Seahawks fail at first test of the season, but still flash potential despite suffering first loss
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Seahawks fail at first test of the season, but still flash potential despite suffering first loss

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — That soft landing Mike Macdonald’s crew received to start his first season in charge of the Seattle Seahawks failed its first test. There’s context that goes with Seattle’s 42-29 loss to Detroit on Monday night considering the Seahawks were missing five key defensive players and lost another starter to injury during the first half. What needs help Seattle’s run defense was not good in the first half and allowed Detroit to find the balance in its offense that made the pass game so successful. Next steps Seattle now faces consecutive short weeks to get its defensive issues fixed, beginning with Sunday’s game against the New York Giants, before hosting San Francisco on Oct. 10.

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How Klint Kubiak fits as the Seahawks’ new offensive coordinator, and what comes next
2 months ago

How Klint Kubiak fits as the Seahawks’ new offensive coordinator, and what comes next

New York Times  

The Seattle Seahawks have hired Klint Kubiak as their offensive coordinator, completing the first step of their offseason to-do list. GO DEEPER Seahawks hire Klint Kubiak as offensive coordinator There was some risk associated with a first-time head coach hiring a first-time offensive play caller as Macdonald did with Grubb, and there were obvious growing pains throughout the 2024 season. …

Seeking more balance on offense, Seahawks fire coordinator Ryan Grubb
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Seeking more balance on offense, Seahawks fire coordinator Ryan Grubb

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — First-year Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald was dissatisfied with his team’s lack of balance on offense, and that cost offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb his job. “It’s just my vision for our offense, I think, is just ultimately was different than where I thought thought it was going.” Seattle finished with the same record as the Rams but missed …

Geno Smith throws career-high 4 TD passes in Seahawks’ 30-25 win over playoff-bound Rams
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Geno Smith throws career-high 4 TD passes in Seahawks’ 30-25 win over playoff-bound Rams

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Matthew Stafford and nearly all of his fellow offensive starters watched the Los Angeles Rams’ regular-season finale in street clothes. “I know we’re going to show up next week ready to roll.” Geno Smith passed for 223 yards and threw his career-best fourth touchdown pass to Noah Fant with 3:19 to play, and the Seahawks finished their …

Rams can rest starters after clinching NFC West, while Seahawks left chasing individual milestones
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Rams can rest starters after clinching NFC West, while Seahawks left chasing individual milestones

Associated Press  

Seattle at Los Angeles Rams Sunday, 4:25 p.m. EST, Fox BetMGM NFL odds: Seahawks by 6 1/2. Smith-Njigba, who has averaged six receptions and 70 receiving yards per game this season, needs five catches to break teammate Tyler Lockett’s single-season franchise mark and needs 183 yards to pass DK Metcalf for the single-season franchise receiving yards record. … Coach Mike …

With playoff destiny out of their hands, Seahawks try to stay in chase as they face struggling Bears
3 months ago

With playoff destiny out of their hands, Seahawks try to stay in chase as they face struggling Bears

Associated Press  

LAKE FOREST, Ill. — Geno Smith and the Seattle Seahawks need a win to help keep their flickering playoff hopes from getting extinguished. Running back Kenneth Walker III left last week’s game with an ankle injury after sitting out the previous two because of a calf problem. Record watch Williams has a chance to set the Bears’ single-season passing record, …

Seahawks’ only path to playoffs is to win NFC West, with help from Rams
3 months ago

Seahawks’ only path to playoffs is to win NFC West, with help from Rams

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — The Seattle Seahawks may face insurmountable obstacles on their narrow path to the playoffs. Their only hope of reaching the postseason is to win the NFC West, and they’re a game behind the Los Angeles Rams after Sunday’s 27-24 loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Geno Smith’s 4-yard touchdown pass to AJ Barner gave the Seahawks the lead in …

Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24
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3 months ago

Sam Darnold and Justin Jefferson lead surging Vikings past Seahawks 27-24

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Sam Darnold connected with a well-covered Justin Jefferson with 3:51 left for his third TD pass of the game, and the Minnesota Vikings outlasted Geno Smith and the Seattle Seahawks 27-24 on Sunday to keep pace with Detroit for the top spot in the NFC. After the Seahawks took the lead on Smith’s third TD pass, Darnold led …

Late lapses vs. Vikings leave Seahawks in a familiar place, with season on the brink
3 months, 1 week ago

Late lapses vs. Vikings leave Seahawks in a familiar place, with season on the brink

New York Times  

SEATTLE — Sometimes, the simplest explanation is the best one. To figure out why the Seattle Seahawks are no longer in control of their playoff fate, why they dropped a second straight game at home late in the regular season and why most postgame interview sessions were shorter than a commercial break, look no further than Geno Smith’s description of …

Seahawks hope to increase playoff odds when they face Vikings
3 months, 1 week ago

Seahawks hope to increase playoff odds when they face Vikings

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — The Seattle Seahawks have no choice but to move forward. “They have really good players, a really good scheme, and they’re well-coached,” Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald said. “It’s going to be a grind because these are really good football teams we’re going to play, whether it’s two on the road or hosting Green Bay here,” coach Kevin …

Can DK Metcalf, JSN outshine Vikings’ star WR duo? Seahawks’ hopes might depend on it
3 months, 1 week ago

Can DK Metcalf, JSN outshine Vikings’ star WR duo? Seahawks’ hopes might depend on it

New York Times  

RENTON, Wash. — The Seattle Seahawks expect quarterback Geno Smith to start Sunday against the Minnesota Vikings after suffering a knee injury in the team’s loss to the Green Packers in Week 15. “It just speaks to the type of person he is, the type of warrior he is,” Seattle receiver DK Metcalf said of his quarterback, who tried but …

Seahawks get good news on injured QB Geno Smith as they regroup after loss
3 months, 1 week ago

Seahawks get good news on injured QB Geno Smith as they regroup after loss

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Geno Smith and the Seattle Seahawks got some encouraging news a day after a dispiriting loss to the Green Bay Packers. I know he’s still feeling it, but this guy is tough as nails and hopefully we’ll see him practice throughout the week, and optimistic that he’ll be ready for the game.” If Smith is able to play, …

Seahawks try to maintain series dominance against the Cardinals in vital NFC West showdown
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Seahawks try to maintain series dominance against the Cardinals in vital NFC West showdown

Associated Press  

GLENDALE, Ariz. — Jonathan Gannon barely had a chance to get settled into his seat on the plane after the Arizona Cardinals’ tough road loss to the Minnesota Vikings last Sunday when a player was in his ear. “Our notes are a couple of pages back, so you really don’t have to look too far, but it’s just like a …

Seahawks have taken a bumpy path to first place in the NFC West
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Seahawks have taken a bumpy path to first place in the NFC West

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — The Seattle Seahawks took a bumpy path to sole possession of first place in the NFC West. Zach Charbonnet gave Seattle its first lead of the day on an 8-yard touchdown run with 5:37 to go, and the Seahawks’ defense capped another strong outing with a game-sealing stop on fourth down. Dee Williams fumbled on a kickoff in …

Seahawks’ Geno Smith returns to face Jets for the 1st time at MetLife Stadium as an opposing starter
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Seahawks’ Geno Smith returns to face Jets for the 1st time at MetLife Stadium as an opposing starter

Live Mint  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Geno Smith was once considered a major part of the New York Jets' future, a potential franchise quarterback with a big smile and an even bigger arm. “It’s the biggest game of the year because it’s the next game,” insisted Smith, who beat the Jets in 2022 in Seattle. “But obviously because I was drafted there, …

Seahawks’ Geno Smith returns to face Jets for the 1st time at MetLife Stadium as an opposing starter
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Seahawks’ Geno Smith returns to face Jets for the 1st time at MetLife Stadium as an opposing starter

Associated Press  

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Geno Smith was once considered a major part of the New York Jets’ future, a potential franchise quarterback with a big smile and an even bigger arm. “It’s the biggest game of the year because it’s the next game,” insisted Smith, who beat the Jets in 2022 in Seattle. “But obviously because I was drafted there, …

Seahawks look to continue their MetLife Stadium mastery when they take on Aaron Rodgers and the Jets
4 months ago

Seahawks look to continue their MetLife Stadium mastery when they take on Aaron Rodgers and the Jets

Associated Press  

Seattle at New York Jets Sunday, 1 p.m. EST, Fox. Series notes The Seahawks have won the past five meetings with the Jets, who had previously won five in a row in the series.. New York’s most recent win over Seattle came at home at Giants Stadium on Dec. 19, 2004, when Curtis Martin ran for 134 yards and two …

After rough start under coach Mike Macdonald, the Seahawks’ defense has become a strength
4 months ago

After rough start under coach Mike Macdonald, the Seahawks’ defense has become a strength

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — The Seattle Seahawks rode their dominant defense to a big win over a division rival to vault into first place in the NFC West. These are the 2024 Seahawks, who, after struggling mightily against the run earlier this season, held the visiting Arizona Cardinals to 49 rushing yards in Sunday’s 16-6 victory. Sunday’s defensive performance was reminiscent of …

Seahawks’ D, led by ‘f—ing beast’ Leonard Williams, smothers Cardinals for NFC West lead
4 months ago

Seahawks’ D, led by ‘f—ing beast’ Leonard Williams, smothers Cardinals for NFC West lead

New York Times  

SEATTLE — Jarran Reed is not known for his eloquence, but the veteran defensive tackle deserves credit for doing what some of his teammates struggled to accomplish Sunday: properly describe Leonard Williams’ impact in the Seattle Seahawks’ 16-6 win over the Arizona Cardinals. “Playing with him for six years now, I just know when he smells blood in the water …

JSN is playing like a WR1, which ‘opens up everything’ for the Seahawks’ offense
4 months, 1 week ago

JSN is playing like a WR1, which ‘opens up everything’ for the Seahawks’ offense

New York Times  

RENTON, Wash. — There’s a casualness to the way Jaxon Smith-Njigba typically carries himself. “He’s definitely got an on/off switch,” Seattle receiver Jake Bobo said of Smith-Njigba. “Him being healthy, you see who he really is.” Smith-Njigba leads the Seahawks in receptions and receiving yards and is tied with Metcalf for the lead in receiving touchdowns with three. The best …

Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba becoming key offensive option
4 months, 1 week ago

Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba becoming key offensive option

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Over his past two games, Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba has started to emerge as a key offensive option. It was just a matter of time before he really got his opportunity to shine, and I’m glad he did it in the fashion that he did.” The Seahawks drafted Smith-Njigba 20th overall in 2023 after his standout …

Seahawks have new life after Geno Smith’s possibly season-saving TD run
4 months, 1 week ago

Seahawks have new life after Geno Smith’s possibly season-saving TD run

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith delivered in one of the season’s biggest moments and boosted Seattle to a much-needed victory over the rival San Francisco 49ers. Smith’s 13-yard touchdown run with 12 seconds left gave Seattle a 20-17 victory on Sunday, its first win over San Francisco since 2021. While it wasn’t Smith’s best statistical performance of the season, …

What the Seahawks’ sudden defensive shake-up means for the season’s second half
4 months, 2 weeks ago

What the Seahawks’ sudden defensive shake-up means for the season’s second half

New York Times  

RENTON, Wash. — Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald returned from the bye week and made two notable changes to his struggling defense. GO DEEPER Five Seahawks predictions at midseason: Playoff chances, Pro Bowl candidates and more On offense, Macdonald hinted that offensive tackle George Fant will head to injured reserve and Abraham Lucas — the starting right tackle who …

Seahawks' Defensive Struggles Continue as They Face Long Road Ahead
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Seahawks' Defensive Struggles Continue as They Face Long Road Ahead

Associated Press  

The Seattle Seahawks' 2024 season is in a state of flux, with the offense struggling to find its footing despite strong passing performances from quarterback Geno Smith. The defense, on the other hand, has faced significant challenges, with the offense's offensive line facing injuries and penalties, and the running game failing to gain traction. Despite these struggles, the Seahawks remain …

Seahawks' Offensive Comeback: Walker's Flu-Like Symptoms Propel Team to Victory
5 months, 1 week ago

Seahawks' Offensive Comeback: Walker's Flu-Like Symptoms Propel Team to Victory

Associated Press  

The Seattle Seahawks staged a comeback victory over the Atlanta Falcons in a thrilling 34-14 win. Kenneth Walker III emerged as a key player for the Seahawks, scoring two touchdowns and carrying the ball for 14 times. Despite facing a three-game losing streak, the Seahawks showed resilience and balance on offense, showcasing their offensive prowess. The win could be a …

Seahawks Dominate Falcons, Secure Crucial Win
5 months, 1 week ago

Seahawks Dominate Falcons, Secure Crucial Win

Associated Press  

The Seattle Seahawks defeated the Atlanta Falcons 34-14 in a thrilling game. The Seahawks dominated the defense, forcing three turnovers in the fourth quarter. Despite a late knee injury to DK Metcalf, the Seahawks secured the victory with a last-minute touchdown. The game marked a significant turnaround for the Seahawks, who had struggled with defense in recent performances.

Seahawks deliver ‘team win’ over Falcons, validate Mike Macdonald’s steady message
5 months, 1 week ago

Seahawks deliver ‘team win’ over Falcons, validate Mike Macdonald’s steady message

New York Times  

ATLANTA — Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald hates sounding like a broken record, but that’s the vibe he’s been giving off the last few weeks while answering questions about his team’s deficiencies during a series of losses. “Two touchdowns on his birthday — that was sick.” The Falcons came out throwing on their ensuing drive after Walker’s TD, and that set …

Seahawks end 3-game skid with strong win vs. Falcons: Key takeaways
5 months, 1 week ago

Seahawks end 3-game skid with strong win vs. Falcons: Key takeaways

New York Times  

By Michael-Shawn Dugar, Josh Kendall and Lauren Smith The Seattle Seahawks ended their three-game losing streak with their best scoring performance of the season Sunday in a 34-14 win over the Atlanta Falcons. Running back Kenneth Walker III got a nice present for his 24th birthday, scoring a pair of touchdowns for Seattle — a 20-yard rushing score in the …

Undermanned Seahawks secondary seeks answers ahead of another tough test
5 months, 1 week ago

Undermanned Seahawks secondary seeks answers ahead of another tough test

New York Times  

RENTON, Wash. — The Seattle Seahawks placed safety Rayshawn Jenkins on injured reserve with a hand injury Wednesday, meaning for at least four games, Seattle will be without one of the players involved in the defense’s last takeaway. “Just gotta continue to attack each and every day in practice, even if it’s a little bit of extra Jugs, punching the …

Seahawks look to run the ball more heading into Thursday night’s game against the Niners
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Seahawks look to run the ball more heading into Thursday night’s game against the Niners

Associated Press  

Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald had a blunt assessment of the team’s recent troubles: Seattle needs to run the ball more. And I think if we get Ken 10 more touches, 15 more touches, things are going to look different.” Before the Seahawks fell to the Giants, they played a Monday night game against the Detroit Lions, meaning that Thursday’s game …

Seattle’s defensive depth will be tested in stopping 49ers’ offense
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Seattle’s defensive depth will be tested in stopping 49ers’ offense

New York Times  

RENTON, Wash. — The Seahawks haven’t matched up well with the San Francisco 49ers over the last two years, which is why Seattle’s average margin of defeat during this 5-game losing streak against its divisional rival is 15.2 points. “We’re not leveraging the ball well on the second level as well as we need to be,” Macdonald said during a …

Despite flashes, Seahawks’ offense remains plagued by an all-too-familiar issue
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Despite flashes, Seahawks’ offense remains plagued by an all-too-familiar issue

New York Times  

RENTON, Wash. — When Mike Macdonald became the Seattle Seahawks head coach, he brought with him an offensive philosophy that wasn’t all that different from his predecessor’s. That’s all three phases where we have to create those.” Through five weeks, the Seahawks rank second in early down pass rate in neutral situations, according to RBSDM.com, which tracks dropbacks when the …

Seahawks’ defense won’t blame injuries for debacle, but urgent fixes are needed
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Seahawks’ defense won’t blame injuries for debacle, but urgent fixes are needed

New York Times  

RENTON, Wash. — Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald has been around long enough to know that the film of a game typically isn’t as good or as bad as it seemed in real time. “On the whole, just wasn’t close to the standard or good enough to win the game.” GO DEEPER Mike Macdonald’s defense fails first big test, spoiling …

Seahawks defense collapses in record-setting fashion in 42-29 loss
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Seahawks defense collapses in record-setting fashion in 42-29 loss

Associated Press  

DETROIT — The Seattle Seahawks came into Monday night with one of the best pass defenses in the NFL. “Give Detroit a lot of credit but it just wasn’t a good enough performance on the defensive side of the ball,” Seahawks coach Mike MacDonald said. “There were a lot of things that we’ve been executing at a high level defensively …

How Mike Macdonald’s Seahawks defense has been the NFL’s best through 3 weeks
6 months ago

How Mike Macdonald’s Seahawks defense has been the NFL’s best through 3 weeks

New York Times  

RENTON, Wash. — Mike Macdonald was hired as a head coach largely because of his defensive mind, and his fingerprints have been all over that side of the ball during the Seattle Seahawks’ 3-0 start. And it’s all 11 guys.” 4 minutes of dominant defense for your enjoyment🍿 pic.twitter.com/4esGX29VyU — Seattle Seahawks September 24, 2024 Outside linebacker Boye Mafe is …

Another standout performance by Geno Smith reiterates his value to the Seahawks
6 months, 1 week ago

Another standout performance by Geno Smith reiterates his value to the Seahawks

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — At one point this summer, Geno Smith’s representatives reached out to the Seattle Seahawks wondering if they wanted to start discussions on a contract extension. But if Smith continues to play the way he did on Sunday in Seattle’s 23-20 overtime win over New England, a decision on the QB’s future with the Seahawks may get more …

Four takeaways from Mike Macdonald’s Seahawks coaching debut
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Four takeaways from Mike Macdonald’s Seahawks coaching debut

New York Times  

RENTON, Wash. — The Seahawks chose not to play their starters much, nor reveal their scheme on either side of the ball, during the preseason, so their 26-20 season-opening victory on Sunday was the first opportunity to truly evaluate Mike Macdonald, first-year offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb and other parts of the operation. “He was happy to be here,” Metcalf said, …

Seahawks earn Mike Macdonald’s first win after finding their ‘swagger’ on defense
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Seahawks earn Mike Macdonald’s first win after finding their ‘swagger’ on defense

New York Times  

SEATTLE — For perhaps the first time all afternoon, the Seattle Seahawks weren’t on the same page with their head coach. “That’s the guy he is.” Outside of that postgame moment, the Seahawks were in lockstep with their new coach, who in seven months running the team has become notorious for his stoicism. “Mike’s whole mantra for our team is …

Why Geno Smith’s make-or-break season will determine Seahawks’ future
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Why Geno Smith’s make-or-break season will determine Seahawks’ future

New York Times  

RENTON, Wash. — The road Geno Smith traveled to become the starting quarterback of the Seattle Seahawks required humility. Smith was not only outside this year’s top 10, but he wasn’t among the six players in the honorable mention section nor the two in the “receiving votes” category. It happens every year, all the time.” Schneider said “no” when asked …

Seahawks enter a new era under coach Mike Macdonald looking to rejoin elite of the NFC
7 months ago

Seahawks enter a new era under coach Mike Macdonald looking to rejoin elite of the NFC

Associated Press  

SEATTLE SEAHAWKS EXPECTATIONS: Welcome to a new era in the Pacific Northwest. NEW FACES: Head coach Mike Macdonald, offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb, defensive coordinator Aden Durde, QB Sam Howell, LG Laken Tomlinson, C Connor Williams, RT George Fant, TE Pharaoh Brown, DT Byron Murphy II, DT Johnathan Hankins, LB Jerome Baker, LB Tyrel Dodson, S Rayshawn Jenkins, S K’Von Wallace. …

Geno Smith dazzles in brief appearance in preseason finale, Seahawks beat Browns 37-33
7 months ago

Geno Smith dazzles in brief appearance in preseason finale, Seahawks beat Browns 37-33

Associated Press  

SEATTLE — Geno Smith’s brief preseason cameo only added to the anticipation of what he might be able to do in Seattle’s offense when the games start counting. Smith dazzled in his only series of the preseason, throwing a 21-yard touchdown pass to DK Metcalf to help the Seahawks beat the Cleveland Browns 37-33 on Saturday night. Smith had watched …

Seahawks stock report: Sam Howell, Laviska Shenault rising; Dee Eskridge falling
7 months, 1 week ago

Seahawks stock report: Sam Howell, Laviska Shenault rising; Dee Eskridge falling

New York Times  

The Seattle Seahawks suffered their first loss of the Mike Macdonald era, falling 16-15 to the Tennessee Titans in the second preseason game for both teams Saturday night at Nissan Stadium. Howell had four explosive passes against the Titans: The 23-yard go ball to Winston, a 17-yard completion in the flat to rookie tight end AJ Barner on third-and-2, a …

Seahawks’ offense shows promise, despite some hiccups, in first real test vs. Titans
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Seahawks’ offense shows promise, despite some hiccups, in first real test vs. Titans

New York Times  

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Geno Smith and the Seattle Seahawks’ offense faced a familiar foe during joint practice with the Tennessee Titans on Wednesday at Ascension Saint Thomas Sports Park. Seattle’s offense ranked 23rd in third-down conversion rate last year, so that drill will be one of the most important to watch in practice and any preseason action involving Smith and …

Sam Howell directs 2 scoring drives as Seahawks beat Chargers 16-3 to spoil Jim Harbaugh’s debut
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Sam Howell directs 2 scoring drives as Seahawks beat Chargers 16-3 to spoil Jim Harbaugh’s debut

Associated Press  

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Sam Howell threw for 130 yards and a touchdown in his Seattle debut and the Seahawks had a successful preseason opener under Mike Macdonald, defeating the Chargers 16-3 on Saturday in coach Jim Harbaugh’s first game with Los Angeles. Stick used one word to some up his outing — “frustrating.” “I think it’s always a combination of …

How Mike Macdonald’s impact has been seen in Seahawks defense at training camp
7 months, 3 weeks ago

How Mike Macdonald’s impact has been seen in Seahawks defense at training camp

New York Times  

RENTON, Wash. — The Seattle Seahawks are creating their defensive identity and building the chemistry required to properly execute what has been described as a versatile and complex new scheme under head coach Mike Macdonald. The Seahawks have held 10 training camp practices that have been open to the media, and here’s what we’ve learned so far about Macdonald’s new …

Mike Macdonald era in Seattle gets started as Seahawks open training camp
8 months ago

Mike Macdonald era in Seattle gets started as Seahawks open training camp

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — Mike Macdonald started and ended his first training camp practice as a head coach with the fans. Before kicking off Seattle Seahawks training camp on Wednesday, Macdonald engaged the crowd sitting on the grass berm overlooking the team’s waterside practice fields, waving his arms to fire up the crowd. “Before practice if felt a little different coming …

Seattle QB Geno Smith says learning a new offense is easier at this point of his career
10 months ago

Seattle QB Geno Smith says learning a new offense is easier at this point of his career

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — With the number of stops he’s made and the number of offensive coordinators he’s worked with over the years, learning yet another new offense isn’t quite as daunting as it once was for Seattle quarterback Geno Smith. So it’s a matter of just learning the terminology and then obviously being able to recite it back to the …

Seahawks embracing change under new coach Mike Macdonald: ‘He’s the guy’
11 months, 2 weeks ago

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

New York Times  

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 …

Seahawks open offseason program and changes are obvious now with Mike Macdonald in charge
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Seahawks open offseason program and changes are obvious now with Mike Macdonald in charge

Associated Press  

RENTON, Wash. — Tyler Lockett looked to his right and made note of one of the most noticeable changes inside the Seattle Seahawks facility with Mike Macdonald now in charge as head coach. “That was really the weirdest thing because I really walked over there to grab a basketball and was like, ‘it’s not even there,’” Seattle quarterback Geno Smith …

Mike Macdonald’s vision for Seahawks’ defense starts with one thing: Versatility
1 year ago

Mike Macdonald’s vision for Seahawks’ defense starts with one thing: Versatility

New York Times  

ORLANDO, Fla. — Mike Macdonald’s defense is starting to take shape. “It comes down to position flexibility, so you’re not just putting guys pigeonholed into roles,” Macdonald said. “We love Jamal, and if it’s the right opportunity, I think we would jump at it,” Macdonald said. “You look at all of his work that he’s done over the course of …

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