Given the awards Russell Wilson has already locked up this week, today's news shouldn't come as too much of a surprise, but the Seahawks quarterback has now secured a hat trick of weekly honors, claiming Clutch Performer of the Week Friday afternoon by way of fan vote at NFL.com.
Wilson led the Seahawks to a thrilling 41-38 victory over the Houston Texans last Sunday at CenturyLink Field, passing for a franchise-record 452 yards, tossing four touchdowns, and posting a 123.2 quarterback rating. His final scoring strike of the day went to tight end Jimmy Graham, a touchdown that put Seattle ahead for good with less than 30 seconds to play. The come-from-behind effort marked the 23rd time, postseason included, where Wilson has led the Seahawks on a game-winning drive with Seattle tied or trailing in the fourth quarter or overtime, the most in the NFL since 2012, Wilson's rookie season.
To win Clutch Performer of the Week, Wilson topped Texans rookie quarterback Deshaun Watson, who had a stellar outing of his own at CenturyLink Field last week, as well as Pittsburgh Steelers receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster, Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy, and Atlanta Falcons wideout Mohamed Sanu.
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Team photographer Rod Mar shares exclusive behind-the-scenes images from the Seahawks' 41-38 win over the Houston Texans during Week 8 at CenturyLink Field.
Cornerback Shaquill Griffin arrives at CenturyLink Field and walks past a mural of Seahawks stars adjacent to the locker room.
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.
Sunday's game honored "Crucial Catch", the NFL's initiative to highlight early screening for cancer, and players were encouraged to wear colors supporting the efforts.
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.
A pregame proposal took place along the sidelines and the bride-to-be said "yes"!
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.
Halloween was in the air and on the faces of 12s such as this one.
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.
