"There were snow games, a record number of close games, wacky plays, great individual performances, lots of tears (we see you, Buffalo Bills), the most ill-timed ankle injury ever, a guy named "Stiddy," a highly controversial call on Brandin Cooks' "catch" that was ruled an interception, and a one-and-done playoff run by the defending champion Philadelphia Eagles. In all, we saw 13 games, culminating with the Seattle Seahawks' 29-13 win over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX."
"The play is called "Skyy Bang Reverse Pass." It produced best trickeration moment of the postseason. San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan dialed up the play at the perfect time, resulting in a pivotal touchdown in the Niners' 23-19 win over the Eagles in the wild-card round. Brock Purdy handed off to Skyy Moore on a jet sweep. He flipped it to Jauan Jennings, who lofted a 29-yard touchdown to Christian McCaffrey, who made like Willie Mays with an over-the-shoulder catch."
The 2025-26 NFL postseason occurred without Tom Brady, Peyton Manning or Patrick Mahomes for the first time since 1998, yet produced intense drama and new stars. The playoffs included snow games, a record number of close contests, inventive trick plays, standout individual performances, and emotional moments such as Buffalo Bills' heartbreak and a poorly timed ankle injury. A controversial officiating decision reversed Brandin Cooks' catch into an interception. San Francisco executed the 'Skyy Bang Reverse Pass' for a pivotal touchdown, showcasing creative play-calling. The run culminated in the Seattle Seahawks' 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX, with Kenneth Walker III winning Super Bowl MVP.
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