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Vrabel's Patriots Fall in Super Bowl Thriller
10 Feb
Summary
- Patriots lost Super Bowl LX to the Seahawks 29-13.
- Mike Vrabel's first year as coach saw a return to winning culture.
- The team faces a challenging 2026 season with a target on their back.
The New England Patriots fell short in Super Bowl LX, losing 29-13 to the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium. This marked the end of an unexpectedly successful first year under Head Coach Mike Vrabel, who was hired with the goal of improving upon the team's previous 4-13 record.
Vrabel's return to the organization, where he won three Super Bowls as a player, instilled a culture that propelled the Patriots back to the championship game for the first time in seven years. His leadership was instrumental in overcoming a challenging playoff path, which included victories against three top-five defenses in the AFC.
However, the Patriots' offense struggled against the Seahawks' formidable defense, failing to score through the first three quarters. The loss was attributed to the Seahawks' strong performance rather than a poor showing by the Patriots. Looking ahead to the 2026 season, the Patriots anticipate increased challenges with a target on their back, but Vrabel and the team welcome this status change as they prepare for free agency and the NFL Draft.
