Overview of Super Bowl 60, Seahawks Dominant Win, Sam Darnold SB Winner, Hank's Recap From Santa Clara And Soggy Sorrows + Who's Back Of The Week
Part of My Take (Barstool Sports) breaks down Super Bowl 60: the Seattle Seahawks crushed the New England Patriots in a one-sided title game, Seattle’s defense and Kenneth Walker (Super Bowl MVP) led the way, and Sam Darnold capped a redemption arc as a Super Bowl winner. The episode mixes a play-by-play recap, Hank’s on-site suite report from Santa Clara, sponsor bits (Pepsi blind taste test, DraftKings, SimpliSafe, etc.), halftime-show takes, in-studio banter (including a painful $40K lost bet), and the usual “Who’s Back of the Week” segments.
Key takeaways
- Seahawks = Super Bowl 60 champions after an overwhelmingly dominant performance from start to finish.
- Seattle’s defense (coached/schemed by Mike McDonald) completely controlled the game; Patriots offense was stalled for long stretches.
- Kenneth Walker named Super Bowl MVP; Jason Myers and special teams were huge contributors.
- Sam Darnold gets a major narrative win — from doubted QB to Super Bowl champion.
- Hank’s on-site report captures the surreal suite vibes, the rapid deflation of Patriots optimism, and the show’s long-form postgame Q&A (including soggy sorrows shower bit).
Game recap (what happened on the field)
- Final impression: an emphatic Seahawks beatdown rather than a close game. Through three quarters the Patriots had only 78 total yards and five first downs — the game was ugly for New England at every phase.
- Seahawks strengths:
- Defensive mastery by Mike McDonald: constant pressure, disguises and coverage adjustments, six sacks, two INTs, a fumble recovery and a defensive touchdown (stat line from show).
- Special teams and kicking: Jason Myers delivered multiple field goals and was a reliable points-scorer.
- Running game: Kenneth Walker carried the offense, making explosive plays and taking pressure off the passing game.
- Ball security and fundamentals: Seahawks reportedly went through the playoffs with virtually no turnovers; playoff-era discipline carried to the Super Bowl.
- Patriots: sporadic offensive flashes (a touchdown drive gave temporary belief) but too many three-and-outs, a costly turnover (interception → pick-six), and pass-protection/pressure issues (Will Campbell flagged for many pressures).
- Outcome: Seahawks earned praise as a full-team, top-to-bottom roster and deserved champions for the season.
Hank (on-site) — vibes and eyewitness notes
- Hank attended the game from a suite: high pregame energy, minimal logistics problems (party bus, quick entry), celebrity sightings (Mark Davis, Gavin Newsom mentioned).
- Timeline of realization:
- First half: Hank thought Patriots were still live because the score was manageable; he credited Sam Darnold for steadiness despite early scares.
- Third quarter: Seahawks’ control hardened — Hank called the third quarter “where my dreams died.” The drive-ending fumble/turnover moments swung momentum irrecoverably.
- Game atmosphere: surreal highs pregame, then mounting frustration as the Patriots failed to generate sustainable offense; Hank recounted suite chatter, missed challenges, and coaching/clock decisions.
- Postgame: Hank handled on-show grilling calmly, endured the banter, and participated in the show’s soggy-sorrows (getting doused on camera) bit.
Memorable moments & non-game highlights
- Pepsi blind taste test: hosts did a live Pepsi Zero Sugar vs. Coke Zero Sugar blind taste test and preferred Pepsi Zero Sugar (sponsor bit).
- Halftime show reaction: heavy criticism from hosts — Bad Bunny headlined; Lady Gaga appeared to try to salvage energy; show split opinion but many hosts called it a poor halftime for the Super Bowl audience.
- Betting drama: PFT revealed a $40,000 bet on the Patriots and lost—this was a recurring comedic thread for the episode and contributors.
- “Soggy Sorrows”: Hank and PFT participate in the show’s wet-shower bit postgame as part of the podcast ritual.
- Squad/roster callouts: John Schneider (GM) and Mike McDonald credited for roster construction and defensive scheming; pickups like Demarcus Lawrence and draft hits (e.g., Devin Witherspoon) noted as big contributors.
Analysis & implications
- Sam Darnold narrative: his Super Bowl win reframes his career arc — a player formerly written off who delivered in the playoffs and now has the championship resume to show for it. The hosts emphasized this as meaningful validation, not an “along-for-the-ride” win.
- Mike McDonald (Seahawks HC/defensive play-caller): acclaimed as a defensive genius; the win is notable because he called the defensive plays as head coach and produced perhaps the best coached defensive performance in a title game that season.
- John Schneider: praised for roster construction (drafts, free-agent moves) that rebuilt the Seahawks quickly into a top-tier team.
- Patriots questions: some hosts raised the idea New England’s 2025 team might be historically bad for a Super Bowl participant — that debate was left open and expected to be discussed by others postgame.
- Roster/market effects: Super Bowl win raises franchise value and player market leverage (Kenneth Walker’s payday expected to increase; Seahawks ownership value discussion touched on).
Notable quotes & lines
- “They were the best team in the league... deserving champions start to finish.”
- “An absolute masterclass by Mike McDonald — his defense controlled the game.”
- “Through three quarters the Patriots had 78 total yards and five first downs.”
- On Sam Darnold: a redemption storyline — “He played a perfect game in the NFC title game; tonight he didn’t get carried.”
Odds, bets, and what’s next (from the episode)
- Early DraftKings futures (mentioned on show): Seahawks listed 9.5-1 to repeat (post-Super Bowl futures snapshot discussed live), Patriots 13-1, Rams 9.5-1, others noted.
- Upcoming content: Part of My Take scheduled Versillo on Wednesday, Tim Woods (Dungeons & Dragons special) Friday, and more college basketball coverage.
- College basketball and other “who’s back” topics will dominate the hosts’ attention in the immediate post-football window.
“Who’s Back of the Week” (hosts’ picks)
- PFT: College basketball — March and the tournament season are back; hosts hyped the loaded field and rivalry energy (Duke–UNC fallout, crowd storming).
- Big Cat / others: Lindsey Vonn (hopes for recovery after crash), space travel hype (moon/Mars), and merch shout (Hank toys restocked briefly).
- Note: Hosts highlighted college hoops’ strong year (Arizona, Kansas, Michigan, Gonzaga, UConn, etc.) and called it a must-watch stretch.
Action items / quick recommendations from the show
- If you follow the podcast: expect recaps, more playoff/season analysis, and college basketball deep-dives over the next 6–8 weeks.
- For bettors/readers: offseason lines and futures will shift — the hosts suggest watching roster moves (QBs, free agency) and the Seahawks’ championship-driven futures.
- For listeners who want the live vibe: Hank’s on-site report is recommended — it captures the emotional arc of going from pregame euphoria to postgame dejection.
Final note
This episode blends an emphatic Seahawks Super Bowl recap with on-the-ground reporting (Hank), sponsor-driven bits (Pepsi taste test), in-studio comedy and grief (lost bets, soggy sorrows), and offseason pivots (college basketball & next-season odds). If you want the game narrative without listening to the whole broadcast, key themes to take away are: Seattle’s defense dominated; Kenneth Walker was the game MVP; Sam Darnold redeemed his narrative by leading a championship team; and Mike McDonald/John Schneider get major credit for building and scheming a title winner.