The Seahawks and Richard Sherman came up just short against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLIX. (Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Players and coaches from the Seattle Seahawks spoke to the media — or in one case, didn’t — following their heartbreaking 28-24 loss to the New England Patriots in Super Bowl XLIX on Sunday.
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1of75Seahawks player Russell Okung walks off the field with teammates as celebrations begin for the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less2of75New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, right, shares an emotional moment with teammate Ryan Wendell, left, after they beat the Seattle Seahawks 28-24 in Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less3of75Seahawks fans react to the end of the game against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less4of75Patriots player Rob Gronkowski hoists the Vince Lombardi trophy after beating the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less5of75Seahawks player Chris Matthews walks off the field as celebrations begin for the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. Matters had a standout game for the Seahawks. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less6of75Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson greets Patriots coach Bill Belichick in a hallway as the Patriots coach carries the Lombardi Trophy from the field at University of Phoenix Stadium during Super Bowl XLIX on Sunday, February 1, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less7of75New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady celebrates after beating the Seattle Seahawks 28-24 in Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less8of75New England Patriots player Matthew Slater reacts with teammates as the clock winds down during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less9of75Seahawks player Marshawn Lynch reacts with teammates after an interception in the final moments of the fourth quarter against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less10of75An emotional Seahawks fan watches as New England Patriots fans celebrate after Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less11of75Seahawks player Richard Sherman turns away from Patriots player Brandon Browner as the clock winds down during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less12of75New England Patriots fans show their enthusiasm after the Patriots defeated the Seattle Seahawks during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less13of75Unused Seahawks-colored confetti is shown next to a confetti cannon during the Patriots celebration at University of Phoenix Stadium during Super Bowl XLIX on Sunday, February 1, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less14of75Seahawks player Richard Sherman shakes the hand of New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady as the clock winds down during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less15of75Patriots players ride off with the Vince Lombardi trophy after beating the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less16of75Confetti and a newspaper are shown on the ground after the Seattle Seahawks lost to the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less17of75Seahawks player Marshawn Lynch runs off the field after the Seahawks fell to the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less18of75Seahawks player Bruce Irvin gets into a scuffle with New England Patriots player Michael Hoomanawanui in the final moments of Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. Irvin was ejected from the game. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less19of75Seahawks player Bruce Irvin scuffles with New England Patriots players during the final moments of Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. Irvin was ejected from the game. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less20of75Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, right, and quarterback Tom Brady, left, meet mid-field during Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less21of75Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, right, and other staff react to a call during Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less22of75Seahawks player Jermaine Kearse juggles and maintains possession late in the fourth quarter against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less23of75Seahawks player Jermaine Kearse juggles and maintains possession late in the fourth quarter against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less24of75Seahawks player Jermaine Kearse, left, juggles and maintains possession of the ball during Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less25of75Seahawks player Jermaine Kearse juggles and maintains possession late in the fourth quarter against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less26of75Seahawks fans cheer for their team as they play the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less27of75New England Patriots celebrate a touchdown by Danny Amendola in the fourth quarter during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less28of75New England Patriots struggle against Seahawks defense during Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less29of75Seahawks player Doug Baldwin rolls into a touchdown during Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less30of75Seahawks player Doug Baldwin, right, squats over a football as teammate Jermaine Kearse, right, leans over after Baldwin ran in a touchdown during Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less31of75New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady throws against the Seahawks during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less32of75Tony McDaniel, center, flexes his bicep to show off after making a tackle at Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less33of75Fireworks explode over pop star sensation Katy Perry's performance during Super Bowl XLIX's Halftime Show Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less34of75Pop star sensation Katy Perry performs during Super Bowl XLIX's Halftime Show Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less35of75Katy Perry performs during the Super Bowl XLIX half time show at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less36of75Katy Perry performs during the Super Bowl XLIX half time show at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less37of75Pop star sensation Katy Perry performs during Super Bowl XLIX's Halftime Show Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less38of75Pop star sensation Katy Perry performs during Super Bowl XLIX's Halftime Show Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less39of75Katy Perry performs during the Super Bowl XLIX half time show at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less40of75Pop star sensation Katy Perry performs during Super Bowl XLIX's Halftime Show Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less41of75Seahawks player Chris Matthews pulls down an 11 yard pass from Russell Wilson for a second quarter touchdown against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less42of75Wide receiver Chris Matthews, right, makes catch that lead to a touchdown during Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less43of75Seahawks player Chris Matthews celebrates after pulling down an 11 yard pass from Russell Wilson for a second quarter touchdown against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less44of75Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, right, congratulates wide receiver Chris Matthews, right, after Matthews scored a touchdown during Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less45of75Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson, right, congratulates wide receiver Chris Matthews, right, after Matthews scored a touchdown during Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less46of75Ricardo Lockette points to Seahawks fans in the audience during Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less47of75A New England Patriots fan is hoisted in the crowd during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less48of75Seahawks player Marshawn Lynch heads into the end zone for a second quarter touchdown against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less49of75Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch, center, rolls and reaches into the end zone for a touchdown during Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less50of75Seahawks player Marshawn Lynch reaches into the end zone for a second quarter touchdown against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less51of75Players scuffle on the field during Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less52of75New England Patriots fans celebrate a touchdown against the Seahawks during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less53of75Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson hands off the ball to Marshawn Lynch during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less54of75Seahawks player Jeremy Lane lands on his hand while running back an interception against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less55of75Seahawks rally together before Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less56of75Idina Menzel sings the national anthem before the kickoff of Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less57of75The US Air Force Thunderbirds fly over University of Phoenix Stadium before Super Bowl XLIX on Sunday, February 1, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less58of75Recording artist John Legend performs before the kickoff of Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less59of75Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson sings along during the singing of the national anthem before the kickoff of Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less60of75Led by player Mike Morgan (57) the Seattle Seahawks take to the field against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl XLIX at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less61of75The New England Patriots enter Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less62of75Musician John Legend and model Chrissy Teigen walk on the field at University of Phoenix Stadium during Super Bowl XLIX on Sunday, February 1, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less63of75Seahawks player Marshawn Lynch paces on the field before Super Bowl XLIX against the New England Patriots at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Seahawks lost to the Patriots 28 to 24. Photographed on Sunday, February 1, 2015. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less64of75Marshawn Lynch, wearing his banned cleats, warms up at University of Phoenix Stadium during Super Bowl XLIX on Sunday, February 1, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less65of75at University of Phoenix Stadium during Super Bowl XLIX on Sunday, February 1, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less66of75Actor Chris Pratt gets Seattle Seahawks fans pumped up before the game at University of Phoenix Stadium during Super Bowl XLIX on Sunday, February 1, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less67of75Actor Chris Pratt gets Seattle Seahawks fans pumped up before the game at University of Phoenix Stadium during Super Bowl XLIX on Sunday, February 1, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less68of75Fans pose for pictures in front of signage before the kickoff of Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less69of75A Seahawks flag bearer twirls about in the sun before the kickoff of Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less70of75Marching bands circulate in front of the stadium, playing for fans before the kickoff of Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less71of75A fan holds up a sign at University of Phoenix Stadium during Super Bowl XLIX on Sunday, February 1, 2015 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Joshua Trujillo, seattlepi.com)JOSHUA TRUJILLO / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less72of75Flag teams prepare to perform before the kickoff of Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less73of75Seahawks fan Armon Mason, 11, poses for a portrait before the kickoff of Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less74of75Kaleigh Rose, center, daughter of Seahawks player Earl Thomas, prepares to enter the stadium before the kickoff of Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less75of75A helicopter tugging a massive "12" flag passes over the stadium before the kickoff of Super Bowl XLIX Sunday, February 1, 2015, at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. (Jordan Stead, seattlepi.com)JORDAN STEAD / SEATTLEPI.COMShow MoreShow Less