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Super Bowl LX Expert Predictions: Seahawks or Patriots to Lift the Lombardi?
The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots will meet in Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California, on Sunday, February 8. Coverage begins at 10pm on Sky Sports NFL, with kickoff expected around 11:30pm (UK time).
As anticipation builds, the Sky Sports NFL team has shared its predictions for the championship clash, with most experts favoring Seattle.
Ndamukong Suh: Seattle’s Defense Will Decide It
Prediction: Seahawks 35–28 Patriots
Ndamukong Suh expects a memorable matchup, similar to previous meetings between the two teams. He believes Seattle has learned from past mistakes and will avoid costly decisions this time around.
According to Suh, the Seahawks’ strength lies in their dominant defense and a complementary offense. While Sam Darnold will receive recognition, he won’t be the central storyline. Instead, Suh points to Leonard Williams and Seattle’s defensive unit as the real difference-makers. New England, he adds, has a bright future — but this year belongs to Seattle.
Phoebe Schecter: Defense Wins Championships
Prediction: Seahawks 27–21 Patriots
Phoebe Schecter sees this Super Bowl coming down to defensive execution. Seattle’s defense, she notes, has been consistently elite and capable of controlling games.
She questions how New England will cope, especially given their uneven offensive performances in recent playoff games. Schecter believes the Patriots’ defense must disguise coverages and confuse Sam Darnold. On offense, she says Drake Maye will need to rely on his mobility, as Seattle has shown vulnerability to mobile quarterbacks at times.
Neil Reynolds: Seahawks Are Too Complete
Prediction: Seahawks 31–20 Patriots
Neil Reynolds credits the Patriots for their impressive turnaround this season. However, he sees Seattle as a more complete and dangerous team.
While New England’s offense should improve after battling harsh weather conditions, Reynolds believes Seattle’s defense will be overwhelming. With Darnold supported by Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Kenneth Walker, he predicts Seattle will pull away.
Hannah Wilkes: Seattle’s Experience Shows
Prediction: Seahawks 27–18 Patriots
Hannah Wilkes highlights the balance on both sides of the ball. She believes Seattle’s elite defense will limit Drake Maye’s impact, making it difficult for New England to keep pace.
Although the Patriots’ defense will pose problems, Wilkes feels Seattle’s experience and overall completeness will be decisive. In her view, this is Seattle’s moment to reclaim Super Bowl glory.
Olivia Harlan Dekker: Early Control by Seattle
Prediction: Seahawks 31–10 Patriots
Olivia Harlan Dekker expects a decisive performance if Sam Darnold plays close to his NFC Championship level. She points to Seattle’s offensive creativity and New England’s red-zone struggles as key factors.
She also anticipates Seattle’s defense to apply constant pressure on Maye, potentially ending the contest early.
Jason Bell: One Big Play Will Swing It
Prediction: Seahawks 25–20 Patriots
Jason Bell predicts a tight, defensive battle. He believes the game will hinge on a turnover and one explosive play downfield.
Bell expects Seattle to deliver that moment, likely through play-action connecting Darnold with Smith-Njigba.
Jeff Reinebold: Built for the Grind
Prediction: Seahawks 24–17 Patriots
Jeff Reinebold sees Seattle as battle-tested and built for postseason football. He highlights Kenneth Walker’s ability to control the game on the ground and Smith-Njigba’s elite playmaking.
Tight end AJ Barner is his X-factor. Reinebold expects a close game, decided by turnovers and special teams, with Seattle ultimately prevailing.
Efe Obada: Too Close to Call
Prediction: No score given
Efe Obada stops short of naming a winner. He praises both head coaches and highlights the physicality of each defense.
With elite matchups across the field and two quarterbacks under pressure to protect the football, Obada expects a low-scoring game. In his view, Super Bowl LX could come down to the final moments.
Cam Hogwood: Seattle’s Pressure Tells Late
Prediction: Seahawks 27–24 Patriots
Cam Hogwood believes Seattle’s defensive scheme, led by Mike Macdonald and Aden Durde, will ultimately unsettle Drake Maye. While praising Maye’s MVP-caliber season, he points to protection issues and ball security concerns.
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