Throwback Thursday: Russell Wilson's Press Conference After Being Named Starting QB In 2012

On August 26, 2012, Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll named rookie quarterback Russell Wilson the starter for week one of the 2012 season. Here's what Russell had to say after earning the nod.

The Seattle Seahawks faced the Dallas Cowboys in the 2006 Wild Card Round. With the Cowboys attempting a go-ahead field goal with just over a minute to play, Tomo Romo fumbled the snap, then took off for the end zone before getting tackled by safety Jordan Babineaux to seal a dramatic Seahawks win.

Take a look back to Week 2 of the 2002 season as RB Shaun Alexander opened the first home game with 5 touchdowns in the first half of the game against the Vikings.

We go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find the 2014 matchup with the Arizona Cardinals when running back Marshawn Lynch beat several would-be tacklers on his way to a career-long 79-yard touchdown!

On this date, we go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find the Seahawks' Week 17 win over the Lions in 1990!

On this date, we go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find Steve Largent's last game as a Seahawk on December 23, 1989!

We go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find the 2000 matchup with the Oakland Raiders, when a Raiders safety allowed the Seahawks to pull within 3 points late in the fourth quarter. The Seahawks were able to complete the comeback win with a final score of 27-24!

To celebrate our Week 14 matchup with the Texans, we go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find the 2013 matchup, when the Seahawks' came back to win in overtime!

To celebrate our Week 11 matchup with the Cardinals, we go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find the 2012 matchup, when the Seahawks' shutout the Cardinals 58-0!

To celebrate our Week 10 matchup with the Packers, we go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find Lamar King's huge field goal block that led to a Shawn Springs touchdown from 1999. It was the Seahawks' last win in Green Bay.

Watch Hall of Famer Steve Hutchinson's best blocks while playing guard for the Seattle Seahawks. The Seahawks will honor Hutchinson for his HOF induction during halftime of their Thursday Night Football game vs. the Rams on October 7, 2021.

Throwback Thursday! Today, we go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find a big overtime win over the Houston Oilers from the 1990 season.

Throwback Thursday! Today, we go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find an episode of The Pete Carroll Show from the 2010 season, in which running back Marshawn Lynch breaks down the famous Beast Quake Run from Seattle's' 2010 Wild Card matchup with New Orleans. Sponsored by Emerald Queen Casino & Hotel.

Throwback Thursday! Today, we go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find a recording from Seahawks Legend Matt Hasselbeck playing a harmless game of 20 Questions.

Throwback Thursday! Today, we go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find a recording from Seahawks Legend Steve Largent's final game of the 1989 season, in which Largent receives the inaugural Steve Largent Award and is inducted as the first member into the Seahawks Ring of Honor.

Check out the Seattle Seahawks' greatest plays in their history with the Washington Football Team.

Throwback Thursday! Today, we go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find an episode of Seahawks All Access from 2011. The episode showcases a postgame interaction between Seahawks Legend Marshawn Lynch and former team owner John Nordstrom. Sponsored by Emerald Queen Casino & Hotel.

Check out the Seattle Seahawks' greatest plays in their history with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Check out the Seattle Seahawks' greatest plays in their history with the Los Angeles Rams.

Throwback Thursday! Today, we go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find an episode of Seahawks Insider from 2001. The episode features a deep dive into Seahawks Legend Brock Huard's backstory and his impact on the Seattle Seahawks. Fast forward almost two decades, Huard will be on the call during the Seahawks' 2020 Week 9 matchup in Buffalo.

Throwback Thursday! Today, we go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find an episode of Seahawks Sunday from 1996. The episode features a preview of the team's upcoming matchup with the Miami Dolphins, a film breakdown with head coach Dennis Erickson, and an interview with linebacker Dean Wells. The episode also takes you behind-the-scenes of a PSA commercial starring running back Steve Broussard.

Throwback Thursday! Today, we go deep into the Seahawks Video Vault to find an episode of Seahawks Insiders from 2001. The episode features a preview of the team's upcoming matchup with the Dallas Cowboys, along with a feature story on Seahawks fullback Mack Strong. The episode also takes a look at the progress of Qwest Field, the team's new stadium.

Wilson, Thomas, Chancellor, Sherman, Bennett, Lynch, Smith, Harvin. Just a few of the many notable names you may recognize from the 2013 Seattle Seahawks squad. The Seattle Seahawks defeated the favored Denver Broncos 43-8 in Super Bowl XLVIII and the 2013 team truly made a mark in the Seahawks history books that season. Having clinched the NFC's No. 1 seed and homefield advantage throughout the playoffs with their 13-3 record, the team tied their previous record in 2005 for the best in franchise history. Seattle's defense, also known at the time as the 'Legion of Boom,' was in full force and is still to this day regarded by many to be among the best ever in NFL history. This recap video, produced by NFL Films at the conclusion of the season, features all of the big plays and moments from throughout the year.

A young quarterback from the University of Wisconsin-Madison emerged in the Seattle Seahawks' 2012 season, winning the starting QB job as a rookie-- his name was Russell Wilson. Wilson was drafted in the third round of the 2012 draft, following two other notable Seahawks players, linebacker Bobby Wagner and defensive end Bruce Irvin. Head coach Pete Carroll, having coached the team for only two seasons prior, took the team to the Divisional Round of the playoffs in which they lost to the Atlanta Falcons by a close score of 30-28. The Seahawks finished the season 11-5, an improvement from a 7-9 record in 2011, and it marked Seattle's first winning season since 2007. Their 11 victories were the third-best in franchise history. This recap video, produced by NFL Films at the conclusion of the season, features all of the big plays and moments from throughout the year.

The squad went 13-3 during the regular season, winning the NFC West and securing the #1 seed for the first time in franchise history. They marched through the NFC side of the playoff bracket with relative ease to punch their ticket to the Super Bowl, another first for the organization. Prior to 2013, the 2005 Seahawks were indisputably the best team in franchise history. The Seahawks were nearly unstoppable on offense in 2005. The offensive line, featuring two future Hall of Famers in Walter Jones and Steve Hutchinson, provided plenty of opportunities for quarterback Matt Hasselbeck and running back Shaun Alexander. The well-balanced attack scored 452 points, the most in the NFL. Alexander was particularly dominant, leading the league in rushing with 1,880 yards and breaking the single-season touchdown record with 28. He was eventually named the NFL MVP, the only Seahawks player to ever win the award. This recap video, produced by NFL Films at the conclusion of the season, features all of the big plays and moments from throughout the year.