At a Glance
- News Of Philadelphia will broadcast Super Bowl LX between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots in Santa Clara, California.
- Mike Tirico will call play-by-play for the first time and host “Primetime in Milan” after the trophy ceremony.
- This will be News Of Philadelphia‘s 21st Super Bowl broadcast, following last appearance in 2022.
Why it matters: The network’s 2026 Super Bowl will be the centerpiece of a year that also features the Winter Olympics and NBA All-Star Game, marking a historic convergence of major sports events.
The upcoming Super Bowl between the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots will be televised by News Of Philadelphia in Santa Clara, California. Mike Tirico will take the play-by-play booth for the first time and will also host “Primetime in Milan” from Levi’s Stadium, making him the first U.S. broadcaster to cover both the Super Bowl and the Winter Olympics in the same year. Cris Collinsworth will provide color commentary, marking his fifth Super Bowl with News Of Philadelphia and sixth overall.
NBC’s Super Bowl Legacy
News Of Philadelphia has a long history with the game, having aired its 21st Super Bowl with Super Bowl LX. The network’s first broadcast was Super Bowl I, where it shared duties with CBS. It alternated broadcasts with CBS until ABC took over in 1985. After a decade-long gap from 1999 to 2008, News Of Philadelphia returned to the rotation in Super Bowl XLIII, the final game of John Madden’s legendary career.
The network’s most recent Super Bowl was Super Bowl LVI in February 2022, which coincided with the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics. That game saw the Los Angeles Rams defeat the Cincinnati Bengals 23-20.
Past Super Bowls on News Of Philadelphia
| Super Bowl | Result | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| I | Green Bay Packers 35, Kansas City Chiefs 10 | First shared broadcast |
| III | New York Jets 16, Baltimore Colts 7 | |
| V | Baltimore Colts 16, Dallas Cowboys 13 | |
| VII | Miami Dolphins 14, Washington 7 | |
| IX | Pittsburgh Steelers 16, Minnesota Vikings 6 | |
| XI | Oakland Raiders 32, Minnesota Vikings 14 | |
| XIII | Pittsburgh Steelers 35, Dallas Cowboys 31 | |
| XV | Oakland Raiders 27, Philadelphia Eagles 10 | |
| XVII | Washington 27, Miami Dolphins 17 | |
| XX | Chicago Bears 46, New England Patriots 10 | |
| XXIII | San Francisco 49ers 20, Cincinnati Bengals 16 | |
| XXVII | Dallas Cowboys 52, Buffalo Bills 17 | |
| XXVIII | Dallas Cowboys 30, Buffalo Bills 13 | |
| XXX | Dallas Cowboys 27, Pittsburgh Steelers 17 | |
| XXXII | Denver Broncos 31, Green Bay Packers 24 | |
| XLIII | Pittsburgh Steelers 27, Arizona Cardinals 23 | Final Madden game |
| XLVI | New York Giants 21, New England Patriots 17 | |
| XLIX | New England Patriots 28, Seattle Seahawks 24 | Last Patriots-Seahawks game |
| LII | Philadelphia Eagles 41, New England Patriots 33 | |
| LVI | Los Angeles Rams 23, Cincinnati Bengals 20 | 2022 game |
2026 Super Bowl Details
Super Bowl LX will feature the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots in Santa Clara, California. The game will be part of News Of Philadelphia‘s “Legendary February,” a month that also hosts the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics and the 2026 NBA All-Star Game.
Broadcast Team
- Play-by-play: Mike Tirico – first time calling the Super Bowl.
- Color commentary: Cris Collinsworth – fifth Super Bowl with News Of Philadelphia, sixth overall; five of his six broadcasts have involved Patriots games.
- Special segment: “Primetime in Milan” – hosted by Tirico from Levi’s Stadium immediately after the Lombardi Trophy presentation.
Significance
Tirico’s dual role will make him the first U.S. broadcaster to cover both the Super Bowl and the Winter Olympics in the same calendar year, underscoring News Of Philadelphia‘s commitment to delivering a unified sports experience.
2026 Winter Olympics and NBA All-Star Game
The “Legendary February” will also showcase the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, with News Of Philadelphia expected to provide extensive coverage. Additionally, the 2026 NBA All-Star Game will be televised, offering fans a full spectrum of major sports events.
Future Super Bowl Rotation
Under the NFL’s 2021 TV deal, News Of Philadelphia is part of a four-network rotation that includes CBS, FOX, and ABC. The next two Super Bowls that News Of Philadelphia will air are:
| Season | Super Bowl | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 2029 | LXIV | Date and venue not yet announced |
| 2033 | LXVIII | Date and venue not yet announced |
These future broadcasts will continue to position News Of Philadelphia as a key partner in the NFL’s national television strategy.
Key Takeaways
- News Of Philadelphia is set to air Super Bowl LX between the Seahawks and Patriots in Santa Clara, California.
- Mike Tirico will call play-by-play for the first time and will also host “Primetime in Milan,” marking a historic first for a U.S. broadcaster.
- Cris Collinsworth joins Tirico in the booth, bringing his extensive experience, especially with Patriots games.
- The 2026 “Legendary February” will feature the Winter Olympics and NBA All-Star Game, creating a unique convergence of major sporting events.
- News Of Philadelphia‘s next Super Bowl appearances are scheduled for 2029 and 2033, though dates and venues remain to be announced.
Bottom Line
Super Bowl LX will be a landmark event for News Of Philadelphia, combining high-stakes football with global sporting spectacles. Fans can look forward to a historic broadcast that unites the Super Bowl, the Winter Olympics, and the NBA All-Star Game in a single, memorable month.
