stadium

  4. 01/02/2015 Seattle Seahawks 24-28 New England Patriots at Lumen Field

  5. 14/10/2012 Seattle Seahawks 24-23 New England Patriots at Lumen Field

14/10/2012 Seattle Seahawks 24-23 New England Patriots at Lumen Field

The last five games have witnessed the Patriots claim five victories, which were against the Broncos (10-7), the Texans (28-16), the Chargers (16-3), the Dolphins (38-10), and the Jets (42-10). 

The Patriots have had a remarkable season so far. Their offense is one of the most potent in the NFL. It’s young, explosive, and consistently improving. On the other hand, their defense ranks eighth in the NFL with a score of 294.5. Their rushing defense is fifth with a rating of 101.7, and their passing defense is ninth with a rating of 193.5. 

New England Patriots Offense vs. Seattle Seahawks Defense

The Patriots run a modified “Erhardt-Perkins” offensive system, known for balancing the pass to score with the run to control the game. Under new head coach Mike Vrabel, they emphasize a well-rounded approach, using motion and play-action to create coverage conflicts for defenses. The team has a strong receiving corps and explosive running backs that have supported their MVP-contending quarterback, Drake Maye.

The Seahawks defense, under Mike Macdonald, on the other hand, employs a "multiplicity" approach, utilizing hybrid 3-4 and 4-3 looks to confuse quarterbacks. The team is a heavy user of split-field coverage (Cover 6, Cover 8) to blanket opposing receivers.

Key Players to Watch

  • Drake Maye (Quarterback)
    Drake Maye’s production has taken a significant leap, and he is a major reason why the Patriots are back in the Super Bowl. Maye has accumulated four touchdowns and 533 passing yards and two interceptions in this postseason.
  • TreVeyon Henderson (Running back)
    TreVeyon Henderson has been a surprise revelation for the Patriots. The rookie has rushed for 57 yards this postseason.
  • Stefon Diggs (Wide Receiver)
    Stefon Diggs has consistently continued his positive production for the Patriots, registering one touchdown and 73 receiving yards.

New England Patriots Injury Report

Although the Patriots have some of their starters questionable for the Super Bowl, they are all expected to be back during the week.

Seattle Seahawks Form - WWWWW (Last Five Results)

Over the last five fixtures, the Seahawks have claimed five victories against the Rams (31-27) and (38-37), the 49ers (41-6) and (13-3), and the Panthers (27-10).

The Seahawks offense, led by quarterback Sam Darnold and offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, has transformed into an explosive, high-functioning unit peaking in the playoffs.

On the other hand, their defense ranks sixth in the NFL with a score of 285.9. Their rushing defense is third with a rating of 91.9, and their passing defense is tenth with a rating of 193.9. They have a turnover differential of -3, which ranks 19th in the NFL, and they are first in points allowed with 17.2.

Seattle Seahawks Offense vs New England Patriots Defense

The Seahawks offense initially created explosive plays by passing out of heavy sets. The offense adapted by relying more on a consistent, grinding run game to complement Darnold's passing. They utilize heavy 12/21 personnel to create run-pass balance, setting up big-play opportunities for receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba.

The Patriots’ defense showed strength in run-stopping early in the season, ranking in the top 5 in yards/carry. The defense has leaped to a whole new level, producing dominant displays in the postseason. The Patriots’ defense is on the best playoff run we've seen since the 2000 Ravens, allowing just 26 points through their three wins.

Key Players to Watch

  • Sam Darnold (Quarterback)
    Sam Darnold has revitalized his career, transitioning from a highly touted but struggling top-three draft pick and journeyman into a Super Bowl contender and MVP candidate. Darnold has accumulated four touchdowns and 470 passing yards and zero interceptions in this postseason.
  • Kenneth Walker III (Running back)
    Kenneth Walker III has been on a tear this postseason, providing one of the most potent running games that complements Darnold’s passing game. He has tallied four touchdowns and 178 rushing yards.
  • Jaxon Smith-Njigba (Wide receiver)
    Jaxon Smith-Njigba has amassed two touchdowns on 172 receiving yards this postseason. He is an explosive yet elusive runner that Darnold loves to have on the receiving end of his passes.

Seattle Seahawks Injury Report

The Seahawks have a clean bill of health with all their starters ready to play in the Super Bowl. This is a tremendous boost for the team regarding chemistry and performance.

Predicted Line-Ups (Offense & Defense)

New England Patriots

Offense:
QB: Drake Maye
RB: TreVeyon Henderson
WR: Stefon Diggs, Kayshon Boutte, and Mack Hollins
TE: Hunter Henry
OL: Jack Westover, Will Campbell, Jared Wilson, Garrett Bradbury, Mike Onwenu, and Morgan
Moses

Defense:
DE: Christian Barmore and Milton Williams
DT: Khyiris Tonga
LB: Harold Landry III, Robert Spillane, Christian Elliss, K’Lavon Chaisson, and Marcus Jones
CB: Carlton Davis III and Christian Gonzalez
S: Jaylinn Hawkins and Craig Woodson

Seattle Seahawks

Offense:

QB: Sam Darnold
RB: Kenneth Walker III
WR: Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Cooper Kupp, and Rashid Shaheed
TE: AJ Barner
OL: Robbie Ouzts, Charles Cross, Grey Zabel, Jalen Sundell, Anthony Bradford, and Abraham Lucas

Defense:

DE: DeMarcus Lawrence and Derick Hall
DT: Byron Murphy II and Leonard Williams
LB: Drake Thomas, Ernest Jones IV, Uchenna Nwosu, and Nick Emmanwori
CB: Devon Witherspoon and Josh Jobe
S: Coby Bryant and Julian Love

Suggested Main Bets

  1. Seahawks to Win – This team’s offense and defense have been on par this season, unlike their counterpart’s offense, which has not been on the same level as the defense.

  2. Total Points: Under 45.5 – Both teams have high-octane defenses, and they have moved a notch higher during the postseason. 

  3. The Seahawks to Cover a -4.5 Point Spread: The Seahawks’ offense ranks third in points for with (28.4 points per game), and although the Patriots have one of the best defenses, the Seahawks are likely to hit this target. 

Prop Bets & Same-Game Parlay Ideas

Before you place anything, take a quick look at how the market is shaping up across licensed betting sites in the USA. If the total starts dropping because money is coming in on the defenses, grabbing the under early can be the smarter play, while waiting can sometimes get you a friendlier spread on Seattle if late support shows up for New England.

  1. Kenneth Walker: Over 63.5 rushing yards – Walker has been on a tear in the postseason, and he has achieved four rushing touchdowns. 

  2. Derrick Maye: Over 250 Passing Yards – Derrick May has not lived up to his regular-season MVP-caliber performance in the postseason. However, he is still capable of lighting the game up with passing yards, making this bet a rational possibility. 

Prediction

The Patriots will be playing in their 12th Super Bowl and 11th under owner Robert Kraft, the most in NFL history, while the Seahawks hope to avenge their last loss in the Super Bowl, which coincidentally was a 28-24 loss against the Patriots in Super Bowl XLIX in 2015. Although this game will be like a checkmate chess match between two dominant schemes, the Seahawks will most likely clinch the victory. 

Ian Wanyeki
Ian WanyekiSports Writer

Ian Wanyeki is a Nairobi-based sports journalist with a strong passion for sport and an impressive grasp of multiple disciplines. A Bachelor of Science graduate from Kenyatta University, he has worked as a sports analyst at Covenant Television Network, a sports reporter at NTV, and a correspondent and contributor for Quartz Africa.