Hawknight
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It's the offseason..so what is there to do ....head down memory lane. I was thinking of the most memorable times over the years, whether good or bad memories for me as a Seahawks fan....here are my top 10 going through the years...any one care to share their own?...Being a kid...#7 was my all time favorite and of course being an adult now...#1 is my new favorite. #6 is classified more of a nightmare than a memory, but for this intended thread, we'll leave it as classified as a memory.
1. Super Bowl XLVIII Victory (2014)
Seahawks 43, Broncos 8
The Seahawks won their first Super Bowl in dominating fashion. Seattle’s top-ranked defense overwhelmed Peyton Manning and the Broncos' record-setting offense. Malcolm Smith was named Super Bowl MVP, capping one of the greatest performances in franchise history.
2. Beast Quake Run (2011 Wild Card vs. Saints)
Marshawn Lynch’s legendary 67-yard touchdown run broke nine tackles and literally caused seismic activity near the stadium. It sealed a stunning upset over the defending champion New Orleans Saints and became one of the most iconic runs in NFL history.
3. NFC Championship Comeback vs. Packers (2015)
Down 16–0 at halftime and 19–7 with about five minutes left, Russell Wilson led one of the greatest comebacks in NFL playoff history. A wild onside kick, a two-point conversion moonball, and an overtime touchdown to Jermaine Kearse sent Seattle back to the Super Bowl.
4. Richard Sherman’s Tip – NFC Championship (2014 vs. 49ers)
With less than 30 seconds left, Sherman tipped a Colin Kaepernick pass in the end zone into the hands of Malcolm Smith to seal the victory. The play sent Seattle to Super Bowl XLVIII and was followed by Sherman’s unforgettable postgame interview.
5. “We Want the Ball and We’re Gonna Score” (2003 Playoffs vs. Packers)
Matt Hasselbeck’s infamous overtime declaration became part of NFL lore. Moments later, he threw a pick-six to Al Harris that ended the game. A painful moment, but one deeply etched in Seahawks history.
6. The Goal-Line Interception – Super Bowl XLIX (2015)
With 26 seconds remaining and the Seahawks at the Patriots’ 1-yard line, Russell Wilson’s pass was intercepted by Malcolm Butler. The play cost Seattle a second straight title and remains one of the most shocking endings in Super Bowl history.
7. Steve Largent’s Revenge Hit (1988 vs. Broncos)
After being brutally blindsided weeks earlier, Hall of Famer Steve Largent got his revenge by leveling the same defender after an interception and forcing a fumble. The hit is remembered as one of the grittiest plays in team history.
8. Kam Chancellor’s Pick-Six and Hurdle (2015 Playoffs vs. Panthers)
Kam Chancellor sealed the playoff win with a 90-yard interception return for a touchdown. Earlier in the game, he famously hurdled the offensive line twice in an attempt to block a field goal, showcasing his freak athleticism.
9. First Playoff Win (1983 vs. Dolphins)
In just their eighth season, the Seahawks shocked the Miami Dolphins in the Divisional Round. It marked the team’s first playoff victory and was a major milestone in establishing the franchise’s legitimacy. I think this was the precise era where I started collecting Seahawk cards and other collectibles.
10. The Birth of the 12th Man
The Seahawks’ fan base, known as the 12th Man, became one of the loudest and most influential in sports. CenturyLink Field (now Lumen Field) is notorious for registering earthquake-like activity and creating a near-impossible environment for opposing teams.
1. Super Bowl XLVIII Victory (2014)
Seahawks 43, Broncos 8
The Seahawks won their first Super Bowl in dominating fashion. Seattle’s top-ranked defense overwhelmed Peyton Manning and the Broncos' record-setting offense. Malcolm Smith was named Super Bowl MVP, capping one of the greatest performances in franchise history.
2. Beast Quake Run (2011 Wild Card vs. Saints)
Marshawn Lynch’s legendary 67-yard touchdown run broke nine tackles and literally caused seismic activity near the stadium. It sealed a stunning upset over the defending champion New Orleans Saints and became one of the most iconic runs in NFL history.
3. NFC Championship Comeback vs. Packers (2015)
Down 16–0 at halftime and 19–7 with about five minutes left, Russell Wilson led one of the greatest comebacks in NFL playoff history. A wild onside kick, a two-point conversion moonball, and an overtime touchdown to Jermaine Kearse sent Seattle back to the Super Bowl.
4. Richard Sherman’s Tip – NFC Championship (2014 vs. 49ers)
With less than 30 seconds left, Sherman tipped a Colin Kaepernick pass in the end zone into the hands of Malcolm Smith to seal the victory. The play sent Seattle to Super Bowl XLVIII and was followed by Sherman’s unforgettable postgame interview.
5. “We Want the Ball and We’re Gonna Score” (2003 Playoffs vs. Packers)
Matt Hasselbeck’s infamous overtime declaration became part of NFL lore. Moments later, he threw a pick-six to Al Harris that ended the game. A painful moment, but one deeply etched in Seahawks history.
6. The Goal-Line Interception – Super Bowl XLIX (2015)
With 26 seconds remaining and the Seahawks at the Patriots’ 1-yard line, Russell Wilson’s pass was intercepted by Malcolm Butler. The play cost Seattle a second straight title and remains one of the most shocking endings in Super Bowl history.
7. Steve Largent’s Revenge Hit (1988 vs. Broncos)
After being brutally blindsided weeks earlier, Hall of Famer Steve Largent got his revenge by leveling the same defender after an interception and forcing a fumble. The hit is remembered as one of the grittiest plays in team history.
8. Kam Chancellor’s Pick-Six and Hurdle (2015 Playoffs vs. Panthers)
Kam Chancellor sealed the playoff win with a 90-yard interception return for a touchdown. Earlier in the game, he famously hurdled the offensive line twice in an attempt to block a field goal, showcasing his freak athleticism.
9. First Playoff Win (1983 vs. Dolphins)
In just their eighth season, the Seahawks shocked the Miami Dolphins in the Divisional Round. It marked the team’s first playoff victory and was a major milestone in establishing the franchise’s legitimacy. I think this was the precise era where I started collecting Seahawk cards and other collectibles.
10. The Birth of the 12th Man
The Seahawks’ fan base, known as the 12th Man, became one of the loudest and most influential in sports. CenturyLink Field (now Lumen Field) is notorious for registering earthquake-like activity and creating a near-impossible environment for opposing teams.
