US EditionCooper Kupp Headlines Former Inland Northwest College Stars in Super Bowl LX
ESPN's model favors the Seahawks with a 60.2% win probability based on playoff wins and key performances including Cooper Kupp's NFC title game impact.
- On Feb. 8, ESPN projects the Seattle Seahawks have a 60.2% chance to beat the New England Patriots in Super Bowl 60, airing on NBC and streaming via FUBO in Santa Clara.
- ESPN's early preview had all 11 writers pick the Seattle Seahawks, while analysts Dan Orlovsky, Field Yates, and Jeremy Fowler cited Seattle's defense and roster depth after wins over the Rams and Broncos.
- Cooper Kupp, former Super Bowl MVP and former Eastern Washington receiver, headlines Inland Northwest players while Sam Darnold, Seahawks quarterback, threw for 346 yards and three touchdowns in the NFC Championship.
- Betting coverage notes that DraftKings Sportsbook lists the Seahawks at-230 and Patriots at +190 with a-4.5 spread, while publisher Gannett warns of gambling risks and may earn referral revenue.
- With strong regional ties, five former Inland Northwest college players appear on the Seahawks and Patriots rosters in Santa Clara, and this game rematches Super Bowl XLIX, famous for Malcolm Butler's interception.
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