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Sam Darnold and Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker to celebrate win at Disneyland

Sam Darnold and Kenneth Walker III are going to Disneyland.

The two Seahawks stars announced just after their big 29-13 victory over the Patriots on Sunday night at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, Calif. that they’re headed to The Happiest Place on Earth.

Sam Darnold and Kenneth Walker III celebrate their Super Bowl victory during a parade down Main Street at Disneyland. AP
It was a homecoming of sorts for Darnold, who’s from San Clemente and played collegiately at USC. AP

The two revealed their plans to see Mickey right on the field following the win.

“We’re going to Disneyland!” the two yelled into a camera.

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold, left, and teammate running back Kenneth Walker III celebrate after defeating the New England Patriots in the NFL Super Bowl 60. AP
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold and running back Kenneth Walker III ride the Mad Tea Party teacup ride at Disneyland. X/@NFL

It’s a tradition, of course, for Super Bowl-winning stars to head to Disney Parks after hoisting the Lombardi Trophy. 

Just last year, Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts jetted to Disney World following Philadelphia’s win over the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans.

In 2024, Patrick Mahomes took a trip to Disneyland after he won MVP honors in the Chiefs’ Super Bowl LVIII win over the 49ers.

Walker — who was named Super Bowl LX MVP after rushing for 135 yards on 27 carries — and Darnold are expected to arrive in Anaheim for the Disney festivities later Monday.

It’ll be a homecoming of sorts for Darnold, who’s from San Clemente and played collegiately at USC.

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