Mike Macdonald, champion Seahawks go from hunters to hunted: 'We're target No. 1 now'

Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald is already preparing for the 2026 season after leading the team to a 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX, marking the Seahawks' second championship in 12 years. Seattle's dominant performance included shutting out the Patriots for the first 47 minutes and sacking MVP runner-up Drake Maye six times. This win solidifies the Seahawks as a leading team in the NFC, a stark contrast to their preseason 60-to-1 odds of winning the Super Bowl.

Macdonald emphasized the team's commitment to innovation and maintaining their edge as they transition from underdogs to a top target for competitors. Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III and quarterback Sam Darnold, who silenced skeptics with his performance, will be celebrated in a parade scheduled for Wednesday in Seattle.

The Seahawks face key offseason tasks, including replacing offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, who confirmed he is joining the Las Vegas Raiders as their head coach. The team also