The Seattle Seahawks open as favorites in the betting lines for Super Bowl LX 2026, where they will face the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 8, at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California. Early odds give the NFC team a slight advantage, reflecting their strong playoff performance, experience in high-pressure situations, and consistent play throughout the 2025 NFL season.
Why Seattle Is Favored in the Super Bowl LX Odds
Seattle’s favoritism is largely due to their dominant finish to the season and their victory over the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship Game. The Seahawks will be playing in their fourth Super Bowl, with one championship already in their history. Their roster has proven capable in decisive matches, a key factor for sportsbooks assigning them a slight edge over New England in early betting lines.
Patriots Enter as Underdogs Despite a Strong Season
The Patriots earned their Super Bowl LX berth after defeating the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship, a game played under challenging weather conditions. New England transformed their record dramatically, going from 4-13 in 2024 to 14-3 in 2025 under first-year head coach Mike Vrabel and quarterback Drake Maye in his second season as starter. Despite this remarkable turnaround, betting markets list them as underdogs against the Seahawks.
Historical Trends Add Uncertainty to Seattle’s Favoritism
If the Patriots remain underdogs, it would break a streak of eight consecutive Super Bowls in which New England opened as favorites. The last time they were not favored was in 2002, when they still captured the championship. Recent statistics also show that underdogs have won five consecutive Super Bowls, adding an element of unpredictability to Seattle’s favored status.
