Following one of the most impressive performances of his career, Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson was named NFC Offensive Player of the Week for his performance in Sunday's thrilling win over the Houston Texans.
In leading the Seahawks to a 41-38 victory, Wilson passed for a franchise record 452 yards, four touchdowns and posted a passer rating of 123.2. After throwing his lone interception of the game late in the fourth quarter, Wilson and the Seahawks rallied with a three-play, 80-yard drive in the final minutes to secure a fourth straight victory.
That fourth-quarter drive was Wilson's 23rd career game-winning drive in the fourth quarter or overtime, the most in the NFL since 2012.
"He's way off the charts in what he has done fourth-quarter wise, the comebacks and all that kind of stuff," Seahawks coach Pete Carroll said. "I don't know what they are, but he's got to be way up there, it's happened so often. It's his belief that it's going to happen, unwavering confidence that he'll be able to figure it out and do what he needs to do. I think also his ability to uplift the guys around him. I heard Jimmy (Graham) talking about that after the game—his poise and his presence affect people around him. And he has been the beneficiary of a long steady climb to understand and command these situations. He's really well prepared and well-schooled. There's nobody I can imagine wanting more than that guy back there if you've got to come back and get it done. That's a great strength on our club."
Wilson has now been named Player of the Week six times in his career, second most in franchise history behind Shaun Alexander, who earned that honor seven times.
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Seahawks offensive tackle Germain Ifedi smiles on the field during early pregame.
Offensive guard Ethan Pocic works on technique with assistant coach Brennan Carroll on the field early on Sunday.
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Linebacker K.J. Wright stretches on the field.
Punter Jon Ryan warms up and hones his craft on the field during pregame.
Head coach Pete Carroll chats with musician Dave Matthews on the sideline before the game.
Pumpkins carved with the logos of the Texans and Seahawks are on display before the game.
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Tight end Jimmy Graham and receiver Tanner McEvoy do some last-minute studying in the moments before the team left the locker room for kickoff.
After Houston struck first with a long touchdown pass, Seahawks safety Earl Thomas intercepted a pass by Houston's Deshaun Watson (on ground) and returned it 78 yards for a touchdown to even the score in the first quarter.
Paul Richardson celebrates in the end zone after his first of two touchdown receptions.
Michael Bennett brings down Houston quarterback Deshaun Watson.
Michael Bennett kneels after sacking Houston's Deshaun Watson in the first half.
The Sea Gals performed during the quarter break.
Russell Wilson, who had a career day on Sunday, looks downfield while on the run in the second quarter.
Receiver Tanner McEvoy hauls in a 53 yard pass from Russell Wilson in the second quarter to set up a Seahawks scoring drive.
Paul Richardson celebrates his second touchdown of the afternoon on a seven yard pass from Russell Wilson.
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Tanner McEvoy causes Houston's Chris Thompson to fumble on a kickoff return in the second quarter.
At halftime, the defense gathered to listen to their coaches before heading out for the second half. From left are Shaquill Griffin, Richard Sherman, Delano Hill, Branden Jackson, Marcus Smith and Nazair Jones.
Head coach Pete Carroll spoke briefly to the team before they left the locker room for the second half.
Tom Cable and Pete Carroll confer before leaving the locker room for the second half.
Richard Sherman looks for daylight after intercepting a pass in the third quarter.
Tyler Lockett gets behind the Texans secondary for a long gain in the fourth quarter.
On the next play, Russell Wilson connected with Tyler Lockett on a 19 yard reception.
Seahawks kicker Blair Walsh converted the extra point to give Seattle a 41-38 lead.
Jimmy Graham is all smiles on the Seahawks sideline after his two touchdown catches in the final six minutes help lift his team to the win.
Houston quarterback Deshaun Watson and Richard Sherman meet at midfield after the game.
Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman thanked every person on the offense in the locker room after the win, including offensive line coach Tom Cable.
Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson and the Seahawks celebrate in the locker room.
Seahawks receiver Tyler Lockett receives an embrace from teammate Paul Richardson in the locker room after the game.
