Super Bowl 60 Date, Venue, and Rematch History The NFL will stage Super Bowl 60 on Feb. 8, 2026, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, reviving the 2015 championship where New England defeated Seattle 28‑24. The Patriots chase a record seventh Lombardi Trophy, while the Seahawks aim for their second title. Both outlets confirm the matchup and location[1][2].

Patriots Secure AFC Spot with 10‑7 Win Over Broncos New England defeated the Denver Broncos 10‑7 in the AFC championship, improving to 17‑3 for the season and earning its 12th Super Bowl appearance. Drake Maye scored a 6‑yard touchdown run after a Jarrett Stidham turnover, and the victory marked the Patriots’ first conference‑title game since the Tom Brady era ended. The win is reported by both King5 and the AP[1][2].

Seahawks Capture NFC Crown by Beating Rams 31‑27 Seattle overcame the Los Angeles Rams 31‑27 in the NFC championship, delivering the franchise’s fourth Super Bowl appearance and its first conference title since 2014. Quarterback Sam Darnold threw for 346 yards and three touchdowns without a turnover. Both sources highlight Darnold’s performance and the defensive effort that limited the Rams[1][2].

Drake Maye Becomes Second‑Youngest Super Bowl Starter The 23‑year‑old Patriots quarterback, a finalist for AP NFL MVP and Offensive Player of the Year, will start the title game behind Dan Marino in age. Maye joins a short list of second‑year quarterbacks to reach a Super Bowl, including Mahomes, Burrow, and Purdy. His playoff résumé includes a rushing touchdown and modest passing numbers in a snow‑soaked second half, as noted by both outlets[1][2].

Mike Vrabel Eyes Historic Player‑Coach Double Former linebacker Vrabel transformed a 4‑13 Patriots team into a 14‑3 contender in his first season and hopes to become the first to win a Super Bowl as both player and head coach for the same franchise. He was also named a finalist for AP NFL Coach of the Year. Both articles stress Vrabel’s unique ambition and rapid turnaround[1][2].

Patriots Defense Sets Postseason Points‑Allowed Record New England’s defense surrendered only 26 points across three playoff games, an average of 8.7 points per game, the fewest since the 2000 Ravens. The offense averaged just 18 points per game, the lowest total for a Super Bowl team since the 1979 Rams. These defensive and offensive statistics are highlighted by both reports[1][2].