Super Bowl XLIX ratings in Phoenix were astronomical

Feb 2, 2015, 3:40 PM | Updated: 9:39 pm

From the not-at-all surprising category: television ratings for Super Bowl XLIX were through the roof.

The game, which turned out to be one of the best Super Bowls ever, with the New England Patriots beating the Seattle Seahawks 28-24, also drew record TV numbers.

NBC announced 114.4 million people watched the game, which beats last year’s Super Bowl by 2.2 million.

According to Sports Business Daily’s Austin Karp, the overnight television number was 49.7, a new record.

Super Bowl drew a 49.7 overnight rating, best in history of the game. Up from 47.6 last year

— Austin Karp (@AustinKarp) February 2, 2015

Record-setting Super Bowl overnight rating of 49.7 for Pats-Seahawks is up 4% from Seahawks-Broncos in 2014, up 3% from Ravens-49ers in 2013

— Austin Karp (@AustinKarp) February 2, 2015

The Ravens-49ers Super Bowl in 2013 had been the previous record. Here is the top-five Super Bowl overnights of all time, according to NBC Sports:

1. 49.7/72 – Super Bowl XLIX; Patriots 28-Seahawks 24; NBC (Feb. 2015)

2. 48.1/71 – Super Bowl XLVII; Ravens 34-49ers 31; CBS (Feb. 2013)

T3. 47.9/71 – Super Bowl XLV; Packers 31-Steelers 25; FOX (Feb. 2011)

T3. 47.9/68 – Super Bowl XXI; Giants 39-Broncos 20; CBS (Jan. 1987)

5. 47.8/71 – Super Bowl XLVI; Giants 21-Patriots 17; NBC (Feb. 2012)

The final hour got the best ratings, according to NBC Sports. The ratings peaked at 53.5/74 from 9:45-10 p.m. ET after increasing throughout the entire game.

Karp’s colleague, John Ourand, had individual market numbers. Phoenix, the host city, fared very well, posting the third-highest market rating in the country.

Super Bowl overnights: Boston was a 61.0 and Seattle was 52.1. Others: New Orleans (55.7); Phoenix (55.6); Detroit (55.0); Norfolk (55.0).

— John Ourand (@Ourand_SBJ) February 2, 2015

The game wasn’t the only popular event of the night, as the halftime show also saw a five percent increase, according to NBC Sports. Katy Perry’s performance delivered a 50.8/73, compared to Bruno Mars’ rating last year of 48.6/71.

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New England Patriot fans pose for a picture before the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) jogs on the field before the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, left, shakes hands with New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick before the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Seattle Seahawks team members huddle before the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll walks on the field before the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch (24) and quarterback Russell Wilson (3) warm up before the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

Idina Menzel sings the national anthem before the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Planes fly over University of Phoenix Stadium as singer Idina Menzel performs the national anthem before the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Carolina Panthers linebacker Thomas Davis is honored as the Walter Payton Man of the Year award winner before the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker Bruce Irvin during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws a pass during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Seattle Seahawks' Jeron Johnson (23) reacts after being called for running into New England Patriots punter Ryan Allen during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz.(AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Seattle Seahawks' Jeron Johnson (23) runs into New England Patriots punter Ryan Allen (6) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

New England Patriots defenders tackle Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Singer John Legend performs America the Beautiful before the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)

New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount (29) runs against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (11) tackles Seattle Seahawks cornerback Jeremy Lane (20) after an interception during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Jeremy Lane (20) runs after intercepting New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) walks off the field after being intercepted by Seattle Seahawks cornerback Jeremy Lane during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount (29), top, is tackled by Seattle Seahawks free safety Earl Thomas (29) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) yells to his team during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll argues with line judge Mark Perlman during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) is tackled by New England Patriots cornerback Darrelle Revis during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Jeremy Lane (20) intercepts a pass in the end zone during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Tim Donnelly)

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (11) runs past Seattle Seahawks cornerback Tharold Simon (27) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

New England Patriots wide receiver Brandon LaFell (19), right, breaks away from Seattle Seahawks cornerback Byron Maxwell (41), left, as middle linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) tries to tackle him during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)

New England Patriots wide receiver Brandon LaFell (19) celebrates after catching an 11-yard touchdown pass in front of Seattle Seahawks free safety Earl Thomas (29) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Joe Burke, of Boston, center left, raises his arm and cheers with other fans while watching the New England Patriots play against the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game in Glendale, Ariz., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, at a bar in Boston. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

New England Patriots wide receiver Brandon LaFell celebrates his 11-yard touchdown catch with quarterback Tom Brady, left, during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

New England Patriots defensive end Chandler Jones (95) celebrates after sacking Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson with defensive tackle Sealver Siliga (96) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) reacts after his pass was blocked by Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Tony McDaniel (99) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)

Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Tony McDaniel (99) blocks a pass thrown by New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jermaine Kearse (15) hits the turf after a catch against New England Patriots cornerback Brandon Browner (39) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Chris Matthews (13) reacts after catching a pass during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch (24) dives into the end zone for a touchdown in front of New England Patriots cornerback Brandon Browner (39) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) celebrates as Marshawn Lynch runs for a touchdown during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Chris Matthews (13) catches a pass in front of New England Patriots cornerback Kyle Arrington (25) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)

A Seattle Seahawks fan cheers during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seahawks and the New England Patriots on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) celebrates his touchdown catch with teammate Julian Edelman during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Tim Donnelly)

George Pappis, of Manchester, N.H., center, cheers with other fans while watching the New England Patriots play against the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game in Glendale, Ariz., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, at a bar in Boston. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

Courtney Lurate, of Boston, watches the New England Patriots play against the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game in Glendale, Ariz., Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, at a bar in Boston. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) celebrates after scoring on a 22-yard touchdown reception during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) catches a 22-yard touchdown pass against Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker K.J. Wright (50) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Chris Matthews (13) celebrates after catching an 11-yard touchdown pass against the New England Patriots during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Chris Matthews (13) makes a touchdown catch against New England Patriots cornerback Logan Ryan (26) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) runs away from New England Patriots outside linebacker Jamie Collins (91) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Chris Matthews (13) catches an 11-yard touchdown pass against New England Patriots cornerback Logan Ryan (26) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll embraces Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Chris Matthews (13) after Matthews made a touchdown catch against the New England Patriots during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) runs from New England Patriots outside linebacker Jamie Collins (91) during the first half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz.(AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Singer Katy Perry performs during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game between the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Katy Perry, right, and Lenny Kravitz perform during halftime of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Chris Matthews (13), left, receives a pass against New England Patriots cornerback Kyle Arrington (25) during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)

Seattle Seahawks kicker Steven Hauschka (4) kicks a field goal during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch (24) runs during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Tony McDaniel (99) flexes his arm after tackling New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) sits on the turf after being hit during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll celebrates after Seattle Seahawks middle linebacker Bobby Wagner intercepted the ball town by New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

New England Patriots cornerback Brandon Browner, top, tackles Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Chris Matthews during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Seattle Seahawks middle linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) gets past New England Patriots running back Brandon Bolden (38) after intercepting a pass during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt York)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin (89) prepares to make a touchdown catch against the New England Patriots during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

Seattle Seahawks middle linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) celebrates after intercepting a pass during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Doug Baldwin (89) catches a 3-yard touchdown pass against the New England Patriots during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Seattle Seahawks defensive end Michael Bennett (72), right grabs New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, right, talks with quarterback Russell Wilson (3) during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

New England Patriots strong safety Malcolm Butler (21) defends an incomplete pass intended for Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jermaine Kearse (15) during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) is sacked by New England Patriots defensive end Rob Ninkovich (50) during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker Bruce Irvin (51) celebrates after sacking New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) celebrates a touchdown during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) is tackled by Seattle Seahawks strong safety Kam Chancellor (31) and outside linebacker K.J. Wright, rear, during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (11) catches a three-yard touchdown pass during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Tim Donnelly)

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (11) reacts after catching a three-yard touchdown pass during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, right, celebrates with his team during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

New England Patriots fans cheer during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jermaine Kearse (15) prepares to make a catch against New England Patriots strong safety Malcolm Butler (21) during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

New England Patriots strong safety Malcolm Butler (21) intercepts a pass intended for Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Ricardo Lockette (83) during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Kathy Willens)

New England Patriots cornerback Brandon Browner (39) celebrates after Malcolm Butler intercepted Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick is dunked with water on the sidelines during the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. The Patriots won 28-24. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, left, celebrates with head coach Bill Belichick after the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. The Patriots won 28-24. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip)

New England Patriots punter Ryan Allen (6), Danny Aiken (48) and teammates celebrate after the Patriots beat the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Seattle Seahawks middle linebacker Bobby Wagner (54) walks off the field after the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. The Patriots won 28-24. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

New England Patriots strong safety Duron Harmon (30) celebrates after the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. The Patriots won 28-24. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft, top right, greets players after the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. The New England Patriots won 28-24. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

New England Patriots tight end Michael Hoomanawanui (47) celebrates after the Patriots beat the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski holds the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the second half of NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. The New England Patriots won 28-24. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady holds up Vince Lombardi Trophy after the Patriots defeated the Seattle Seahawks 28-24 in NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft holds up the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. The Patriots won 28-24. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

New England Patriots wide receiver Brandon LaFell (19) celebrates after the Patriots beat the Seattle Seahawks in the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) speaks during a news conference after the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the New England Patriots Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. The Patriots won 28-24. (AP Photo/Matt York)

New England Patriots' Jonathan Casillas (52) holds up the Vince Lombardi Trophy as he celebrates with linebacker Darius Fleming (58) after the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. The Patriots won 28-24. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

New England Patriots running back Brandon Bolden celebrates with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after the NFL Super Bowl XLIX football game against the Seattle Seahawks Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, in Glendale, Ariz. The Patriots won 28-24. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)

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