PTI Episode Summary

Episode: Seahawks Get Their Revenge on the Patriots!
Date: February 9, 2026
Hosts: Tony Kornheiser, Michael Wilbon

Episode Overview

Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon kick off this episode of PTI by breaking down a lopsided Super Bowl in which the Seattle Seahawks dominated the New England Patriots. The episode's main theme centers on Seattle’s defensive prowess, the struggles of Patriots rookie QB Drake May on the big stage, and the cultural fallout from this style of old-school, defense-first football. The hosts also discuss Lindsey Vonn’s devastating Olympic crash and touch on the dramatic UNC vs. Duke basketball finish, PGA golf, and recent coaching changes.

Key Discussion Points

1. Super Bowl Recap: Seahawks Dominate Patriots

(Starts ~01:10)

• Seattle's defense held New England scoreless until the 4th quarter; Patriots had only 78 yards of offense through three quarters (01:10–02:13).
• Both hosts predicted a Seahawks win. Wilbon praised Seattle—“To me, the Seahawks beat the hell out the New England Patriots.” (01:43, Wilbon)
• Tony called the game "non-competitive," declaring it "game over, good night" when Seattle went up 16-0 early in the 4th (02:49, Kornheiser).
• Sam Darnold, Seattle's QB, played efficiently: "He was not any better than okay. But he did not turn the ball over." (02:53, Kornheiser)
• Tony lauded Seattle’s young head coach, age 38, for not getting enough praise compared to offensive coaches: “It’s about time he gets the kind of praise that we always give to young offensive assistants.” (03:29, Kornheiser)

2. Drake May’s Disappointing Performance

(Starts ~04:51)

• Patriots rookie QB Drake May was sacked six times, logged three turnovers, and looked “ordinary, if not overwhelmed.”
• Tony: “He’s 23 years old, and it looked like the stage was a little bit too big for him.” (05:13)
• Wilbon: “The Seattle defense beat the hell out of Tony Eason—I mean, Drake May. They beat him to death.” (06:59)
• Tony highlighted the Patriots’ offensive line issues and Seattle’s postseason defensive dominance, underscoring the importance of line play: “He’s been sacked 20 times in four playoff games. That is indicative that the offensive line isn’t doing its job.” (05:39)
• Notable May quote: “If you don’t make plays, you end up crying at the podium.” (06:16, cited by Kornheiser)

3. Lindsey Vonn's Crash and Breezy Johnson’s Olympic Win

(Starts ~08:06)

• Vonn, aged 41, attempted an Olympic downhill run despite a torn ACL, crashing 14 seconds in. She suffered a broken leg and needed surgery.
• Wilbon: “She was courageous and heroic... It doesn’t make her less courageous. As a matter of fact, it makes her more.” (08:35)
• Tony considered Vonn’s crash the headline over Breezy Johnson’s gold: “If I’m writing the headline... the first deck... says Vonn crashes. The second deck says Breezy Johnson wins.” (09:37)
• Tony reflected on Vonn’s decision: “She’s 41 years old. She had been retired. And she said, if I lay out of this one, I can’t come back at 45. So I gotta go now, right?” (10:10)

4. North Carolina Stuns Duke at the Buzzer

(Starts ~13:10)

• Tony and Wilbon react to Seth Trimble’s last-second shot to beat Duke.
• Wilbon: “This shot was a scream out loud moment... that rivalry... to go that way and end that way is wow.” (13:39)
• Court-storming concerns: Tony criticizes UNC for storming the court, suggesting their tradition makes it “embarrassing.” (14:25, 14:40)
• Both agree court storming needs to be regulated—suggesting a waiting period before fans rush the floor: “There has to be a time rule... or else you forfeit.” (14:52, Kornheiser)

5. PGA Update: Chris Goderup’s Win and the Scheffler Hype

(Starts ~15:35)

• Wilbon asks if Goderup is a serious challenger to Scottie Scheffler’s PGA dominance.
• Tony: “Goderup is very good. He is now ranked fifth in the world. As my son says, ball speed doesn’t lie. He hits it 185 miles an hour.” (16:19)
• Tony tempers hype around both Goderup and Scheffler, rejecting Tiger Woods comparisons: “Don’t ever do that with Scottie Scheffler. Not yet.” (17:39)
• Wilbon: “I’m not willing to use the name Tiger Woods in relationship to Scottie Scheffler... and so some people do that. And I just go, shh.” (16:52)

6. Notable Headlines and Quick Hits

• Cooper DeJean’s Birthday Super Bowl Pick-Six: DeJean scored on his birthday, a rare feat for an Eagle (21:08).
• Billy Tubbs Anniversary: Tubbs’ legendary game management as Oklahoma coach; famous “regardless of how terrible the officiating is” quote (22:12).
• Clint Kubiak's New Job: Seahawks OC leaves for Raiders head coach role; drama with Max Crosby anticipated (23:22).
• Lindsey Vonn Update: She clarifies post-injury her ACL did not cause the crash, but rather a complex tibia fracture (24:22).
• NBA Notes: Jalen Williams returns for OKC; Damian Lillard in 3-point contest (24:43).
• College Hoops: #1 Arizona heads to Kansas, Wilbon picks Kansas at home (25:44).

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Defense-Win Over Patriots:
  • Wilbon: “The Seahawks beat the hell out the New England Patriots.” (01:43)
  • Kornheiser: “Sam Darnold was okay. He was not any better than okay. But he did not turn the ball over and he did not lose the game. And the defense was suffocating.” (02:53)
• On Seattle’s Young Coach:
  • Kornheiser: “It’s about time he gets the kind of praise that we always give to young offensive assistants.” (03:29)
• On Drake May’s Struggles:
  • Kornheiser: “He’s 23 years old, and it looked like the stage was a little bit too big for him.” (05:13)
  • Drake May (quoted): "If you don’t make plays, you end up crying at the podium." (06:16)
• On Lindsey Vonn’s Courage:
  • Wilbon: “She was courageous and heroic... It doesn’t make her less courageous. Matter of fact, it makes her more.” (08:35)
  • Kornheiser: “She is very courageous and heroic to try this. I feel that she did it, Mike, because she’s 41 years old. ... So I gotta go now, right?” (10:10)
• On UNC-Duke Finish:
  • Wilbon: “That shot was a scream out loud moment.” (13:39)
  • Kornheiser: "There has to be a rule as to when you can storm the court... or else you forfeit." (14:52)
• On Overhyped PGA Comparisons:
  • Wilbon: “I’m not willing to use the name Tiger Woods in relationship to Scottie Scheffler... I just go, shh.” (16:52)
• On Billy Tubbs’ legendary quip:
  • Kornheiser: “[Tubbs said] regardless of how terrible the officiating is, do not throw stuff on the floor.” (22:12)

Timestamps of Important Segments

• Main Super Bowl Recap: 01:10–04:40
• Drake May Breakdown: 04:51–08:06
• Lindsey Vonn & Olympics: 08:06–11:31
• College Hoops Mailbag (UNC-Duke): 13:04–15:36
• PGA Tour/Scottie Scheffler: 15:35–17:47
• Rapid Sports Headlines & Updates: 21:08–25:53

Tone and Style

Lively, quick-witted conversation with plenty of banter. The hosts blend serious analysis with humor, nostalgia, and personal anecdotes, giving listeners a mix of expert perspective and genuine fandom. Both lament the fading cultural appreciation for defense-first football and share real emotion regarding Vonn’s career-ending moment.

For Listeners Who Missed the Episode

• If you wanted an in-depth breakdown of Super Bowl XL's defensive masterpiece, this episode delivers on Seattle’s dominance and what went wrong for New England and Drake May.
• Olympic fans get a nuanced, empathetic take on Lindsey Vonn’s injury and legacy, plus a nod to rising American talent.
• College basketball’s intensity gets due credit in their mailbag, spotlighting both the thrill of rivalry and the concern over court-storming.
• Additional coverage spans PGA golf, NFL coaching moves, and quick NBA/college hoops predictions.

This was a classic PTI: brisk, insightful, and loaded with signature Kornheiser and Wilbon chemistry.