Seahawks Forever w/ Dan Viens

The Seahawks released their first depth chart of the regular season in advance of their opener against the Rams this Sunday. What does it tell us, and what questions still remain unanswered? My 5 takeaways in this episode of Seahawks Forever. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show 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.

The Seattle Seahawks pulled off a major coup on Wednesday, claiming rookie ILB Drake Thomas on waivers after he was released by the Raiders (who wanted him back BADLY). Did they just find their future starting middle linebacker? One scouting source I talk to thinks so, and I'll share his report on Thomas in this episode. Also.... the Seahawks filled out their 16-player practice squad. What do I like about it, and what do I think is still missing? Plus, the latest on Seahawks injuries and how the roster may change yet again before they play the Rams in week 1. 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.

Surprises? Upsets? Shockers? Who's in and who's out for the Seahawks as they set their official 53-man roster..... for now. Much can change between now and tomorrow but I'll share my immediate thoughts to the group we see on the teams roster today. 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.

Brian Nemhauser of HawkBlogger and Real Hawk Talk fame joins me to provide his insight into the Seahawks roster as the team gets set to pare down from 90 players to 53 on Tuesday. So many nuggets from Brian! **Who's his pick to grab that final WR spot? **An upset at OLB/EDGE! A big(ish) name gets cut! **Concerns along the defensive line, is a big trade coming? **Clarity finally coming at the CB position **Could the Seahawks win with Drew Lock? **How much (if any) ground has Seattle made up on the 49ers? 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 finish the preseason 2-1 after losing to Green Bay at Lambeau Field today 19-15. I'll give you my immediate thoughts on the game, most notably which young players made statements in their efforts to earn a roster spot before the cut to 53 on Tuesday. 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 roster projection time! Days before the Seahawks final preseason game in Green Bay I give you my best guess as to how I think they'll set their roster, sprinkled in with a little of what I think they SHOULD do. But wait, there's more! Adam Emmert, co-host of the SeaHawkers Pod, will join me to give me his thoughts on what I've proposed as he sees my list for the first time. **Where does he agree, disagree with me? **What are the biggest problem areas on the roster, and do the Seahawks need to look outside the organization to bring in reinforcements? **How does the injury to Jaxon Smith-Njigba affect the WR room? **Which UDFA's make the cut, and how many? **A long-time veteran who may be in jeopardy of missing the final cut. And 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 standout rookie WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba has a broken wrist and is having surgery on it today. Details will be more clear once the procedure has been completed but in the meantime.... **What are the worst and best-case scenarios? Doctors weigh in, and the range is WIDE. **Who steps up on the current roster? **If the Seahawks pursue another WR from outside the roster, who might be able to help? SUBSCRIBE to the show 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.

I'll break down each position group and how they performed in the Seahawks 22-14 preseason win over the Cowboys, highlight the 3 individual players that shined the brightest, and unveil some big personal (yet Seahawks-related) news at the end! 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.

On the eve of the Seattle Seahawks second preseason game vs. Dallas, I share my thoughts on where the roster stands as we head into the final few weeks before the start of the regular campaign. **Which position groups are "set" **Which positions make me want to see more **Which position group still concerns me, greatly (I'm sure you can guess). Plus a teaser for a big announcement coming 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.

Sanjit T. from The Football Scout YouTube channel brings his expert analysis of the Seahawks offensive line to the show today **Charles Cross and Abe Lucas one of the top OT tandems in the league? **Lucas about to be a STAR? **Damien Lewis about to get PAID? **Who's the leader in the center battle right now? **Assessing the O-line's depth, or lack of it. **And a surprising UDFA Sanjit thinks can be a factor in the future. 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.

Brian North of WCTI-TV in Greenville NC might know Seahawks backup QB Holton Ahlers as well as anyone. He covered him as a sportscaster all through his high school and college careers. Brian joins me on the show to give us an inside look at who Ahlers is, how he's wired, and whether or not he has a chance to succeed as an NFL QB. Is Ahlers the best developmental QB the Seahawks have had under Pete Carroll and John Schneider? Listen in to find out! 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.

Who stood out in the Seahawks 24-17 win over the Vikings in their first preseason game? Almost too many to list, but I'll do my best! **Young defenders making an impact **Playmakers standing out on offense **The quarterbacks!!! 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.

Our good friend Matty Brown from Seattle Overload Podcast joins the show today to do what he does best, break down what the Seahawks are doing on defense from a schematic standpoint: **Are the pieces in place to improve the run defense that struggled so badly in 2022? **Matty has poured through tape from the Seahawks mock game and training camp, what clues has he found that there are changes to Seattle's defensive attack? **Jarran Reed is at the center of it all, hows' he looking? **Did any of the young D-linemen or EDGE players show out in the mock game? **Matty chimes in on the debate of whether first-round pick Devon Witherspoon is being "wasted" by playing him at slot CB. **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 depth chart is out! My initial thoughts include: **Surprises at ILB and WR **Is one of the Seahawks "big 3" TE's in jeopardy of being cut? **Shifting in the secondary **A starting center appears to have been chosen... I break it ALL down!! Listen in! 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.

NFL analyst, podcaster, and former NFL QB Ryan Leaf joins me today to share his thoughts on a number of Seahawk-related topics: **What impresses him the most about Geno Smith, and where he ranks on his list of the NFL's top signal-callers **What it's like to be surrounded by so much offensive talent (like he was back at Washington St!) **Where do the Seahawks fit in the NFL playoff picture? **And Ryan reflects back on those precious few months he spent in camp with the Seahawks before he retired from the NFL. **And much more!! SUBSCRIBE to the podcast so you don't ever miss episodes like this one! 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 played an organized "mock game" at Lumen Field Thursday, and I share some of my observations: **Who "flashed" and stood out in the game? **My overall "big picture" impressions **News of the day and how it impacts the roster (Eskridge, McIntosh, Taylor.....) And a BIG announcement about an upcoming guest!!!!! 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 beat reporter Corbin Smith joins me IN PERSON to share his thoughts on what he's seen up close from the practice fields at the VMAC during the first week of training camp. **Eye-opening performances during the first two padded practices **Who's been the leader up front for the Seahawks on defense so far? **Rookies making waves **The latest injury updates - some good news, and one mystery **Eskridge continues to shine **A new leader emerges at backup ILB 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.

I'm excited to welcome Hawks Nest host Brandon Cain to the show to get his thoughts on what he's seen and heard so from from Seattle Seahawks training camp: **The move of Jarran Reed to nose tackle and how that impacts the defensive line. **Is the Reed move an indictment of rookie Cam Young and his ability to contribute right away? **How does it affect the DE position, and do the Seahawks still need to ADD players to the defensive line? **How concerned is Brandon with the injuries to RB's Zach Charbonnet and Kenneth Walker? Is Kenny McIntosh ready to shoulder the load? **Who/What has stood out to him the most in camp so far? **We talk SCHEME! Changes to the defensive attack and how he sees those playing out. **What's he seeing from Bobby Wagner in his return to Seattle? And believe it or not MUCH MORE! We cover a lot of ground here, I hope you enjoy! Follow me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Subscribe to the YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg Subscribe to the show on Spotify, and for .99 a month you can access AD-FREE episodes! 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.

Pete Carroll had some SURPRISE news for us following the Seahawks first training camp practice of the season. **Who stood out? **Injury updates on a couple defensive stars **BIG NEWS concerning the nose tackle position! 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.

While big-name running backs around the league are seeking trades and threatening to hold out because they feel they're undervalued financially, the Seahawks have stacked their RB room with young, dynamic, cheap talent. Are they now the envy of the league? Have they set themselves up for long term success both physically and financially at that position with their recent draft approach? Are they better-situated than any other NFL team right now at the RB position? Hear my thoughts in this special audio-only episode of the show. 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.

RAPID REACTION to the big news. OLB Uchenna Nwosu is locked up through the 2026 season now after inking a HUGE 3-year deal with the Seahawks. I'll give you all the details, how much he signed for, how it impacts the unsigned draft picks and the rest of the roster..... and what it means for the FUTURE of the Seahawks. 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.

My old Field Gulls cohorts join me for a pre-camp preview **Who/what are they MOST EXCITED to see in camp? **Who/what CONCERNS them the most at this point? **Which THROWBACK JERSEY are they buying first? **Which player could the Seahawks LEAST afford to lose to preseason injury? **State of the Union, where does this roster stand now after all the Russell Wilson dust has settled. 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.

Clinton Bonner, one of the hosts of the outstanding SeaHawkers Podcast joins the show: How does an east coast kid fall in love with the Seahawks, and why did yesterday's throwback uniform reveal hit him in the feels? Players to watch on both sides of the ball as camp opens up. Is this team ready to handle the expectations? What's Geno Smith's ceiling in year 2? Is week 1 a "must win" game already? 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.

The day we've been waiting for has finally arrived! The Seahawks pulled the covers back (literally) on their classic-era throwback uniforms today. The uniforms are cool, but the way the team handled the entire announcement was even more RAD! My complete thoughts on the process and the result! 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.

Bill and Keith join me once again as we answer some questions and play a game of True or False on the verge of the opening of Seahawks training camp. Will Jamal Adams be in the starting lineup week 1? Which players are we most looking forward to watching in the preseason? Who's being overlooked/not talked about as much as they should? Offense, Defense, Sleepers, Trade candidates, 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.

National Radio Host and Program Director (and my former mentor) Jeff Rickard, formerly of ESPN and SiriusXM, now steering the ship at WFNZ in Charlotte, NC, joins the show. **Jeff gives his thoughts on the Carolina Panthers, Seattle's week 3 opponent. Are they the best team in the NFC South? Is Bryce Young the week 1 starter? **From a national perspective, how does Jeff see the Seahawks as potential contenders in the NFC, and where does Pete Carroll rank among NFL coaches? **As a long-time Denver native, Jeff has a unique perspective on what he expects from Russell Wilson this year. **Favorite memories from covering the Seahawks many years ago when he was Sports Director at KEPR-TV (CBS) in Pasco, WA. 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 Seahawks training camp now just days away, I unveil my pre-camp 53-man roster projection. Any surprises? Curveballs? Do any of the UDFA's make the team? Listen now to find out! 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 Seahawks player, coach, and long-time radio analyst Paul Moyer joins me for an in-depth conversation spanning his stellar playing career, his time as a DB coach for Chuck Knox and Tom Flores, and his thoughts on this young Seahawks roster: Is this secondary as TALENTED as the LOB? What makes Pete Carroll's positive approach work so well? Reflections on his first training camp, trying to make the roster after going undrafted for 12 rounds. What's made the Seahawks so good at cultivating UDFA's as a resource? The value of running backs - Moyer saw it up close in 1983 with Curt Warner, where does he stand on the current debate about positional value? THROWBACK UNIFORMS! What's got Paul so excited about it? Realistic expectations for the 2023 Seahawks. 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.

Mikaela and Kate join the show to discuss, among other things.... The rising weight of expectations for Geno Smith and the Seahawks offense How much longer with Pete Carroll coach? Are the Seahawks now and offense-first team?! Win predictions for 2023 But also..... they open up about their experiences in podcast and social media, and the prominence of women in the Seahawks fan base. 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.

Have you heard? The Seahawks are trying to trade for Aaron Donald and Chase Young?! They've been connected with other big-name free agents and are working towards signing them too! No.... they're not. Where do these rumors come from? How do they start and take on a life of their own? I'll explore this phenomenon. And then I'll give you my list of 3 Things The Seahawks Will NOT Do Before Training Camp, despite what you might hear or read. 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.

Michael Thompson of 12th Man Rising is back on the show to discuss a recent piece he wrote on the Seahawks offense - and he focused on the viability of a Geno Smith MVP campaign: Can the offense around Geno be elite? Is Shane Waldron the key to it all - and will this be HIS final season in Seattle? How does the schedule work in Geno's favor? What's the ceiling for this offense? 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.

We're all still concerned about the Seahawks lack of proven depth at the nose tackle position, right? I've scoured through every team's depth chart to identify possible solutions, including: Veteran free agents still avaiable Vets on other rosters with uphill battles to make their team Young guys who may not make the final cut to 53 Roster crunches on teams who have an abundance of NT talent One particular player with local ties who just might fit the bill 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.

Bob Condotta of the Seattle Times joins me to give his first-person account of what he's seen so far from this young Seattle Seahawks roster through OTA's and their recent Mandatory minicamp. Among the topics discussed, Bob has some intriguing thoughts on which young Seahawks player stood out to him the most, why the team might not be done adding talent at the nose tackle position, and how much longer he thinks Pete Carroll may stick around as coach. SO MUCH MORE, so be sure and stay for the entire discussion. 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 full-squad mandatory minicamp is now in the books. With just over a month left until the opening of training camp, I give you my Top 5 Seahawks minicamp storylines! Plus, a major announcement of a "big fish" upcoming guest. And..... should we be worried about the Arizona Cardinals? A viral video showing their GM working a draft-day trade may give us that answer. 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 were the best things I heard and saw from Day 1 of the Seahawks mandatory minicamp? **New leadership emerging in Quandre Diggs and Tyler Lockett stepping foward **Just how good can this secondary be? Tre Brown making his case for more playing time! **The emotional impact of Jamal Adams return **Geno nailing pinpoint throw after pinpoint throw **Lockett's surprise "most explosive" player on the field And 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.

Listen to Sanjit T (The Football Scout) on former Michigan defensive lineman Mike Morris. He thinks the Seattle Seahawks discovered a GEM in the 5th round, and compares his raw skills to another elite, All-Pro defensive end. Watch to find out who! Sanjit disagrees with those who feel like Morris lacks pass rush upside, and goes into detail why he believes that. In addition, Sanjit shares his scouting report on an under-the-radar UDFA nose tackle the Seahawks signed who he feels has a unique skillset that may just allow him to make the final 53-man roster, as well as a couple long-term offensive line upgrades they were able to grab in the draft as well. 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.

Seaside Joe joins the show today! 1,500+ straight days and counting for his daily Seahawks newsletter, how does he do it? The challenges of finding content every day for over 4 years How did he know the Seahawks were going to draft Devon Witherspoon with the 5th pick? A fascinating, former MVP player comp for Geno Smith and... He poses the question of, did the Seahawks overpay to get Dre'Mont Jones? This and more, with Seaside Joe! 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.

Seattle Seahawks Head Coach Pete Carroll spoke for the first time at OTA's and gave some key updates. I've got the highlights for you, as well as some thoughts about what it all means: **How close are first-rounders Devon Witherspoon and Jaxon Smith-Njigba to being able to go full speed after nursing hamstring issues? **Which player does Carroll think has had the most impressive offseason? **How is star free agent signing Dre'Mont Jones acclimating to his new team? **Which UDFA is making the biggest impression in camp so far? **How does Pete plan to approach the new kickoff/fair catch rule? And 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.

Today I'm answering questions you've submitted including: Who's more likely to earn more snaps, Dee Eskridge or Dareke Young? Did the Seahawks err by selecting another RB in the second round? Assessing the ROY chances for Witherspoon and JSN And more! PLUS!!! I'll tell you the BEST things I've seen at Seahawks OTA's so far! 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.

Rob Staton of the Seahawks Draft Blog and the Rebuild Podcast joins me to break down the Seahawks recent changes to their draft PROCESS: How has it changed, and why? Rob's thoughts on the draft class as a whole, does it put the Seahawks in a position to contend this year? How to identify "Seahawky-type" players in the draft? The Jalen Carter mea culpa he wrote, but never had to publish. What position groups is Rob already digging into for next year's draft? 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 NFL just passed a new rule that allows teams to carry a 3rd "emergency qb" on gameday How will the Seahawks approach and use this new rule? Who's the front-runner to be that guy for the Seahawks? They worked out yet another young QB this week, who is he and what are his chances of being signed? How about a surprise dark-horse candidate for the Hawks to bring in as their 3rd QB? 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, co-host of the outstanding Seattle Overload Podcast, joins me to give his analysis of the Seahawks rookie additions on the defensive and offensive lines. How do they fit, and how much can we expect them to contribute as rookies? We also tackle the question of just which scheme ARE the Seahawks running on defense now? 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.

When the Seattle Seahawks selected Jaxon Smith-Njigba with the 20th pick in the NFL Draft, no one was more excited than Cigar Thoughts Podcast host Jacson Bevens, and not just because the two almost share a first name. Jacson had selected Jaxson in his pre-draft mock draft and looked at him as the perfect fit for the Seattle Seahawks offense. Re-live (or enjoy for the first time) his live reaction to the pick the day of the NFL draft, and much more. Jacson shares his insight on the state of the Seahawks roster, where he thinks the teams stands relative to the rest of the NFC, and how he sees the recently released NFL schedule shaking out for your boys in blue. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show for notifications and downloads any time a new episode is posted! 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 schedule is officially out and there are some interesting storylines mixed in among the 17 games. I'll break down the 4 phases of their 2023 slate of games and give you my early range of predictions.... how many wins do I see in there? Only one way to find out.... listen in! 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.

My former co-host Dayna O'Gorman joins me to provide her first-person account of what the NFL Draft was like in Kansas City: Her initial, live reaction to the Seattle Seahawks picks Accounts of her interviews with Devon Witherspoon and Jaxon Smith-Njigba Who did she think the Seahawks were GOING to pick at #5? Based on what she witnessed, can the NFL Draft work IN Seattle? Overall thoughts on the Seahawks draft haul Favorite non-Seahawk draft moment 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.

You read that right. According to a detailed, behind-the-scenes piece just written by Seahawks reporter John Boyle, the Hawks believe they got not two, but three players they had graded as first-round talents. I'll break down how the process went, and what it says about the way John Schneider and Pete Carroll have locked in their successful recent draft strategy. Plus, and under-the-radar yet VERY intriguing late addition to the Hawks rookie mini-camp invite list. 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.

Cap Guru John Gilbert from Field Gulls joins me to discuss the Seattle Seahawks current salary cap status. We discuss.... Why is John Schneider talking so much about "cash and cap" this offseason, and is it cause for concern? Where does the team currently sit with cap space? Is there enough to sign their 10 draft picks? How can they add more veterans, what's the easiest path to creating more cap space? How does the cap stand as we look forward to 2024 and even 2025? 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.

Despite nearly universal praise for what the Seattle Seahawks did in the just-concluded NFL Draft, there is much consternation among fans that the team didn't do enough to address their interior defensive line, a notable weak spot in 2022. But.... are they actually better off there than you might think? I'll break down the players currently on the roster and answer that question, using a couple recent examples of how they've handled their roster construction. 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 that time of year! I unveil my "shadow draft," where I chose who I would pick at each spot when the Seahawks were on the clock. What did I get right? Who's draft is actually better? Also.... reacting to Poona Ford signing elsewhere. Where does Seattle turn now, and where will the money come from? Jordyn Brooks 5th year option declined.....what's the future at LB? 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.

Special Guests Bill Alvstad and Keith Myers, co-hosts of the Seahawks Playbook Podcast, join me to break down the 2023 Seattle Seahawks Draft: Favorite and least favorite picks Who will be this year's biggest surprise? Our best guesses as to who John Schneider referred to as the "upset,"..... players they wanted but didn't get Too high for a running back? Overall state of the roster, and what's left to address? Did Seattle gain ground on the 49ers? 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.