Russell Wilson #3 of the Seattle Seahawks celebrates beating the New England Patriots during a game at CenturyLink Field on October 14, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. The Seahawks beat the Patriots 24-23.

I thought for sure the New England Patriots would run all over the Seattle Seahawks, but the Seahawks defense is for real. Not to mention that Russell Wilson is quite a crafty quarterback. It is sure fun to watch him play. Here are some pictures from the game. More after the break.

Marcus Trufant #23, far left, of the Seattle Seahawks and teammates celebrate stopping the Wes Welker #83 of the New England Patriots on fourth down late in fourth quarter of play at CenturyLink Field on October 14, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. The Seahawks beat the Patriots 24-23.

Richard Sherman #25 of the Seattle Seahawks intercepts tehe ball aganist Deion Branch #84 of the New England Patriots during a game at CenturyLink Field on October 14, 2012 in Seattle, Washington. The Seahawks beat the Patriots 24-23.

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Replacement referees signal a Seattle Seahawk touchdown on the last play of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers, Monday, Sept. 24, 2012, in Seattle. The Seahawks won the game 14-12.

The Call or as I’ve heard in called by other the Fail Mary happened right in front of me. To be honest I have not seen any video of the controversial play between the Green Bay Packers and the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field. A lot has been made of  the two officials signaling different calls, but that happens all the time and usually the officials huddle together and agree on the call. Here is a couple of pictures of play and a few other from game. I have been told, apparently, that one of my pictures made Rachel Maddow’s ‘Photo of the Week’ and that my picture along with one by Getty Photographer Otto Gruele made it on to the Daily Show as well.

Green Bay Packers, Tramon Williams (38), Charles Woodson (21), Seattle Seahawks Charly Martin (14), M.D. Jennings, all go up for a pass that Seattle Seahawks Golden Tate, helmet at far right, comes up with for the touchdown in the final seconds an NFL football game, Monday, Sept. 24, 2012, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)

Green Bay Packers, Tramon Williams (38), Charles Woodson (21), Seattle Seahawks Charly Martin (14), M.D. Jennings, all go up for a pass that Golden Tate, right, comes up with for the touchdown in the final seconds an NFL football game, Monday, Sept. 24, 2012, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Stephen Brashear)

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Running back Marshawn Lynch #24 of the Seattle Seahawks somersaults in the end zone after scoring a touchdown against the Atlanta Falcons during play at CenturyLink Field on October 2, 2011 in Seattle, Washington. The Falcons won the game 30-28.

I photographed the Seattle Seahawks as they nearly beat the Atlanta Falcons. It wasn’t expected, since the Falcons had a 20-point lead at one point. The game included a Marshawn Lynch touchdown, which feature a flip in the end zone (above). Mike Williams also had a touchdown. Unforunately, an unnamed photography leaned out and block my lens during the touch, which is why the right side of the fram is a bit hazy. The Seahawks lost on the last play of the game when they came up short on a 61-yard field goal. I think I got a fairly nice picture of the dejection and celebration in the same frame. I especially like the quality of light in the Williams touchdown celebration photo. And there are photos after the break.

Kicker Steven Hauschka #4, second from left, of the Seattle Seahawks and holder Jon Ryan #9 react to missing a 61-yard late in the fourth quarter against the Atlanta Falcons at CenturyLink Field on October 2, 2011 in Seattle, Washington. The Falcons won the game 30-28. In the background Brent Grimes #20 of the Atlanta Falcons celebrates.

Wide Receiver Mike Williams #17, center, of the Seattle Seahawks is congratulated by teammates, from left, Justin Forsett #20, John Moffitt #74, Max Unger #60 and Anthony McCoy #85 during play against the Atlanta Falcons at CenturyLink Field on October 2, 2011 in Seattle, Washington. The Falcons won the game 30-28.

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Oakland Raiders against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington, USA, 2 September 2011.

In and effort to shake off the rust, I photographed the final preseason game between the Oakland Raiders and the Seattle Seahawks. I’m a bit happier with my effort this time ar0und.

Oakland Raiders against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington, USA, 2 September 2011.

Oakland Raiders against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington, USA, 2 September 2011.

Oakland Raiders against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington, USA, 2 September 2011.

Oakland Raiders against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington, USA, 2 September 2011.

Minnesota Vikings against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington, USA, 19 August 2011.

I wasn’t sure that there would be a season this year, so preseason is a bit of a relief. Though thankfully it seems it was preseason for me as well as it seems I’m a bit rusty shooting football. Here are some photographs from the Seattle Seahawks preseason home opener against the Minnesota Vikings.

Minnesota Vikings against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington, USA, 19 August 2011.

Minnesota Vikings against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington, USA, 19 August 2011.

Minnesota Vikings against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field in Seattle, Washington, USA, 19 August 2011.

I covered the Civil War in Corvallis this weekend. It was exciting to be covering a team playing for a national championship berth. As always the Civil War is a good game regardless of what each team’s record is. The Ducks were just too much for Oregon State. Because of the national championship implications, the sideline was more crowded than usual. It was nice to see Kenjon Barner back on field – and returning kicks -  for the Ducks after a brutal hit during the Washington State game (Though I think he had been back a few game before that. It was first I’d seen him play). Here is a shot of Barner in action. I think he had a pair of touchdowns on the day.

Kenjon Barner picking up yards before he is pushed out of bounds

I covered the Civil War in Corvallis this weekend. It was exciting to be covering a team playing for a national championship berth. As always the Civil War is a good game regardless of what each team’s record is. The Ducks were just too much for Oregon State. Because of the national championship implications, the sideline was more crowded than usual. It was nice to see Kenjon Barner back on field – and returning kicks -  for the Ducks after a brutal hit during the Washington State game (Though I think he had been back a few game before that. It was first I’d seen him play). Here is a shot of Barner in action. I think he had a pair of touchdowns on the day.

I photographed my first Seahawks game Sunday. It was a great day for football brisk, but no rain though the forecast earlier in the week called for it. Unfortunately, the Seahawks were crushed 41-7. By halftime the game was over and by the fourth quarter the Giants had pulled their starters. Here are a few pictures from the game:

New York Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks can't hold on to a pass as he is interfered with by Seattle Seahawks cornerback Marcus Trufant during the first half of a game at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington, USA, 7 November 2010.

New York Giants running back Ahmad Bradshaw dives forward for extra yards against the Seattle Seahawks during the first half of a game at Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington, USA, 7 November 2010. The Giants won the game 41-7.

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I covered the Oregon Ducks against the Washington State Cougars in Pullman Saturday. WSU put up a pretty good fight for the first half of the game, but Oregon was too much. The game also featured one of the biggest collision on a kick off I’ve ever seen and heard. No, unfortunately (maybe fortunately) I did  not get a picture of Kenjon Barner getting knocked out cold. I wasn’t in the right spot for that. Though I did get a particularly telling image of LaMichael James’ reaction to his teammate’s injury. Barner stood up before leaving the field in an ambulance and played later in the season.

Here is a shot of Oregon wide receiver Jeff Maehl hurdling a defender. It seems he does that a lot.

This was one of my first games shooting with my Canon 1D Mark IV, which is a really nice camera … really nice. The file sizes are large and look really good, especially when upgrading from a 1D Mark II (I stayed away from the Mark III).