Team Leaves Seattle for Super Bowl Week The Seahawks boarded a charter flight at Seattle‑Tacoma International Airport Sunday afternoon after a bus ride from the Virginia Mason Athletic Center, beginning a week of practices and media events in Santa Clara, California [1]. This marks Seattle’s fourth Super Bowl appearance and its first since the 2014 season [1]. Fans gathered near the headquarters and the airport to watch the send‑off [1].

Seahawks Earned Spot by Defeating Rams Seattle secured its berth by beating the Los Angeles Rams 31‑27 in the NFC championship, a victory that clinched the conference title [1][3]. The win set up a Super Bowl LX matchup against the New England Patriots on Feb. 8 at 3:30 p.m. in Santa Clara [3]. Both articles note the significance of the victory and the upcoming championship date.

Coaching Staff Emphasizes Routine Amid Hype Head coach Mike Macdonald said the squad remains “loose, focused, confident,” stressing that nine months of preparation kept the team “stacking every opportunity” while preserving normal routines [1]. Veteran receiver Cooper Kupp echoed the sentiment, urging daily focus rather than dwelling on the event’s scale [1]. The coaching emphasis aims to maintain performance consistency throughout Super Bowl week [1].

Fan Send‑Off Activities and Local Celebrations The Sea Hawkers Booster Club organized a “Sunday Sendoff,” encouraging fans to line freeway overpasses and International Boulevard in blue and green while waving 12‑flags [3]. Earlier, a drone show at Seattle Center’s Mural Amphitheatre displayed coordinated units 200‑400 feet high near the Space Needle, streamed live by KING 5 and presented with Snoqualmie Casino Hotel [2]. Both events highlight community involvement as the team prepares for the championship [2][3].