20 MINUTES AGO: BREAKING: The Referee Assigned for Patriots vs. Seahawks Super Bowl LX Game Today Has Just Been CONFIRMED… See More

20 MINUTES AGO: BREAKING: The Referee Assigned for Patriots vs. Seahawks Game Today Has Just Been CONFIRMED… See More

Santa Clara, CA — FEBRUARY 8, 2026 — Moments ago, the NFL’s officiating crew for Super Bowl LX, the marquee matchup between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks, was officially confirmed — and fans everywhere are reacting to the big reveal.

🏈 Referee Confirmed: Shawn Smith
The NFL has named Shawn Smith as the lead referee (the “white hat”) for today’s championship game at Levi’s Stadium. This will be Smith’s first time serving as the head referee in a Super Bowl, marking a major milestone in his officiating career. �

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🔎 Quick Facts About Shawn Smith:
Veteran NFL official in his 11th season and 8th as referee. �
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Smith began his NFL officiating career as an umpire before moving up to referee. �

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This marks his first on‑field Super Bowl assignment after serving as an alternate in previous years. �
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He becomes one of the few African‑American referees to lead a Super Bowl crew — a significant achievement in NFL officiating history. �
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🧑‍⚖️ Full Officiating Crew
Smith will be joined by a seasoned group of officials, composed of both Super Bowl veterans and first‑time participants. The full officiating crew includes:
Umpire: Roy Ellison
Down Judge: Dana McKenzie
Line Judge: Julian Mapp
Field Judge: Jason Ledet
Side Judge: Eugene Hall
Back Judge: Greg Steed
Replay Official: Andrew Lambert �
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Several of these officials bring prior championship experience to today’s game, while others are making their Super Bowl debut — adding intrigue to this year’s officiating dynamic. �
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🏟️ Looking Ahead to Kickoff
As kickoff approaches for this highly anticipated Patriots vs. Seahawks showdown, all eyes won’t just be on the players — they’ll also be on the officiating crew led by Smith, whose calls could influence the flow of the game. �