31.  But the game ball, according to receiver Darnell McDonald, should go to a player who made most of his big plays in the kicking game.

32.  Campo, rewarded with a game ball after earning his first victory as a head coach, gave extra credit to the defensive line and linebackers.

33.  Carter got the first game ball.

34.  Coach Pete Carroll gave a game ball to Washington.

35.  Coach Don Nelson presented Rooks the game ball.

36.  Coaches gave Dane the game ball.

37.  Coach Tom Flores said a game ball from the victory will be awarded to Frier, who remains in serious condition at Overlake Hospital Medical Center in Bellevue.

38.  Collins stood and awarded a game ball to Fassel.

39.  Darrell Green played effectively despite suffering a torn calf muscle and received a game ball.

40.  Eaton already has earned a few game balls with the Seahawks, and the Patriots have not adequately replaced him.