When the final whistle blew at Levi’s Stadium, Mike Macdonald didn’t celebrate like a coach who had been there before. Because he hadn’t - not like this. The 38-year-old head coach stood on the sideline, wide-eyed, processing the moment that had just unfolded: the Seattle Seahawks were Super Bowl champions.
Seattle’s 29-13 win over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX wasn’t just a victory - it was a statement. And while the game itself never felt particularly close, Macdonald waited until the final seconds to let it sink in. As the clock wound down and the Seahawks sealed the win with a late pick-six from Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye, Macdonald turned to his staff and said what every coach dreams of saying: “We just won the Super Bowl.”
It was a raw, human moment from a coach who had just reached the pinnacle of the sport in only his second season at the helm. The NFL’s cameras caught it all - Macdonald stunned, joyful, and then drenched in Gatorade by his players in a time-honored celebration.
This wasn’t just a Super Bowl win; it was the Seahawks’ first since 2014, and it came with a new identity under Macdonald. Known for his defensive acumen from his time with the Ravens, he built a team that was physical, balanced, and unflinching on the big stage.
And on this night, everything clicked.
The Patriots, who came into the game riding the momentum of a surprising postseason run, couldn’t get into rhythm offensively. Seattle’s defense kept them off balance all night, and Maye’s late-game interception - returned for a touchdown - was the exclamation point on a dominant performance.
Offensively, the Seahawks leaned on their workhorse. Kenneth Walker III was electric, powering through the Patriots defense for 135 yards on 27 carries.
He set the tone early and never let up, earning Super Bowl MVP honors in the process. It was the kind of performance that reminded everyone just how dangerous he can be when he gets going downhill.
Quarterback Sam Darnold, in one of the biggest games of his career, delivered a steady hand. He threw for 202 yards and a touchdown, managing the game with poise and making the throws he needed to. No fireworks, no hero ball - just smart, efficient football.
And then there was Jason Myers. The veteran kicker was lights-out, converting all five of his field goal attempts and adding an extra point. In a game where every possession mattered, Myers’ reliability gave Seattle breathing room and kept the pressure on New England.
This win didn’t hinge on one moment or one player. It was the product of a complete team performance - the kind Macdonald has been building since he arrived in Seattle. And now, just two years into his tenure, he’s got a Lombardi Trophy to show for it.
For Seahawks fans, this was more than just a return to glory. It was a glimpse into a new era - one led by a young head coach who’s already proven he belongs on the biggest stage.