The Bay Area is officially on the clock for the 2026 Super Bowl

• The official hand-off took place Monday in New Orleans, with Bay Area Host Committee president and CEO Zaileen Janmohamed and San José Mayor Matt Mahan at the scene.

What they're saying: "We're doing things a little differently this time around. We're activating the entire region," Mahan said.

• "We're showing off the technology of tomorrow. And from San Francisco to San José, whether residents or visitors are attending the game or not, there will be something for everyone."