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On this day in history: Seahawks win Super Bowl XLVIII

On this day in history: Seahawks win Super Bowl XLVIII

We at Seahawks Wire would not be doing our jobs properly if we did not acknowledge the most Holiest of Holy days on the Seattle sports calendar… the anniversary of the Seahawks’ triumph in Super Bowl XLVIII. After 38 years of existence in the National Football League, the Seahawks finally claimed their first Lombardi, and brought a championship back to the Emerald City… their first major sports title since the 1978-1978 SuperSonics.

The Seahawks narrowly survived against their hated rivals, the San Francisco 49ers, in the NFC Championship thanks to a miraculous tipped interception play from Richard Sherman and Malcolm Smith. But the greatest challenge, or so we thought, was on the horizon: the Denver Broncos and the most explosive offense in NFL history, led by league MVP Peyton Manning.

This was billed as the showdown of the century. The best offense in league history against perhaps the single greatest defense ever. An unstoppable force versus a movable object. A clash of the titan. Who would come out on top!?

Well, we learned the answer to that literally 12 seconds into the game, as the ball sailed past Manning’s head and into the end zone for a safety, giving the Seahawks an early 2-0 lead. A lead that literally proved to be insurmountable. It was the fastest score in Super Bowl history, only matched by Percy Harvin’s kick return to begin the second half… which also took place in 12 seconds.

While the Seahawks are still searching for the always elusive second Lombardi, the fact they claimed one will always be an accomplishment worth celebrating. In fact, since they won to conclude the 2013 season, only one other “first timer” team (the Philadelphia Eagles) won it all, highlighting just how difficult it is to claim the ultimate prize in all of sports.

The greatest team in franchise history, and some of the best players to ever wear a Seahawk uniform, all got to hoist the Lombardi. They all won rings. They will forever be Super Bowl champions.

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WATCH: Marshawn Lynch provides hilarious moment during Pete Carroll’s first Raiders presser

WATCH: Marshawn Lynch provides hilarious moment during Pete Carroll’s first Raiders presser

Marshawn Lynch stole the show for a moment during Pete Carroll’s introductory press conference with the Las Vegas Raiders.

Carroll was hired as the team’s next head coach. He has a longstanding relationship with the former NFL running back as the two were together with the Seattle Seahawks.

Even dating back to his playing days, Lynch cemented himself as an iconic for his excellent sense of humor. He put that on display again as Carroll was speaking in Las Vegas.

Along with their time together in Seattle, Lynch spent time as a Raiders player too. He’s also an Oakland native. It makes sense that Lynch made a cameo appearance on Monday.

Lynch made his mark on Carroll’s press conference by hilariously yelling out “Raiders!” in the midst of it.

The clip of Lynch can be found below:

Marshawn Lynch delightfully crashed Pete Carroll’s first Raiders press conference

RAIDERS!

New Las Vegas Raiders coach Pete Carroll’s introductory press conference on Monday featured a surprise cameo by one of his former players.

Former Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch, who played for Carroll with the Seattle Seahawks, crashed Carroll’s presser and excitedly yelled “RAIDERS!” as he was toward the back of the press room.

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Carroll didn’t seem all that surprised by Lynch’s jubilant Raiders chant, as we’re sure he knew his former running back was in attendance for the event.

Lynch remains one of the best NFL personalities out there, and it was absolutely delightful to hear him pop up during Carroll’s introduction.

Raiders fans should love having Lynch in the fold as a proud alumnus.

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Look: Marshawn Lynch shows up to Pete Carroll’s first Raiders press conference

Marshawn Lynch was in attendance to support Pete Carroll, his former head coach with the Seahawks

Pete Carroll is starting a new chapter in his coaching career as the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders, and right there to support him on Day 1 was one of his former players: the beloved Marshawn Lynch.

Lynch attended Carroll’s introductory press conference with the Raiders on Monday, watching his former head coach take on his new role in Las Vegas. Carroll and Lynch have a great relationship so it’s hardly surprising to see Beastmode in attendance, but it’s still cool, nonetheless.

Below is a quick shot of Lynch at the press conference, standing in the back with Maxx Crosby and others.

During his career, Lynch played seven years with the Seahawks and two with the Raiders, peaking during his time in Seattle when Carroll was the head coach. He made four straight Pro Bowls with the Seahawks, winning one Super Bowl and reaching another where Seattle lost to the Patriots.

Happy 14th anniversary to the Beast Quake!

Happy 14th anniversary to the Beast Quake!

On this day in Seattle Seahawks history, beloved franchise icon Marshawn Lynch quite literally moved the Earth. Lynch ran his way into history with his legendary “Beast Quake” run to help the Seahawks upset the defending Super Bowl champion New Orleans Saints.

At 7-9, Seattle became the first team to ever qualify for the playoffs with a losing record. The NFC West had been abysmal and the Seahawks managed to climb to the top of the worst division in football. But it did not matter, because they proved their worth by defeating the Saints 41-36.

Of course, the play of the game was none other than the aforementioned Beast Quake. Nursing a 34-30 lead with under four minutes to go, Matt Hasselbeck handed the ball to Lynch, and well, the rest was history.

Little did 12’s at the time know, but this run helped kick off the greatest era in Seahawks history. For this, it is always worth remembering one of the best runs of all time, and one of the best moments of Seattle football ever.

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Saints on wrong end of one of B/R’s ‘most incredible’ sports moments

The New Orleans Saints were on the wrong end of one of the ‘most incredible’ sports moments of the last 25 years from Bleacher Report:

The New Orleans Saints have been on the wrong end of plenty of heartbreaking playoff losses, but one of them is considered to be one of the greatest sports moments in the last 25 years.

Bleacher Report recently released a ranking of what they considered to be ‘the most incredible sports moments of the last quarter century’ and the Saints made the list, but the play happened against them.

Put at No. 19 out of 25 was Marshawn Lynch’s “Beast Quake” run in the Wild Card round of the 2010 NFL season. Lynch ran through the New Orleans defense for a 67-yard touchdown that would go on to secure the win, embarrassing multiple Saints defenders on the way.

The Saints had a shot to win it all that year, finishing 11-5, but lost to a 7-9 Seattle Seahawks squad. If it is any consolation, the Atlanta Falcons 28-3 Super Bowl collapse ended up much higher on the last at the third-overall spot. David Tyree’s helmet catch from Super Bowl XLII was considered to be the best.

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George Pickens does his best Marshawn Lynch impression while speaking with reporters

George Pickens delivers a Marshawn Lynch-inspired response to media questions amid recent criticism, opting to avoid addressing the media.

With recent criticism over his antics, issues with reporters, and his overall on the field character in question, it’s no wonder why George Pickens doesn’t want to make himself available when speaking to the media.

However, Pickens offered up an amazing and hilarious statement to kick off Friday’s media availability,  borrowing from the infamous one liner made famous by legendary RB Marshawn Lynch: “I’m just here so I won’t get fined.”

Pickens was criticized following the loss to the Cleveland Browns, when he blamed the weather for the loss rather than Pittsburgh’s own shortcomings.  Perhaps his subtle vow for silence is what’s best to keep distractions out of the locker room.

Pickens will need to keep his mind laser focused on the AFC North divisional matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, as the game is bound to be shootout in Week 13, on December 1st, at 1:00 PM EST.

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George Pickens goes full Marshawn Lynch with media on Friday

George Pickens says he’s only talking to the media so he doesn’t get fined.

The fact there is now even more drama surrounding a Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver should come as no surprise. The Steelers have had their share of malcontents at the position over the years from guys like Antonio Brown and Chase Claypool and now you can add George Pickens to the list.

Pickens has had his share of on and off-field issues during his tenure in Pittsburgh and his latest go-round has him going full Marshawn Lynch when he spoke to the media on Friday. Pickens was asked about the comments from Cleveland Browns cornerback Greg Newsome calling Pickens a fake tough guy after their scrum on Thursday night after practice on Friday night and he went full Marshawn Lynch with his reply.

 

I know fans will find this funny because many consider Lynch such a likable guy but there’s nothing good about this for a team battling for a conference crown.

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Coby Bryant has a message for Marshawn Lynch after his pick-6 celebration

Coby Bryant has a message for Marshawn Lynch after his pick-6 celebration

Without a doubt the biggest play of the Seattle Seahawks 16-6 win over the Arizona Cardinals was safety Coby Bryant’s interception return for a touchdown. The score extended Seattle’s lead to 13-3 and effectively put the game out of reach for the Cardinals, given how well Seattle’s defense was playing.

For those with a keen eye and a good memory, Bryant’s celebration as he cascaded into the end zone was the same as the legendary Marshawn Lynch, who did it twice at the end of his two best runs. The iconic Beast Quake in the playoffs, then the sequel in 2014… which was against the Arizona Cardinals. More on that particular run in a minute.

Seahawks fans everywhere can recognize that celebration, and Bryant acknowledged after the game it was specifically an homage to Lynch himself. After all, could you truly make such a gesture in a Seattle uniform and have it not be about Beast Mode? Bryant explained after the game it was in honor of No. 24, and since Bryant knows he is about to be fined, he gave a special request to Lynch.

Unfortunately, the NFL is most assuredly going to come down hard on Bryant. Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams made a similar move on a touchdown against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 11. The league fined Williams an astonishing $19,697 for his “obscene gesture.”

The horror. Won’t somebody please think of the children!?

Quarterback Geno Smith even said postgame press conference “Man, please don’t fine him, NFL. Let him keep his money!”

Bryant understood what could be the potential cost, and decided to do so anyway. Good for him. He mentioned in the press conference that he chose the Lynch celebration specifically because he was playing the Cardinals. Bryant then began reminiscing about where he was when Marshawn barreled through the Arizona defense that fateful night.

“I was actually watching the game with my dad [in Cleveland],” Bryant explained. “I am so happy to be drafted here. I told my parents I was going to do it, and it manifested itself!”

Speaking of his parents, Bryant also mentioned how Sunday was a rather special day for his family outside of football. When asked about what Bryant did with the ball he intercepted, he gave one of the best answers a player can give:

“I definitely snagged the ball. It’s actually my mom’s birthday. What a coincidence, and I’m going to give it to her as one of her gifts.”  

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NFL fines Jameson Williams for his homage to Marshawn Lynch vs. the Jaguars

NFL fines Jameson Williams for his TD celebration homage to Marshawn Lynch vs. the Jaguars

For the second time this season, Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams has earned a fine from the NFL for paying homage to a league legend.

The first one came when Williams emulated Lions Hall of Famer Calvin Johnson after scoring a touchdown with a dunk on the goal post. Williams earned another in Week 11 for his homage to Marshawn Lynch in Detroit’s blowout win over the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Williams earned the fine for the crotch grab portion of the plunge into the end zone.

 

No word yet on if Lynch will help pay the fine for Jamo…