Travis Brown

The Seahawks defeated the Carolina Panthers, 31-17, in a Divisional Playoff Game. Russell Wilson throws three touchdown passes and was 8 of 8 for 199 yards and each of his TD passes on third downs. Earl Thomas (11), Chancellor (10) and Bobby Wagner (nine) combine for 30 tackles to lead the defensive effort.

Selected Southern California DE Lawrence Jackson in the first round of the NFL Draft

Phil Neri, a Seahawks scout since 1985, is named College Scouting Director.

Wide Receiver Steve Largent becomes the first Seahawks player to be elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Largent was elected in his first year of eligibility. He played his entire NFL career with Seattle from 1976-89, and retired in possession of six NFL receiving marks, including most receptions (819), yards (13,089), touchdowns (100), and consecutive games with a reception (177). Largent’s presenter for induction is Seahawks’ Vice President Gary Wright.