The Seattle Seahawks did not just win Super Bowl LX, they suffocated it. A relentless defensive performance crushed the New England Patriots 29-13 at Levi’s Stadium and delivered Seattle’s second championship. On a tense night in California, defence ruled, belief held firm, and a long season of quiet confidence ended in glory.
This Super Bowl was billed as a clash of defences, and Seattle ensured it stayed that way. The Seahawks sacked Patriots quarterback Drake Maye six times, forced three turnovers, and scored a decisive defensive touchdown. New England, chasing a record seventh title, never found rhythm or relief.
At the heart of it all was Aden Durde. The British defensive coordinator became the first overseas coach to win a Super Bowl, overseeing a unit now known as the “Dark Side.” Seattle’s defence earned its place in franchise lore alongside the Legion of Boom.
“We went to the dark side tonight,” head coach Mike Macdonald told NBC. “We love our players. They made it happen.” His words matched the mood, pride, joy, and a sense of arrival.
The opening half set the tone. Jason Myers kicked three field goals as the Patriots punted on all five first-half possessions. New England managed only four first downs and 52 yards before the break.
Seattle struck early in the fourth quarter. A Drake Maye turnover set up Sam Darnold’s touchdown pass to tight end AJ Barner. Moments later, Uchenna Nwosu intercepted Maye and returned it 45 yards for a touchdown, turning control into dominance.
Kenneth Walker III carried the offence with calm authority. He rushed for 135 yards on 27 carries and was named Super Bowl MVP. It was a family moment too, played in front of his father’s first ever NFL game.
“My dad never likes crowds,” Walker said. “This is his first NFL game, and we won the Super Bowl, so it means a lot.” His runs kept the clock moving and the pressure constant.
Sam Darnold’s story was quieter but just as powerful. Once written off, now a champion, the quarterback leaned on defence and discipline. “I didn’t have my best stuff today, but the team had my back,” he said.
For New England, the night unraveled fast. Maye, who impressed all season, was hunted from the first snap. Seattle’s pressure came from everywhere, even cornerback Devon Witherspoon claimed a sack.
“That group up front knew they had to play unselfish,” Durde said. “Someone was going to get a sack, and it didn’t matter who.” The numbers backed it up.
Mike Vrabel’s Patriots showed brief life when Maye found Mack Hollins for a touchdown. Hope lasted minutes. Two more interceptions followed, and Rhamondre Stevenson’s late score only softened the margin.
Seattle’s win also carried history. It avenged their Super Bowl loss to New England 11 years earlier. It confirmed a bold rebuild under Macdonald and validated a culture built on trust.
“We loved each other, we believed in each other, and now we’re champions,” Macdonald said. On this night, belief was enough.
