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Riq Woolen Apologizes for Taunting Flag as Seahawks Clinch Super Bowl Berth

The cornerback pledged better discipline following the two-play lapse that turned a fourth-and-12 stop into a Rams touchdown.

Overview

  • Referee Clay Martin said the flag was for continued jawing into the Rams’ bench after warnings to walk away.
  • The penalty gave Los Angeles a first down, and Matthew Stafford hit Puka Nacua for a 34-yard touchdown on the next play.
  • Seattle later stuffed a fourth-and-4 in the end zone and drained the clock to secure a 31-27 NFC title win.
  • Woolen owned the mistake postgame and on social media, vowing no more taunting penalties and saying he must celebrate with teammates.
  • The moment drew split reactions from analysts and fans over taunting enforcement, while Seahawks coaches and leaders publicly backed Woolen as he approaches free agency.