Hall of Fame wide receiver and NFL legend Michael Irvin unleashed a scathing review of Super Bowl LX week in San Francisco/Santa Clara, calling it the “worst” Super Bowl experience he’s ever had and urging the NFL to permanently ban the Bay Area from hosting future championships.
Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; General view of the scoreboard before Super Bowl LX between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; General view of the scoreboard before LX between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Michael Irvin Blasts San Francisco as “Worst Super Bowl” Ever: “They Should Never Bring It Back”
In a passionate rant posted to his YouTube channel shortly after the Seattle Seahawks’ 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots on February 8, 2026, Irvin did not hold back:
“This was a horrible Super Bowl. They should never ever, ever, ever bring the game back to San Francisco. In all the years of going to a Super Bowl, this was the worst. It was blah in the city. It just wasn’t jumping. The people, blah. The buildings out here looked blah. When you go into an event it was blah.”
Irvin continued, expressing disbelief at the lack of energy given the area’s wealth:
“I’m thinking there should be so much money out here because the tech is out here, but it all looked so blah… I couldn’t wait until this moment came to tell you damn! I believe this is the worst Super Bowl I have ever gone to. NFL, you cannot come back here again. You cannot have a Super Bowl back here again. NFC Championship game, if they earned it, OK.”
Michael Irvin on the Super Bowl played in Santa Clara:
“This was a horrible Super Bowl. They should never ever, ever, ever bring the Super Bowl back to San Francisco. In all the years of going to a Super Bowl, this was the worst. It was blah in the city. It just wasn’t jumping.… pic.twitter.com/XVwC9dlkfF
— Coach Yac 🗣 (@Coach_Yac) February 18, 2026
Why Michael Irvin Was So Disappointed
Irvin, a staple at NFL events for decades as a media personality, cited several factors for his harsh verdict:
Lack of vibrant atmosphere in the host city (San Francisco) and immediate area around Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara.
Perceived “blah” energy from fans, events, and overall vibe compared to past Super Bowls.
Contrast between the Bay Area’s tech wealth and the lackluster public experience.
He drew a clear line: while Levi’s Stadium itself is a top-tier venue, the surrounding Super Bowl experience failed to deliver the excitement he expects from the league’s biggest event.
Context: Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara
The game took place at Levi’s Stadium (home of the San Francisco 49ers), marking the Bay Area’s fourth Super Bowl hosting (previously 1985, 1996, 2020). Despite Bad Bunny’s highly praised halftime show and strong TV ratings (~128–135 million viewers), Irvin’s review focuses on the in-person, week-long atmosphere rather than the game itself.
Fan and Media Reactions
The comments quickly went viral, with divided responses:
Supporters agreed: “San Francisco has been dead for Super Bowls—too corporate, not enough party vibe.”
Defenders pushed back: “Levi’s Stadium is elite, and the city was packed—Irvin just wanted more strip-club energy like old days.”
Others joked: “Michael Irvin saying ‘blah’ 12 times is peak Michael Irvin 😂”
The rant has reignited long-standing debates about which cities deliver the best Super Bowl experience—Las Vegas (2024), New Orleans, Miami, and Los Angeles often rank high, while some criticize corporate-heavy markets like the Bay Area.
NFL Hosting Future
The NFL has not commented on Irvin’s remarks. Future Super Bowl sites are already set:
LXI: SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles (2027)
LXII: Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta (2028)
Levi’s Stadium is not scheduled to host again in the near future, but Irvin’s strong words add pressure to ensure any return delivers a more electric atmosphere.
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