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SeahawksRashid Shaheed Wins NFC Special Teams Player of the Week for 100-Yard Kickoff Return

The recognition underscores Seattle's special-teams edge heading into a Week 15 trip to face the Colts.

Overview

  • The NFL honored Shaheed after his 100-yard kickoff return touchdown, which stands as the longest touchdown in the league this season.
  • The return opened the second half of a 6-6 game in Atlanta, and Seattle went on a 31-3 run to finish a 37-9 win that moved the Seahawks to 10-3.
  • According to the team, the score is the longest Seahawks kick-return touchdown since 2015 and the third-longest kickoff return TD in franchise history.
  • Shaheed credited film study and coaching for the play, and a report said head coach Mike Macdonald challenged the team at halftime to return the kickoff for a score.
  • Next up is Week 15 against the Colts, with Indianapolis’ quarterback plan described as uncertain, potentially involving Riley Leonard or recent signee Philip Rivers.