Patriots, Drake Maye Extend Remarkable 1st-Quarter Super Bowl Record with Tom Brady
In a surprising turn of events at Super Bowl 60, the New England Patriots faced a challenging first quarter against the Seattle Seahawks. For the first time since 1996, the Patriots finished the first quarter without scoring any points, a rarity for the franchise.
Historic First Quarter Struggles
Under the leadership of quarterback Drake Maye, the Patriots were unable to register points. The last occurrence of such a scoreless first quarter was during the 1996 Super Bowl when Drew Bledsoe was at the helm. Despite this setback, the Patriots’ defense performed admirably, limiting the Seahawks to only three points.
Defensive Showdown
Both teams entered the game with strong defensive reputations. The Seahawks led the league in fewest points allowed per game, averaging just 17.2. The Patriots were not far behind, ranking fourth with an average of 18.8 points allowed per game. This matchup was anticipated to be a defensive struggle due to both teams’ formidable defenses.
Offensive Expectations
- Both teams had top-three offenses in points scored during the season.
- The Patriots aim for their first Super Bowl win since 2018.
- The last Seahawks Super Bowl victory was in 2013.
As the game progresses, the potential for a major comeback remains. A single touchdown could be the key to victory for either team given the current low score. The spotlight remains on Maye and the Patriots as they fight for their first Super Bowl championship in the post-Tom Brady era.
