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Chancellor's timely punch saves Seahawks against Lions

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Oct 5, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks strong safety Kam Chancellor (31) reacts after his tackle …

(Reuters) - Kam Chancellor's game-saving effort on Monday against the Detroit Lions rescued the Seattle Seahawks' season and proved his ultimate value to the franchise.

The Seahawks were a yard away from defeat in the final minutes as Detroit wide receiver Calvin Johnson lunged toward the end zone for a go-ahead touchdown, when Chancellor swooped in from behind and knocked the ball loose for a touchback.

Chancellor's superb effort secured the 13-10 victory for Seattle (2-2) and restored their campaign back to level ground.