
Why Special Teams Matter After the Seahawks’ Super Bowl LX Triumph
In the 29-13 win by the Seattle Seahawks over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX, special teams played a larger role than many realize. Seattle’s investment in elite kicking and punting helped the team build an early lead and maintain control throughout the game. The Seahawks’ kicker, Jason Myers, set a Super Bowl record by converting five field goals, and punter Michael Dickson consistently pinned the Patriots deep. Meanwhile, New England relied on rookie specialists with far less experience and lower payroll investment. The contrast in roster construction and execution across special teams contributed to field position advantages and critical points that shaped the outcome of the game.




