Super Bowl 60: Great Culture, Mid Game, and High Expectations

If you watched Super Bowl 60 on February 8, 2026, you probably had the same vibe-check I did: the culture showed up, the commercials mostly didn’t, and the game… yeah, it kind of dragged.

I’m Christian Cruz (Chicago real estate agent, Cook County homes guy, and professional “let’s make a plan before you make a move” person). I’m not here to manufacture hype. This year’s Super Bowl was a little disappointing for me, and I’m saying that as someone who genuinely wanted it to be great.

The Game: Technically Good, Emotionally… Meh

The game was a defensive clinic, no question. Seattle’s defense was relentless with the sacks—just constant pressure, quarterback never comfortable, drive after drive getting derailed. And on the other side, Kenneth Walker III basically put on a “grind it out” masterclass: patient, physical runs, taking what was there, moving the chains, bleeding the clock.

If you’re a football purist, you can appreciate that. It’s technically impressive. But if you’re like most people at the party, it made for a slow watch—very Mayweather-style. You’re watching elite defense and discipline, but you’re still sitting there hoping for high-flying plays, a knockout moment, and a couple 70-yard bombs to wake the room up.

It reminded me of a Mayweather fight:

• Enjoy solid technique if you’re paying close attention
• Miss the fireworks if you came for 70-yard bombs and big momentum swings
• Sit there waiting for the moment that never fully arrives

The Commercials: Generally Horrible (and Way Too Much AI)

I’m not going to sugarcoat it. The commercials were rough.

It felt like every other ad was trying to be “clever” with AI, and instead it just came off as overproduced and kind of soulless. Like, you could practically hear the brainstorm: “What if we made it… more futuristic?” Cool. Still didn’t make it funny.

Only two stood out to me:

• Enjoy the Jurassic Park ad because it actually committed to a fun idea and executed it
• Get the nostalgia hit from the 90s sitcom reunion with Joey (Matt LeBlanc) and Carlton (Alfonso Ribeiro) because that one actually felt human

Everything else? Hard pass.

Bad Bunny Halftime Show: Beautiful Culture, Mixed Execution

As a Puerto Rican, I’m not going to lie—seeing our culture on that stage was powerful.

The sugarcane fields. The visuals. The messaging. It was one of those moments where you’re like, “Yo… the whole world is watching this.” That part was beautiful.

And the “wedding reception” moment where he’s dancing salsa with Lady Gaga? That was a highlight. That was the vibe.

The “But”: I’ve Seen Him at His Best, and This Felt Like a Step Down

Here’s the honest part.

I’ve seen Bad Bunny at the United Center. I’ve followed his Puerto Rico residency. I’ve watched his WWE work—promos, matches, all of it. When he wants to perform, he performs.

So my expectations were high for a reason.

This halftime show felt like a step down from his usual standard, and I think a big part of it was the crowd energy. They didn’t seem as into it as they usually are with him—maybe it was the language barrier, maybe it was the pre-show backlash, maybe it was just the room. Either way, that “we’re all locked in together” feeling didn’t fully land.

For a long-time fan, it didn’t hit the same vibe.

Overall: A Bit of a Disappointment This Year

If you’re ranking Super Bowls by the full package—game + ads + halftime—this one wasn’t it for me.

And honestly, I think that’s why it stands out: the expectations were high across the board, and the night didn’t consistently meet them.

Real Estate Vibe Check (Because You Know I’m Going to Tie It In)

If you’re making real estate decisions in Cook County, the vibe is kind of similar: you don’t want noise, you want clarity. You want to know what’s real, what’s hype, and what’s actually worth your time.

When you work with me as your Chicago real estate agent, you’ll:

• Get decision support without pressure so you can move when timing makes sense
• Understand Cook County homes in context so you’re not guessing based on vibes alone
• Have a plan for prep, pricing, and negotiation so you feel calm instead of rushed

If you’re thinking about buying, selling, or even just trying to figure out your next move, I’m happy to be the person you run the situation by.

Ready to talk timing and options (no pressure, just clarity)? Let’s connect.