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February 9, 2026

The Distracting Excess of the Super Bowl

Players need to do more than play—they also need to ignore the spectacle around them.

The Distracting Excess of the Super Bowl

TL;DR

  • The Super Bowl's monumental excess tests NFL teams' ability to focus.
  • The Seattle Seahawks, known for their defensive strength and unshowy nature, won the Super Bowl against the New England Patriots.
  • Key Seahawks players, including quarterback Sam Darnold, displayed resilience, having overcome past setbacks and lack of high school recognition.
  • The game was played amidst extreme commercialization and celebrity culture, with expensive food and entertainment options.
  • The Patriots' quarterback, Drake Maye, faced numerous distractions and pressure, ultimately contributing to the team's loss.
  • Sam Darnold's journey exemplifies the Seahawks' team perspective of using adversity to achieve success.

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