Russell Wilson Super Bowl Interception Overview
Russell Wilson has appeared in multiple Super Bowls, and his interception record in those games is a key part of his postseason narrative. In Super Bowl XLVIII, Wilson threw two interceptions for the Seattle Seahawks against the New England Patriots. In Super Bowl XLIX, Wilson threw one interception in the loss to the Patriots. In Super Bowl XLVI, he did not start but was on the sideline as the Seahawks lost to the Giants. In Super Bowl XLVIII and XLIX, the interceptions came against Tom Brady and the Patriots offense, which capitalized on Wilson's mistakes in critical moments. More details on his career postseason stats can be found on the official NFL website at www.nfl.com.
The interception numbers place Wilson among the quarterbacks with multiple Super Bowl appearances and turnovers in those games. His two interceptions in Super Bowl XLVIII tied him with several other high-profile quarterbacks who struggled in the biggest stage. The Seahawks lost both Super Bowl XLVIII and XLIX by narrow margins, and the interceptions were central to those outcomes. For broader context on quarterback performance in the Super Bowl, resources such as ESPN provide detailed breakdowns at ESPN's Super Bowl quarterback analysis.
Key Players Who Intercepted Russell Wilson
Super Bowl XLVIII Interceptions
In Super Bowl XLVIII, the interceptions of Russell Wilson were caught by Patriots defenders who leveraged Seattle's offensive tendencies. The primary play that stands out involved a turnover that shifted momentum early in the game. The Seahawks' offensive line struggled to protect Wilson, and the Patriots' defense executed disciplined coverage schemes that forced him into risky throws. The official game summary and play-by-play data are available on Pro Football Reference at Pro Football Reference Super Bowl XLVIII box score.
The defensive players who secured those interceptions were part of a Patriots unit that ranked among the best in the 2013 season. Their ability to anticipate Wilson's reads and jump routes was a decisive factor in the 43-8 victory. The Seahawks' coaching staff later reviewed the game film to address protection and decision-making issues, but the interceptions remained a defining moment of that loss. The game film and additional breakdowns can be explored through NFL Films content linked on the NFL's official site at NFL Films highlights.
Super Bowl XLIX Interception
In Super Bowl XLIX, Russell Wilson threw a single interception that proved costly in the Seahawks' 28-24 loss to the Patriots. The play occurred in the fourth quarter and was a critical turning point, as it halted a Seattle drive that could have changed the game's outcome. The interception was caught by a Patriots defender who positioned himself perfectly to undercut a Wilson pass route. The Seahawks had led late in the game, but the turnover gave New England possession in a position to mount a comeback. Detailed play data and charts are available on the official NFL play index at NFL Play Index.
The interception highlighted the tight defensive battle between Seattle's offense and New England's secondary, which was anchored by experienced defenders. Wilson's decision on that throw was scrutinized by analysts, who noted the pressure from the Patriots' front four and the coverage behind it. The Seahawks went on to lose the game by four points, and the turnover remains one of the most discussed moments from that matchup. For further analysis of the defensive strategies used, resources such as The Athletic offer in-depth breakdowns at