Patriots, Seahawks Set for Controversy-Tinged Super Bowl
Last update: February 8, 2026
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New England seeking record seventh Lombardi Trophy.....
The biggest event in American sports kicks off Sunday as the New England Patriots take on the Seattle Seahawks at a Super Bowl tinged by controversy over Bad Bunny's half-time show.
More than 120 million Americans are expected to tune in for an annual pop culture nonpareil, which this year features two teams nobody expected to reach the NFL championship decider.
The Seahawks, boasting the league's best defense, are the marginal favorites. But they come up against a Patriots team who know how to win.
The Seahawks have just one Super Bowl in their trophy cabinet, and their most recent appearance came in a 2015 loss to Brady's Patriots.
For Seattle to get revenge in Sunday's rematch, quarterback Sam Darnold must shed his long-standing reputation for wilting under pressure.
Journeyman Darnold passed through four NFL clubs before emerging revitalized with a superb debut year in Seattle.
A win Sunday would be historic for the Patriots, who are currently tied with the Pittsburgh Steelers for the most Super Bowl titles with six.
