Seahawks Favored Over Patriots in Super Bowl 60 Odds
As the countdown to Super Bowl 60 begins, a thrilling matchup awaits fans, featuring the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots. The Seahawks are currently favored to win, with BetMGM listing them as 5-point favorites.
Super Bowl 60 Overview
The Seattle Seahawks triumphed over the Los Angeles Rams in a remarkable NFC championship game. Meanwhile, in a more difficult AFC battle, the New England Patriots secured their spot by defeating a backup quarterback amidst a snowstorm.
Betting Odds
- Seahawks favored by 5 points
- Moneyline odds for Seattle are -235
- Seahawks’ odds imply a 70% chance of winning
- Point total set at 46.5
Quarterback Matchup
The Super Bowl will feature Sam Darnold for Seattle and Drake Maye for New England. Both quarterbacks are preparing for their first Super Bowl starts, a significant milestone in their careers.
- Drake Maye: Enjoying a breakout season in his second year
- Sam Darnold: Previously struggled with the New York Jets and Carolina Panthers
Season Expectations
At the beginning of the season, both the Seahawks and Patriots were viewed as long shots. Seattle had 60-to-1 odds to win the Super Bowl, while New England was at 80-to-1. This translates to both teams having less than a 2% chance to reach the championship.
Historical Context
This Super Bowl marks a pivotal moment for both franchises. The Patriots find themselves in their first Super Bowl since the Tom Brady era, which ended seven years ago. Conversely, the Seahawks aim to claim victory in their first Super Bowl appearance in 11 years.
In their last Super Bowl meeting, the Patriots edged out the Seahawks 28-24 in Arizona. Seattle had the lead before the Patriots launched a late comeback.
Conclusion
As Super Bowl 60 approaches, excitement builds for what promises to be an intriguing clash between two teams that defied the odds. Seattle is poised to take the field as the favored team, but the Patriots and their history could make for an unforgettable championship.
