Seahawks Forever w/ Dan Viens

Hondo Carpenter in an award-winning member of the PFWA who covers the Las Vegas Raiders for Raiders Today. He joins me to talk about Raiders DC Patrick Graham as a strong candidate for the Seahawks head coaching job, but there's so much more! Hondo also shares insider info on the candidacy of Dan Quinn and Mike Vrabel, including opinions gathered by talking directly to a number of NFL executives. Topics discussed include: **Was it a mistake to move on from Pete Carroll right now? **What kind of head coach would Graham make? **How does Graham employ his defensive scheme? **Graham's strengths in player development and teaching. **Is the buzz around Vrabel as a lurking candidate legit? **Why he thinks Dan Quinn may be headed elsewhere. SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for ad-free audio episodes, for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's been nearly two weeks since the Seattle Seahawks fired long-time head coach Pete Carroll and his successor still has yet to be named. NFL rules have drawn the process out, which only leads to more time speculating and trying to make sense of all the rumors and reports. During that time, my feelings have changed a bit on who I'd like to see take the helm in the Emerald City. Today on the show, I discuss my UPDATED Top 5 list, and offer a couple honorable mention choices as well. SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for ad-free audio episodes, for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If you've ever read Rob Staton's Seahawk Draft Blog, you know how much time and passion he puts into covering the team, and I always enjoy having Rob on the show to share his thoughtful insight. Today, Rob provides his thoughts on how the Seahawks head coaching search is progressing so far, what he thinks John Schneider is looking for in his first crack at getting to hire a coach, and who his favorite candidates are. SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for ad-free audio episodes, for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Griffin Sturgeon is, in my opinion, one of the best analysts in the game when it comes to analyzing scheme, performance and personnel - so I wanted to pick his brain about the possibility of Dan Quinn being the successor to Pete Carroll as Seahawks head coach. Co-Host of the outstanding Seattle Overload Podcast, Sturgeon has some compelling idea about what a Quinn Seahawks regime may look like: How would his scheme and defensive execution look compared to what Pete ran? How would the current personnel fit, and what changes might we see on the roster? Who would Quinn bring with him as offensive coordinator? Would he be more or less willing to continue forward with Geno Smith as QB than some of the other candidates? And much more!!! ***Griff's first two answers, sharing his thoughts on the decision to move on from Carroll in the first place, is FREE BONUS CONTENT available only on audio platforms (NOT on the YouTube version). To hear these episodes ad-free and gain access to all bonus content in the future, SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for just 99 cents a month*** https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As things stand today, the Seattle Seahawks are currently OVER the salary cap headed into the 2024 season, but don't panic. The team has plenty of avenues to clear payroll space to retain or add key players. Just what those moves are and which players they'll impact will depend largely on who is hired as the next head coach to succeed Pete Carroll, who was fired January 10th after 14 seasons at the helm. Field Gulls deputy editor and salary cap expert John Gilbert joins me on this episode to discuss a number of ways the Seahawks can manipulate their salary cap. How much can the team clear in payroll space? Which players would need to be cut or traded to create the most flexibility? Which players on the current roster are "no-brainers" to be released? Listen until the end for all the answers! SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg For ad-free audio episodes, SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Now that Pete Carroll has officially been removed as head coach of the Seattle Seahawks, GM John Schneider and his staff have their work cut out for them. The competition for the top coaching candidates is fierce. Which direction will they choose to turn? Go with a veteran like Dan Quinn, or an unproven fresh face like Bobby Slowik? A defensive guru or a modern offensive mind? To tide you over until the decision is made, I present to you MY 5 favorite candidates. Agree? Disagree? Got a few other names of your own to throw out? Let's get to it!! SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg For ad-free audio episodes, SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After much speculation about his future in Seattle, Pete Carroll was removed as head coach of the Seahawks today, ending his 14 year run at the helm in the Emerald City. What does this mean for the future of the team? Where do they turn next? How long has this decision been brewing? Seahawks beat writer Corbin Smith of Locked On Seahawks and All Seahawks joins me to give his insider view of how this decision came to be, and which route general manager John Schneider may take to fill the head coaching vacancy, now that he has full control of football operations for the first time. SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg For ad-free audio episodes, SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chris Cluff covered the Seattle Seahawks for 10 years as a writer for the Seattle Times, and has published two books about the team. Today he joins me to provide his insight into what promises to be an intriguing, pivotal and even, potentially, a controversial offseason ahead for the team. Is Pete Carroll's job really safe? If so, what staff changes lie ahead. How can they FINALLY fix that defense? Chris' thoughts on Geno Smith, Tyler Lockett and the Hawks offense. Early thoughts on draft priorities. Ideas on how to free up the salary cap space needed to keep and acquire key players. And more!! SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg For ad-free audio episodes, SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A special audio-only episode where I touch base on a couple key issues as we enter into the Seahawks offseason, including comments made by Pete Carroll today that may indicate impending changes to his coaching staff.... and a bizarre comment by a big national media name that has me shaking my head. SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for ad-free audio episodes for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Seattle Seahawks beat the Arizona Cardinals today 21-20 to secure a winning season at 9-8, and yet much of the fan base is losing their MINDS tonight. Why? Because the Green Bay Packers beat the Chicago Bears to earn the final wild card playoff spot in the NFC, eliminating the Seahawks in the process. Once again the Seahawks defense was atrocious, and it almost led to a loss to the 4-win Cardinals, but that's not all that fans want to talk about in it's aftermath. Some want to pin the blame on Geno Smith and are calling for an all-out assault on drafting a QB, while others are pining for the dismissal of long-time head coach Pete Carroll. Tune in for my live postgame reaction with my thoughts on the game itself, and share my thoughts on those topics and more. Will this be the final nail in the coffin that ends Carroll's tenure in Seattle? Would team owner Jody Allen dare to make such a bold move, especially in light of yet another winning season? SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg For ad-free audio episodes, SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Once again the Seahawks find themselves needing a win and a Green Bay loss on the final weekend of the season to sneak into the playoffs, and once again it's due to a bad defensive performance in their latest loss, 30-23 to the Steelers. Since then, Pete Carroll has said he knows how to fix the defensive issues they're having, and will have them ready to play this Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals. But... haven't we heard this before? Is this yet another broken record of broken promises? I'll compare some other Carroll quotes about this same issue from the last couple seasons, as well as dive into two other areas of the team where there seem to be huge disconnects and dysfunction right now. SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg For ad-free audio episodes, SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What better way to preview Sunday's crucial upcoming matchup between the Seahawks and Steelers than with someone who covers the opposing team, right? This week, Jeff Hartman of the Steel Curtain Network asked ME to come on HIS show, and we turned it into a collaborate effort. Listen in as Jeff and I trade questions about each others teams, and break down what promises to be an intriguing clash between two teams desperate to solidify their playoff standing, and who have a surprising number of similarities. SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg For ad-free audio episodes, SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For the second week in a row, the Seattle Seahawks starting quarterback led them on a long, last-minute touchdown drive to pull out an important win.... only this time it was Geno Smith instead of Drew Lock. Facing the Tennessee Titans in his first game back after missing two games due to injury, Smith shook off some first-half rust in leading the Seahawks to yet another come-from-behind win. And this one was big.... improving the Seahawks record to 8-7 and putting them back in the drivers seat for a wild card playoff spot. In this RAPID REACTION episode I'll share my immediate thoughts about what we saw in this game: the good, the bad, and the misunderstood. Go Hawks! SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg To enjoy AD-FREE audio episodes you can SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for just 99 cents a month!! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe Support me and the show and buy me a coffee (or a beer!) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w Follow me on Twitter @SeahawksForever For media inquiries: [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Former Washington high school QB legend, USC Trojan and Pitt Panther Max Browne joins me to talk quarterbacks!! **What has he seen from Drew Lock and his progression? **Could the Seahawks be in prime position to draft a QB in 2024? **Breaking down the top prospects in this class - are there 4 first-rounders? 5? SIX?! **Trying to identify the "next Brock Purdy".... a day 3 prospect who could turn out to be a stud. And much more!!!!!! SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for notifications of all new episodes. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUBSCRIBE for AD-FREE audio episodes on Spotify (including exclusive audio-only shows) for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... SUPPORT the show and buy me a coffee (or a beer!) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In what was an ugly game that didn't seem to be going the Seahawks way for most of the night, Seattle pulled out a stunning upset on Monday Night Football, snapping a 4-game losing streak with their 20-17 win over the Philadelphia Eagles. With Drew Lock once again starting for an injured Geno Smith, the Eagles seemed to control the game for most of the night, even with an under-the-weather Jalen Hurts playing at less than his typical stellar self. But with under 2 minutes to play, Lock took over and engineered a 92 yard drive, accounting for all of it in the air including two big plays to DK Metcalf, and the game-winning 29 yard TD pass to rookie WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Watch for my rapid reaction here..... **What does this mean for the Seahawks QB situation going forward? **What does this do for the Seahawks playoff positioning? **Did some people win... and lose their jobs tonight? SUPPORT the show by SUBSCRIBING to the YouTube Channel.... Or... buy me a coffee (or a beer!) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With speculation mounting that Pete Carroll may not be back at the helm in 2024, former Seahawk legend KJ Wright revealed some uneasy truths about what he feels is a lack of leadership in Seattle's locker room, specifically at a KEY position! ICYMI, I'll replay those comments and react to them. Can this all be fixed in time to beat a struggling Eagles team on MNF and salvage their season? Is Pete coaching for his job? SUPPORT the show by SUBSCRIBING to the YouTube Channel.... https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg Or... buy me a coffee (or a beer!) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w And if you want to listen to audio episodes AD-FREE! You can SUBSCRIBE on spotify for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This latest loss to the 49ers, a 28-16 drubbing that was worse than the score indicated and dropped the Seahawks to 6-7 on the season.... may be the most indicative example or why changes may be needed at the top in Seattle. Has the league passed Pete by? His answers on his weekly post-game coaches show may be clues that his frustration is mounting, and his answers are few. Tune in to see my reaction, and give me YOUR thoughts in the comments... is it time for big changes in Seattle? SUPPORT the show and buy me a coffee (or a beer!) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w Want AD-FREE audio episodes? SUBSCRIBE on spotify now for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Just how good are the 49ers and what am I expecting from the Seahawks this Sunday in Santa Clara? Using the latest DVOA rankings I’ll try and paint the picture of where these two teams fit in the NFC, and what I’m hoping to see from the Seahawks this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Worried about the Seahawks 2024 salary cap? I’m here for you! I took a deep dive behind the numbers, made some tough personnel decisions, and figured out a way to build a CONTENDER for 2024!! In today’s episode I’ll detail it all, including how to bring back the Hawks key free agents AND set up the QB position for long-term stability. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With 5 games left in the regular season the Seahawks are now on the outside of the playoff picture looking in, with two more games against the NFC’s best teams preceding a (presumably) more forgiving finishing stretch. As we come down the stretch, jobs may be on the line both on the field and in the coaching booth. In this episode I assess who I think has the most to prove (and potentially lose) over these next 5-6 weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How are you feeling about your 6-6 Seattle Seahawks after Thursday's 41-35 loss to the Dallas Cowboys? Still a playoff contender? Are they a team on the rise or just treading water? Do they have enough stars to compete with the elite teams in the NFL? How far away are they from being a Super Bowl contender? Today I put on my best objectivity face and try to point out 3 hard-to-accept realities that I believe are holding this team back. SUPPORT the show, and buy me a coffee (or a beer!) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg Want AD-FREE audio episodes? SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for just 99 CENTS A MONTH and get rid of those pesky ads: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever On Threads @seahawksforeverdan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Seattle Seahawks may have played their best game of the season Thursday night in Dallas, and it still wasn't enough to beat the red-hot Cowboys as they drop to 6-6 on the season after the 41-35 loss. There were some positives to build on from this one, but they were marred from a couple unfortunate coaching decisions late in the 4th quarter. Can this young team build off of tonight's performance? Or are the weaknesses too much for them to overcome with games against San Francisco and Philadelphia coming up. You can listen to AD-FREE episodes on Spotify if you SUBSCRIBE for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe Want to support the show? Buy me a coffee! (Or a beer!) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w And for VIDEO versions of most episodes, subscribe to the Seahawks Forever YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg Follow me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Threads @seahawksforeverdan If you'd like me as a guest on your show, or would like to propose sponsorship or advertising opportunities email me at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

One often-repeated definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting similar results. Is that what we're seeing with the Seahawks right now? I believe the results of last night's 31-13 loss to the 49ers indicate that changes are needed in Seattle..... big changes. Which ones am I talking about? Can they be done now, or will they have to wait until the offseason? Most notably, is it time for a new coaching staff and direction? I'll detail what I think those changes need to be, and how/when they may be addressed.... some sooner than later. SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever SUPPORT the show and buy me a coffee! (Or a beer!) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w SUBSCRIBE to the show on Spotify for Exclusive AD-FREE episodes!!! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe Watch the MOCK DRAFT SHOW where Michael Thompson of 12th Man Rising and I show you what a QB-led 2024 Seahawks draft might look like. https://youtu.be/nOWGz1gj0VQ?si=DdJ93i_UBIf05TUk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Yet again, the Seattle Seahawks led the LA Rams 13-7 at the half, just as they did in week 1. And yet again, they come away empty-handed. Sean McVay is now 15-5 vs. Pete Carroll after the Rams 17-16 Week 11 victory, dropping Seattle to 6-4 and out of a first place tie for the lead in the NFC West. As they get set to face off with the division-leading 49ers, followed by equally daunting matchups with the Cowboys, Eagles and 49ers again over the next month, where does the loss in LA leave this team in the playoff race AND in the big picture? Who's to blame for this loss that so easily could have been a win? I'll break it all down AND leave you smiling with a bit of comic relief, so stick around to the end for that :-) SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever SUPPORT the show and buy me a coffee! (Or a beer!) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w SUBSCRIBE to the show on Spotify for Exclusive AD-FREE episodes!!! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How far have the Seahawks come since their 30-13 Week 1 loss to the LA Rams? Can the additions of Devon Witherspoon, Jamal Adams and Leonard Williams make a difference as Seattle gets set for this one? How healthy is Matthew Stafford? Rams content creator Jake Ellenbogen joins me to give his insight into just how prepared the Rams are for the rematch, and why this game is even more crucial for Sean McVay's 3-6 squad than you might think! Want to listen to AD-FREE audio episodes? SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for just 99 cents a month and get exclusive podcast episodes with NO ads! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for FREE video episodes: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee (or a beer!) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Simmons, Seahawks analyst and co-host of Real Hawk Talk joins me for this one to offer up his thoughts on where this Seattle team is at the midway point. What's been his favorite thing to watch in the first half? How does he feel the Seahawks stack up against the NFC's west as they get set to play them all in a four game stretch (I ask him to guess how many games they win vs. the 49ers, Cowboys and Eagles!) Is Shane Waldron a good OC? And of course.... I ask him how he feels about the play of Geno Smith, and if HE were the GM, how he'd handle the QB position moving forward. SUBSCRIBE on Spotify to gain exclusive access to AD-FREE episodes: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe Buy me a coffee (or a beer!) meacoffee.com/dviens08w SUBSCRIBE to the Seahawks Forever YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Seahawks win a thrilling home contest as they get 5 Jason Myers field goals, including the buzzer-beater, to beat the Washington Commanders 29-26 at Lumen Field in Seattle on Sunday. The offense rolled up nearly 500 yards including 369 in the air from Geno Smith and yet.... there were fans who wanted him benched at halftime. In my LIVE reaction show I'll address Geno's performance, and that of the rest of the team, as they get closer to the toughest part of their upcoming schedule. But for now at least, the Seahawks improve to 6-3 to remain tied for first place in the NFC West with the San Francisco 49ers. Is that enough to allow fans to rest easy that the team is poised for a playoff run? In this episode I take questions and comments from live viewers and respond to them on air. You can SUBSCRIBE on spotify to gain access to exclusive AD-FREE episodes for just 99 cents a month at the link below... https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this exclusive AUDIO-ONLY episode, I'll take a look at the Washington Commanders as they get set to visit the Seahawks in a Week 10 NFL Matchup at Lumen Field in Seattle. Who is this team, how do they match up with the Seahawks, and should 12's be concerned about their explosive offense? In some way, these two teams are extremely evenly matched. Could it be a tougher matchup than fans want to believe coming off the Hawks horrific performance in Baltimore? SUBSCRIBE on Spotify to have access to AD-FREE episodes for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe Buy me a coffee (or a beer!) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w SUBSCRIBE to the Seahawks Forever YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Geno Smith vs. Drew Lock.... it's what some of you want to talk about this week, and has even been a big topic on local sports radio. Is it warranted? Today on the show I'll take a look behind the numbers. Who is Geno Smith, historically, and who is Drew Lock? How do they compare? Do their combined college and NFL stats indicate certain skills that may help make sense of the difference between the two? In short, would the Seahawks be better off giving Lock a chance to play? Also, I'll look back in Pete Carroll's history to another example of when his veteran starter struggled mightily (even worse than Geno is) to try and gauge how he might handle this. Want AD-FREE audio episodes? Subscribe on Spotify for just 99 cents a month!!!! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is the sky falling in the Pacific Northwest? Some fans seems to think so after the Seattle Seahawks brutal 37-3 loss at the hands of the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday. Where does this team stand after that loss. Are they the first-place, 5-3 team their record would suggest? Or.... does this young roster have a LOT farther to go before they can be considered a legitimate playoff contender? Today I pose 3 important questions I have coming out of this game, the answers to which will determine just how far this team might be able to go. And we NEED to get these answers quickly, with two "winnable" games coming up before a daunting stretch of games to follow against the NFC's best teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Do the Seattle Seahawks have what it takes to travel to Baltimore and beat Lamar Jackson and the red-hot Ravens? They just might, if they tweak a few things in their running game. At least that's what some of the analytics suggest. Today I'll take a look at some of those numbers, and try to dissect just how the Ravens defense has been stopping teams, and how the Seahawks may be able to crack that code. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Seattle Seahawks improved to 5-2 and took over the top spot in the NFC West with a thrilling 24-20 home win over the Browns. Sporting their throwback uniforms on a picture-perfect day in the pacific northwest, did Seattle send a message to the rest of the NFC? I'll give you my 5 takeaways as we break down just what went right in this one, as well as what this team still needs to improve on. SUBSCRIBE for ad-free episodes for just 99 cents a month: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe Or support the show and buy me a coffee (or a beer!) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Seahawks general manager John Schneider has just pulled off a HUGE trade, acquiring NY Giants defensive lineman Leonard Williams: **What did it cost? **What does it mean - how does it impact the Seahawks defense? **Could this be a long-term fit? **Seahawks in "go-for-it" mode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Seattle Seahawks are reuniting with an old friend, bringing back 2015 2nd round draft pick Frank Clark on a one year deal. The 30-year-old DE/OLB is expected to help fill the void left by the season-ending injury to Uchenna Nwosu. Clark played in just 2 games with the Denver Broncos this season before being released after things didn't work out, but prior to that he racked up 58.5 career sacks over 8 years with the Seahawks and Chiefs. And he's done his best work in the playoffs, ranking 3rd all-time in playoff sacks with 13.5 What does he have left in the tank? How will the Seahawks use him and how much will he play? Will we see him this Sunday against the Browns? Does this take the Hawks out of any more significant trade-deadline action? Is this a GOOD move? Tune in for my reaction, and give me YOUR thoughts on what you think of Frank Clark coming back to the Seattle Seahawks for one more go-round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Seattle Seahawks improved to 4-2 with their 20-10 home win over the Arizona Cardinals. What went right, and what needs to improve before the team heads into the toughest part of their schedule? I offer my 5 primary takeaways from their performance against the Cards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rookie WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba had his best game as a Seahawk Sunday against the Bengals, hauling in 4 catches for 48 yards in the 17-13 loss, but a number of plays NOT made could have made his performance look even better AND helped turn that loss into a win. Is there enough evidence from Sunday to imply that JSN is poised for a big breakout? In this film breakdown I'll show you how he got open (and how OFTEN he got open) and total up the numbers of what *might* have been if Geno Smith and he had hooked up a couple of the other times he was open. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The surprisingly competitive Arizona Cardinals visit Lumen Field on Sunday to take on our 3-2 Seahawks. Who are these Cardinals, what are they doing well, and how do they stack up against Seattle when we dive into the advanced metrics? Also, is the Seahawks offense not paying enough attention to what they do well? Are they not playing to their strength? Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast so you never miss an episode! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode I react to the Seahawks 17-13 loss in Cincinnati - including my 5 Takeaways from the game as Seattle drops to 3-2 on the season. Front and center, I address the widespread sentiment that Geno Smith is primarily to blame for this one, and I go to the All-22 coaches film to try and understand just what went wrong. But as is usually the case, there was a lot of GOOD that Geno contributed in this game, and he had quite a bit of help in coming up just short of a big win. What does it all mean for the Seahawks and Smith moving forward? Be sure to SUBSCRIBE to the podcast so you don't ever miss an episode, and if you'd like to skip the ads you can become a monthly member for just 99 cents a month! For video versions, subscribe to the Seahawks Forever YouTube channel. Go Hawks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is pass defense the ONE THING the Seahawks need to improve on in order to be taken seriously as an NFC contender? They face a tough task in week 6 as they travel to Cincinnati to take on the dangerous duo of Joe Burrow and Ja'Marr Chase. Is the Seahawks pass defense as bad as some fans believe, or do the numbers provide a glimmer of hope? Support the show by liking the videos and SUBSCRIBING! Or..... buy me a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

EVERYONE got involved on a dominating night for the Seahawks young defense, but no one’s light shined brighter on the big stage than rookie CB Devon Witherspoon. I’ll give you my immediate thoughts on just how Seattle pulled off this 24-3 win to move to 3-1 on the season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Seattle Seahawks beat the Carolina Panthers 37-27 at Lumen Field in Seattle Sunday. And while it wasn't always pretty, there were plenty of things to like about the performance of this young team. My 5 takeaways plus some honorable mention highlight the positives to come out of this week 3 matchup as the Seahawks improve to 2-1 on the season. **Devon Witherspoon is legit!! **How's that rebuilt defensive front looking? **The run game shows up in a big way! (2-headed monster incoming?!) And much more on Jason Myers, the offensive line, and just how well Geno Smith is playing through 3 games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Seattle Seahawks beat the Carolina Panthers 37-27 at Lumen Field in Seattle Sunday. And while it wasn't always pretty, there were plenty of things to like about the performance of this young team. My 5 takeaways plus some honorable mention highlight the positives to come out of this week 3 matchup as the Seahawks improve to 2-1 on the season. **Devon Witherspoon is legit!! **How's that rebuilt defensive front looking? **The run game shows up in a big way! (2-headed monster incoming?!) And much more on Jason Myers, the offensive line, and just how well Geno Smith is playing through 3 games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Rickard of WFNZ in Charlotte, NC joins me today to give us an inside look at the Carolina Panthers as they get set to take on the Seahawks at Lumen Field Sunday in Seattle. Jeff shares up-to-date intel and insight on this rebuilding Panthers squad. **Is first overall pick QB Bryce Young going to play? Or will it be the veteran Andy Dalton as Young deals with an ankle injury. **If Dalton, does he give Carolina a better chance to pull off a win? **What's the main issues plaguing the Panthers offense so far? **Defensively, how will Carolina account for the loss of their "spiritual leader" Shaq Thompson? **Will Brian Burns play? **How has former undrafted WSU LB Frankie Luvu developed into a budding star? All this and MUCH MORE...... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Seahawks SHOCKED the Lions Sunday at Ford Field, with a dramatic overtime win. SO many highlights and positives to come out of this one, and I'll react to them ALL! **How did Devon Witherspoon perform in his NFL debut? **How did the Seahawks offense respond with both their starting tackles out with injuries? **Could Dre'Mont Jones make an impact after a disappointing debut against the Rams? **Would Geno Smith bounce back from HIS poor week 1 performance? **Plus, a message for those fans who thought the Seahawks had "no chance" to win this one... and so much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll provided some answers to key injury questions facing Seattle as they head to Detroit to take on the red-hot Lions on Sunday. **The latest on LT Charles Cross, can he return soon? **Is 41 year old Jason Peters able to fill Cross' shoes this Sunday after just one week of practice? **What Devon Witherspoon's debut might mean to the Seahawks defense.... and how did Jamal Adams look in his first practices back? SUBSCRIBE to the podcast so you never miss notifications of new episodes. SUPPORT the show and buy me a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week I'm joined by Chris Perfett of the Pride of Detroit podcast to break down this young, dynamic and up-coming Lions team. They're JUICED coming off their season-opening win over the defending Super Bowl champion Chiefs, and now they get to host the Seattle Seahawks in their home opener in front of a raucous, sold out crowd. Meanwhile, the Seahawks limp into week 2 with major injury concerns and question marks all around after their dismal performance in the second half of their opening-week 30-13 loss to the Rams. Chris gets us up to speed on which players to watch, and what the keys might be for the Lions as they take on the Seahawks Sunday at 10:00am PST. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today I take on YOUR takes the morning after the Seahawks stunning 30-13 loss to the Rams in their season opener. **IS the sky falling, or was this just one bad game (or....bad half?) **Has the NFL passed Pete Carroll by? **Who's to blame for this performance? **Should we have seen this coming? **What now? Can it be fixed? All this and more! If you want to support the show, subscribe to get ad-free Spotify episodes for just 99 cents a month.... https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe OR.... buy me a coffee (or better yet a BEER!) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Rams shocked the Seahawks today in Seattle, rolling them to the tune of a 30-13 win. Here's my RAPID REACTION including thoughts on.... **Did we overestimate this roster? **Is it a talent issue, or coaching? **Are the Rams better than we thought, or was this the ultimate flat performance? **Who's to blame? Which players were no-shows, and why was it so much worse in the second half? **Was this just one bad performance, or a bigger issue? **What now? Can this team turn it around in time to compete in Detroit vs. the Lions next week? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

He's a man of many hats and now Sean Salisbury can add another one; Seahawks Forever guest! The long time NFL QB and ESPN analyst, now talk radio host at Sports Talk 790 in Houston, and President of the PSF Pro Sports Fan app, shares his thoughts on a number of compelling topics: **His brief but life-changing time as a rookie QB with the Seahawks **His relationship and prevailing memories of the late, great John Clayton **Everything Seahawks fans need to know about the PSF app and how YOU can be a part of it! **His expectations for Geno Smith and the 2023 Seahawks Be sure to subscribe so you never miss any episodes, and if you want AD-FREE episodes, consider a monthly Spotify subscription for just 99 cents a month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For this one I'm joined by Jake Ellenbogen, who does such an outstanding job covering all things LA Rams, as the Seahawks get set to host their division rival at Lumen Field on Sunday. A lot of these Rams names may not be familiar to you, and they'll be without star WR Cooper Kupp for this week 1 matchup, but some of the things Jake says about this young LA roster may give you pause before you go chalking this up as an easy win for your Seahawks. Who steps up in Kupp's absence? Which version of Cam Akers can we expect? How healthy is Matt Stafford? Is it "Aaron Donald and 10 other dudes" or is there more to this Rams defense? How many games does Jake see the Rams winning (and for a bonus he gives us his Seahawks prediction also.) You may be in for a surprise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.