Seahawks embracing change under new coach Mike Macdonald: ‘He’s the guy’

RENTON, Wash. — Geno Smith walked into the team meeting at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center on the first day of the Seattle Seahawks’ offseason program and strolled toward the side of the auditorium where the rack of basketballs usually sits. But he’s handling it pretty well, and I can’t wait to get to learn about him more — not even about football but off the field as I talk to him more.” Macdonald’s Baltimore defense completely shut down Seattle’s offense last season, so the Seahawks already have a good feel for what their new coach can bring as a schemer and play caller. Macdonald has often referred to this as his “growth mindset.” GO DEEPER Mike Macdonald lets the Ravens defense do his talking “He’s a good one,” said Love, entering his second season with the Seahawks. The takeaway across the locker room is all great so far.” Maximizing the talent of his players grew to be part of Macdonald’s reputation in Baltimore, where defenders like linebacker Patrick Queen, safeties Kyle Hamilton and Geno Stone, and defensive tackle Justin Madubuike played the best football of their careers last season. GO DEEPER Mike Macdonald’s vision for the Seahawks’ defense starts with one thing: Versatility Love is looking forward to having an even better year under Macdonald.