Russell Wilson led the Seattle Seahawks to an 11-5 record and has a chance to avenge his Super Bowl XLIX interception in these playoffs. “I am never going to let one play define my career, good or bad,” Wilson said.

ImageMalcolm Butler’s goal-line interception has haunted the Seahawks. The team has not advanced past the N.F.C. championship game in the years since.Credit…A.J. Mast for The New York Times

ImageWilson put the Seahawks in position to kick a game-winning field goal in overtime against the San Francisco 49ers in November.Credit…Ezra Shaw/Getty Images

SEATTLE. Let’s get it. @Seahawks #GoHawks pic.twitter.com/xeWnEnUzmR

— Russell Wilson (@DangeRussWilson) April 16, 2019

When he spoke about his most stirring, memorable plays, his words tumbled out fast, and with an earnestness that brought to mind a young preacher — no surprise given Wilson’s oft-professed evangelical Christianity.

ImageWilson’s 2016 marriage to the musician Ciara, center, and their growing family provided much-needed balance in his football-driven life. “When you get to have kids and you get to have another thing to play for, it always helps.”Credit…Ted S. Warren/Associated Press

ImageWilson has been more open on social media, delighting many fans.Credit…Bill Streicher/USA Today Sports, via Reuters

ImageA loss to the Rams raised questions of playoff strength.Credit…Gary A. Vasquez/USA Today Sports, via Reuters