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Russell Wilson Sets Seahawks All-Time Mark for Single-Season Passing Yards

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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson threw for 4,219 yards in 2016, setting a franchise record for the most passing yards in a single season, per NFL Communications.

Hampered by multiple injuries through much of the season, Wilson's limited mobility required him to throw the ball a career-high 546 times. While he turned that into a franchise record for passing yards, his touchdown-interception ratio—21 touchdowns versus 11 interceptions—was actually the worst of his career.

Part of Wilson's struggles throwing the ball related to his immobility. Wilson tends to be a creative presence, moving around in the pocket and escaping to find people who otherwise wouldn't be open.