In one of the most unexpected Super Bowl matchups in recent memory, the consensus expectations are fairly one-sided. The Seahawks have firmly established themselves as one of the NFL’s true elite teams.
They have dismantled overmatched opponents and manuevered their way into making pivotal plays in high-leverage situations to beat the league’s best. Despite all the concerns surrounding Sam Darnold, his confidence must be sky-high after his stellar performance against the Rams. Mike Macdonald’s team has done everything possible to make fans believe in how they built their roster and operate as a dynamic, cohesive unit.
While the Patriots deserve to be commended for their resurgence, there are notable flaws within their personnel and fortune on their playoff journey. That shouldn’t diminish what they have accomplished as a team that has shattered all expectations to be in this position. Overcoming two elite defenses in the Texans and Broncos deserves acknowledgement. Outperforming the Bills to earn two home playoff games was impressive. They deserve to be in the Super Bowl. How they win the game itself leaves most people with considerable doubt.
Over 80% of fans believe that the Seahawks will finish their astonishing season in style. Their swarming defense can make you believe they have 13 players on the field at times. How they’ve structured their offense by meshing the run and pass together has been masterful. Although the Patriots face a daunting challenge, they do have three former Falcons who have played key roles in their success. It’s not surprising to see which player the fans want to see win a Super Bowl the most.
Austin Hooper developed into a fan favorite in Atlanta over the years. His dependable hands, contested catch ability, and niftiness after the catch made him one of the better tight ends in the league by 2019. For him to be in the Super Bowl with the team that broke his heart nearly a decade ago is difficult to comprehend. That said, seeing a player from that terrific 2016 Falcons’ draft class win a championship would be a nice moment, knowing every one of them deserved to win one. Hooper has the chance to be the first player to do that.
Why do you believe the Seahawks will win the Super Bowl? How can the Patriots pull off the upset? Will you be thrilled for Austin Hooper if the Patriots win? Let us know below.
