The Ravens capped the 2012 season by beating the San Francisco 49ers to win Super Bowl XLVII. Despite the pending loss of numerous veterans, Ravens officials vowed to reload and build a roster that would compete for the Lombardi Trophy year after year.
One season later, the Seattle Seahawks throttled the Denver Broncos to win Super Bowl XLVIII. Following the victory, the Seahawks spoke of winning multiple championships, behind a dynamic young quarterback and a suffocating defense.
The two teams have since traveled divergent paths into Sunday's matchup at M&T Bank Stadium.