The Seattle Seahawks were crowned world champions on Sunday after defeating the New England Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl 60. Despite their ultimate victory, the team faced considerable skepticism throughout the season, with many questioning their ability to secure the championship.
Among those who addressed these critics was linebacker Ernest Jones IV, who made a bold statement during Seattle’s Super Bowl parade on Wednesday.
Ernest Jones Confronts Critics During Championship Celebration
Heading into the Super Bowl, Seattle faced doubt due to their young quarterback Sam Darnold and a defensive-minded head coach in his early career. Many analysts and fans were unconvinced that this combination could deliver a championship performance.
After the Seahawks claimed the Lombardi Trophy on Sunday, the players used their triumph to directly challenge their detractors during the victory parade.
If you got anything to say about my QB, you got anything to say about my defense, you got anything to say about my o-line, and you got anything to say about the city of Seattle… I got two words for you: F*** YOU,
Jones declared as he took the microphone at the parade.
#Seahawks LB Ernest Jones dropping F-bombs on the world:
“If you got anything to say about my QB, you got anything to say about my defense, you got anything to say about my O-line and you got anything to say about the city of Seattle … I got two words for you: F*** YOU.”
?Ari Meirov, Sports Reporter
Seattle’s Defensive Dominance Key to Victory Over Patriots
Throughout the Super Bowl, Seattle’s defense controlled the game, preventing New England from scoring during the first three quarters. The Seahawks maintained pace and pressure, which was pivotal given their season-long reputation as a defense-first team, ranking third in PFSN’s Defense Impact Metric (DEFi).
The Seahawks’ defense weighed heavily on Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, sacking him six times, intercepting two passes, forcing a fumble, and even scoring a defensive touchdown. New England’s offense struggled, earning only 78 net yards in the opening three quarters, with eight punts and a lost fumble undermining their momentum. Despite a late effort in the fourth quarter, it proved insufficient to mount a comeback.
Jones contributed significantly to Seattle’s defensive success with 11 tackles (10 solo, one assist) and a tackle for loss.
Sam Darnold’s Poise Validates Critics Wrong
Seattle’s quarterback Sam Darnold reinforced his 2024 breakout campaign by finishing as the No. 13 quarterback in PFSN’s Quarterback Impact Metric (QBi), completing 67.7% of his passes for 4,048 yards, 25 touchdowns, and 14 interceptions during the regular season.
While less effective in the Super Bowl compared to his season average, Darnold managed the game efficiently, throwing for 202 yards and a touchdown without committing any turnovers throughout the postseason. Seattle made history as the first Super Bowl champion to have zero turnovers in the playoffs. Darnold’s calm pocket awareness helped avoid sacks during critical moments as well.
Jones Defends Darnold From External Criticism
Before the Super Bowl, Jones had publicly stood up for Darnold after Los Angeles Rams standout Puka Nacua criticized the quarterback on social media. Jones responded directly and bluntly:
Ain’t you at home. Goofy a**.
?Ernest Jones IV, Seahawks Linebacker
Seattle Aims to Silence Doubters as They Defend Their Title
As Seattle prepares for the 2026 season, the team intends to keep defying those who doubted their potential. Following this second Super Bowl victory, the Seahawks organization and its supporters are poised to enjoy their success and the respect that accompanies it, while shifting their focus to repeating as champions.
#Seahawks LB Ernest Jones dropping F-bombs on the world:
"If you got anything to say about my QB, you got anything to say about my defense, you got anything to say about my O-line and you got anything to say about the city of Seattle … I got two words for you: F*** YOU." https://t.co/N1Va7RkFdC pic.twitter.com/AfQe4RtKiy
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) February 11, 2026
