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GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The biggest moment in Malcolm Butler’s career happened right at State Farm Stadium, when the rookie cornerback stepped in front of a Seattle Seahawks receiver at the goal line, intercepted a Russell Wilson pass, and secured a stunning Super Bowl 49 victory for the New England Patriots.
Who intercepted Russell Wilson in the Super Bowl?
cornerback Malcolm Butler
The game is best remembered for the Seahawks’ last play, where they threatened to score a winning touchdown at New England’s 1-yard line, but were intercepted in the final moments by Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler.
Who ruined the Patriots perfect season?
Giants
It was supposedly the culmination of the perfect 2007 season for Tom Brady and the New England Patriots, and a fourth Super Bowl title since 2002. Few gave the New York Giants much of a chance in the NFL championship game on Feb.
Was that an interception in the Super Bowl?
Antoine Winfield Sr. once intercepted Tom Brady, and now, his son has snagged the first interception in Super Bowl LV for Brady’s Buccaneers.
Who did Malcolm Butler interception?
We all remember what happened: Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler jumped Ricardo Lockette’s slant route and intercepted Wilson at the goal line with 20 seconds remaining, sealing New England’s improbable 28-24 victory over the Seattle Seahawks.
How did Seahawks lose Super Bowl 49?
At the end of Super Bowl 49, the Seattle Seahawks lost the game when they threw the ball at the 1-yard line and Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler jumped the route for a game-sealing interception. Since that day, people blab nonstop about Seattle’s “mistake,” not handing the ball to Marshawn Lynch at that moment.
What down was the Malcolm Butler interception?
In his final three seasons, he was a member of the Tennessee Titans. A two-time Super Bowl winner and Pro Bowl selection during his Patriots tenure, Butler is best known for his goal line interception in the final seconds of Super Bowl XLIX….Malcolm Butler.
| Total tackles: | 406 |
|---|---|
| Defensive touchdowns: | 2 |
Who beat the 16-0 Patriots?
the New York Giants
In Super Bowl XLII, the New York Giants defeated the Patriots 17–14 in an upset….
| 2007 New England Patriots season | |
|---|---|
| Record | 16–0 |
| Division place | 1st AFC East |
| Playoff finish | Won Divisional Playoffs (vs. Jaguars) 31–20 Won AFC Championship (vs. Chargers) 21–12 Lost Super Bowl XLII (vs. Giants) 14–17 |
| Pro Bowlers | show 8 |
Did the Patriots go 16-0?
2007
The 2007 New England Patriots were the first NFL team to achieve a perfect 16-0 regular season record, and seemed destined to go down as the greatest team ever until their stunning defeat in Super Bowl XLII.
When was Malcolm Butler interception?
In 2015, the Seattle Seahawks lost to the England Patriots in heartbreak fashion. Malcolm Butler intercepted a pass at the goal line to seal the Super Bowl XLIX victory for the Patriots. After the play, Cris Collinsworth was not a fan of the play call by the Seahawks brass.
When was Super Bowl 49?
February 1, 2015, 3:30 PM PST
Super Bowl XLIX/Start dates
Why did Malcom Butler retire?
The initial report was that he was dealing with a personal situation. It has been speculated that perhaps it was related to his role on the team or related to football. Defensive coordinator Vance Joseph clarified that Thursday, telling reporters Butler had an important role on the team.
What happened in the Super Bowl 49?
On this date four years ago, in Super Bowl 49, the Seattle Seahawks blew the last chance they had to come out as champs. The Patriots and Seahawks made this game everything you would want in a Super Bowl, competing in a back-and-forth battle the whole night, but it all came down to one play.
Did the Seahawks make the right call in Super Bowl 49?
Seahawks made the right call in Super Bowl 49. Stop being mad at them. – SBNation.com At the end of Super Bowl 49, the Seattle Seahawks lost the game when they threw the ball at the 1-yard line and Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler jumped the route for a game-sealing interception.
Who did the Patriots beat to win the Super Bowl?
The American Football Conference (AFC) champion New England Patriots defeated the National Football Conference (NFC) champion and defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks 28–24 to earn their fourth Super Bowl title and their first since Super Bowl XXXIX 10 years earlier.
Why did the Patriots not take a timeout against the Seahawks?
As the clock ran down, the Patriots declined to take a timeout, but instead, ran a defensive look they hadn’t shown often. The Seahawks stayed in their 11 personnel, and the mismatch was created. What the Patriots did was unique, another reminder of what makes Bill Belichick a remarkable coach.
