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It's Not Just Russ, the Seattle Seahawks Are Becoming a Force in the NFC

They are not the Seattle Russell Wilsons.

The MVP candidate might be the Seahawks' best player, and he's certainly their most famous employee. But in Seattle's 37-30 Monday Night Football victory over the Minnesota Vikings, the Seahawks declared to a national audience that they're a top-tier contender for plenty of reasons—only one of which is the fact Wilson is a superstar in his prime.

Seattle overcame an all-time flukey Minnesota touchdown in order to beat the Vikings despite the fact banged-up No. 1 wide receiver Tyler Lockett was held without a catch. It was a reminder that the team is experienced, well-coached, resilient and mentally strong, which is scary considering they now lead the NFC West and are on track for a first-round bye in the playoffs.