Bill Text: MS SC528 | 2026 | Regular Session | Enrolled
Bill Title: Honor the Mississippi members of the Seattle Seahawks NFL Super Bowl LX Champions.
Sponsorship: Bipartisan Bill
Status: (Passed) 2026-03-24 - Enrolled Bill Signed [SC528 Detail]
Download: Mississippi-2026-SC528-Enrolled.html
MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE
2026 Regular Session
To: Rules
By: Senator(s) Butler, Norwood, Simmons (12th), England, Michel, Rhodes, Thomas
Senate Concurrent Resolution 528
(As Adopted by Senate and House)
A CONCURRENT RESOLUTION HONORING THE SEATTLE SEAHAWKS SUPER BOWL LX CHAMPIONS WITH TIES TO MISSISSIPPI: DERICK HALL OF GULFPORT; CHARLES CROSS OF LAUREL AND MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY; CAM AKERS OF CLINTON; CHRIS PAUL, JR., LINEBACKER AT OLE MISS; A.J. FINLEY, SAFETY AT OLE MISS; JARED IVEY, LINEBACKER AT OLE MISS; AND COACH LESLIE FRAZIER OF COLUMBIA AND ALCORN STATE UNIVERSITY, FOR THEIR OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE TEAM'S VICTORY AND THEIR PRIDE IN THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI.
WHEREAS, on February 8, 2026, the Seattle Seahawks defeated the New England Patriots by a score of 29-13 in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California, securing the franchise's second Super Bowl Championship; and
WHEREAS, this historic victory showcases exceptional talent, determination, and teamwork, with several key contributors proudly hailing from the State of Mississippi or having strong connections to its institutions of higher education; and
WHEREAS, Derick Hall, a native of Gulfport, Mississippi, and standout linebacker for the Seattle Seahawks, played a pivotal role in the championship game, recording two sacks, including a game-changing strip sack, and demonstrating remarkable resilience, having overcome tremendous odds from birth with only a 1% chance of survival; and
WHEREAS, Charles Cross, a native of Laurel, Mississippi, and former standout offensive lineman at Mississippi State University, anchored the Seahawks' offensive line as the starting left tackle, playing every snap in the Super Bowl victory and protecting the quarterback throughout the dominant performance; and
WHEREAS, Cam Akers, a native of Clinton, Mississippi, contributed to the Seahawks' roster during the season and was elevated for the Super Bowl, adding his experience as a two-time champion (having previously won Super Bowl LVI) to the team's success; and
WHEREAS, Christopher "Pooh" Paul, Jr., contributed as a linebacker for the Seattle Seahawks. After the 2023 season, he entered the transfer portal and transferred to the University of Mississippi. Paul Jr. was a starter in his first season at Ole Miss in 2024, where he was named to the All-SEC second team and selected by the USA Today to their All-America first team. On August 28, 2025, Paul signed with the Seattle Seahawks practice squad. On February 12, 2026, he signed a reserve/futures contract; and
WHEREAS, Allister Edward "A.J." Finley, Jr., contributed as a safety for the Seattle Seahawks. Finley played four years at Ole Miss and recorded 244 tackles, 8.5 being for a loss, eight interceptions, 13 pass deflections, four fumble recoveries, two forced fumbles, and a touchdown. On November 26, 2024, Finley was claimed off waivers by the Seattle Seahawks and was placed on injured reserve on August 5, 2025; and
WHEREAS, Jared Gavin Ivey contributed as a linebacker for the Seattle Seahawks. After the 2021 season, he transferred to the University of Mississippi. In his first year at Ole Miss in 2022, Ivey played in 13 games with seven starts and had 37 tackles and 3.5 sacks. In 2023, he started 12 of 13 games and had 46 tackles with 5.5 sacks and was named the Defensive MVP of the 2023 Peach Bowl; and
WHEREAS, Coach Leslie Frazier, with deep roots in Columbia, Mississippi, and an alumnus of Alcorn State University, served as the Assistant Head Coach for the Seattle Seahawks, providing invaluable leadership, defensive expertise, and guidance that were critical to the team's journey to and triumph in Super Bowl LX, marking his third Super Bowl ring across his storied career as a player and coach; and
WHEREAS, these individuals exemplify the talent, perseverance, and spirit that Mississippi produces, bringing immense pride to their hometowns, alma maters, and the entire state through their achievements on the national stage:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CONCURRING THEREIN, That we do hereby commend and congratulate Derick Hall of Gulfport; Charles Cross of Laurel and Mississippi State University; Cam Akers of Clinton; Chris Paul, Jr., Linebacker at Ole Miss; A.J. Finley, Safety at Ole Miss; Jared Ivey, Linebacker at Ole Miss; and Coach Leslie Frazier of Columbia and Alcorn State University, for their outstanding contributions to the Seattle Seahawks' Super Bowl LX Championship and for serving as inspiring representatives of Mississippi excellence.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this resolution be presented to Derick Hall, Charles Cross, Cam Akers, Chris Paul, Jr., A.J. Finley, Jared Ivey, Leslie Frazier, the Seattle Seahawks organization, the University of Mississippi, Mississippi State University, Alcorn State University, and the Mayors and City Councils of Gulfport, Laurel, Clinton, and Columbia, as a testament to the pride and admiration of the people of Mississippi, and made available to the Capitol Press Corps.
