"Here comes the media frenzy: thousands of reporters from across the globe gathered for a zany spectacle that kicks off the week's festivities on Monday night. Maye and the New England Patriots (17-3) take on Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks (16-3) on Sunday at Levi's Stadium, home of the San Francisco 49ers. First, they will meet more than 6,000 credentialed reporters who will pepper them with questions ranging from the standard football topics to the silly and off-beat stuff."
"An event that began as a daytime introduction of the teams has evolved into a live, ticketed, prime-time showcase on national television. Maybe someone will propose to Maye, like a female reporter dressed in a wedding dress and veil once did to another Patriots quarterback: Tom Brady. Maye is already married and he's here seeking a Super Bowl ring. The Patriots are aiming for an NFL-record seventh Lombardi trophy and first without Brady and coach Bill Belichick."
"Maye had a sensational sophomore season, becoming a finalist for the AP NFL MVP and Offensive Player of the Year awards while leading the Patriots to their 12th Super Bowl. A stifling defense has led the way for the Patriots in the playoffs, holding three opponents to just 8.7 points per game. This is a Super Bowl rematch from one of the most memorable endings among the first 59. The Patriots beat the Seahawks 28-24 when Malcolm Butler picked off Russell Wilson's pass"
Drake Maye and Sam Darnold will confront thousands of reporters at Super Bowl Opening Night, with more than 6,000 credentialed media members expected. The event has transformed into a live, ticketed, prime-time spectacle that launches the week's festivities. Maye and the New England Patriots (17-3) meet Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks (16-3) at Levi's Stadium on Sunday. The Patriots pursue an NFL-record seventh Lombardi Trophy and their first title without Tom Brady and Bill Belichick. First-year coach Mike Vrabel rebuilt a 4-13 team into contenders. Maye was an AP MVP finalist after a standout sophomore season, while a stingy Patriots playoff defense has held opponents to 8.7 points per game, and the matchup revisits Malcolm Butler's decisive 2015 interception.
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