"The Patriots were considered the underdogs going into Super Bowl LX, and that was the mentality they adopted after facing a gauntlet of defenses in the playoffs. The defense was playing at the highest level, while the offense fell behind after mostly impressing during the regular season, with Drake Maye leading the way. The second-year quarterback fell a few pegs with his struggles in the postseason, however, and his weaknesses were on full display against a very good Seahawks defense on Sunday."
"Aside from his turnovers and poor decision-making, the offensive line didn't give him any support, and it ultimately led to the team's demise as they lost 29-13. It was a game that Patriots fans immediately wished could be replayed, mainly since the team performed so well during the regular season, going 14-3. That sentiment was felt by Maye, too, as he stated in the aftermath of the game."
""I'd like to go back to the beginning and redo it."-Drake Maye on the Patriots' performance in the Super Bowl. pic.twitter.com/hhsr8HHWWF- SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) February 9, 2026 If only that were possible. But in reality, it's not, and now they go into the 2026 offseason with clear priorities for the roster. They'll have a lot of big decisions to make with those heading to free agency and the big-name players expected to be on the trade market."
The Patriots entered Super Bowl LX as underdogs after a difficult playoff gauntlet. The defense performed at an elite level, while the offense fell behind despite a 14-3 regular season led by Drake Maye. Maye struggled in the postseason and against the Seahawks, showing turnovers, poor decision-making, and a lack of protection from the offensive line. The team lost 29-13, leaving fans and Maye wishing for a redo. The roster now faces significant offseason priorities, including impending free agents and trade candidates, with one season left to build around Maye before his first contract extension.
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