The Seattle Seahawks’ victory over the New England Patriots on Sunday marked a new chapter in the infamous “Drake curse” narrative. Rapper Drake has long leaned into the chatter regarding his high-stakes betting habits, frequently sharing his wagers with millions of followers. On Saturday, the music mogul posted a $1 million bet on the Patriots to pull off an upset in Santa Clara.
“Bet against me if you dare,” Drake captioned an Instagram post showing his seven-figure wager through the sportsbook Stake. Had the Patriots managed to win, the rapper stood to collect a massive $2.95 million payout. Instead, the Seahawks’ defense dominated the game, handing Drake yet another high-profile loss.
The Seahawks secured their second Lombardi Trophy in franchise history with a 29-13 win at Levi’s Stadium. According to the tracking site thedrakecurse.com, the rapper has now compiled a 4-8 record on Super Bowl-related wagers since 2022. While he successfully backed the Kansas City Chiefs two years ago, his recent track record continues to fuel the superstition that his support is a jinx.
New England quarterback Drake Maye struggled throughout the contest, throwing two interceptions and losing a fumble. The Seahawks’ defense suffocated the rookie, sacking him six times and limiting the Patriots to a scoreless first half. By the time Maye found Mack Hollins for a fourth-quarter touchdown, the game was already well out of reach.
Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III was the star of the night, earning Super Bowl LX MVP honors. Walker rushed for 135 yards on 27 carries, totaling 161 scrimmage yards to lead the Seattle offense. His 135 rushing yards were the most by any player in a Super Bowl since Terrell Davis in 1998.
As the NFL prepares to move the big game to SoFi Stadium in Southern California next year, Drake’s betting habits remain a top story for sports fans. Whether the “curse” is real or simply a streak of bad luck, Seahawks fans are likely glad the rapper didn’t put his money on them. For Drake, it is another million-dollar lesson in the unpredictability of the gridiron.