Darren Urban, of the Arizona Cardinals, joins the show to share the stories emerging out of the Cardinals OTAs and minicamp, as well as look into what the keys are to this team contending for the division. Be sure to like and subscribe! Get $75 off at JKBoots at https://www.jkboots.com/briannemhauser using promo code HAWKBLOGGER, and be entered to …

There has been a lot of talk about the offensive line throughout the NFL. The other side of trench warfare on the field is with the defensive interior. Let's take a look at that position for each team in the NFC West, rank them from best to worst, and answer the question: can you contend with a terrible DT room? Be sure to like and subscribe! Get $…

Jeff and I catch up on the happenings at Seahawks OTAs and minicamp, as well as what we are hearing around the NFL. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.com/hawk-blogger Get $75 off at JKBoots at https://www.jkboots.com/briannemhauser using promo code HAWKBLOGGER, an…

It's been a long time coming. Mike Salk of Seattle Sports Radio, and the biggest sports radio show in the PNW, joins the show to talk about his bicoastal journey and why he thinks Mike Macdonald can win a Super Bowl. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.com/hawk-blog…

I share my notes from the final day of Seahawks minicamp and play the full Boye Mafe interview. The rookies perform for the vets with varying results. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.com/hawk-blogger Get $75 off at JKBoots at https://www.jkboots.com/briannemhaus…

Mike Macdonald and Julian Love has some promising comments about the fit and work ethic of young nickel/safety Nick Emmanwori. Cooper Kupp had some unkind words about his QBs taste in food. I share some video and pics from minicamp, and react to the collegiate atmosphere Macdonald is creating. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive de…

The Seahawks held the first of two mandatory minicamp practices at the VMAC. I will share my notes from practice, including the latest on the nascent offense and the brash defense. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.com/hawk-blogger Get $75 off at JKBoots at https:…

The Seahawks will face a plethora of former teammates on their 2025 schedule. We go over which of these will be happy reunions, and which might have some hard feelings in one direction or the other. Also covered is the latest news on Michael Dickson's contract extension and other relevant NFL news of note. 00:00 Intro 02:08 Michael Dickson Contract…

The Pro Bowl cornerback from Green Bay was released this morning. He will have many suitors. Seattle is known to be in the market for a corner. Is John Schneider going to pursue the former Packer? Be sure to like and subscribe! FATHER’S DAY DEAL! Get up to 50% off a smart wallet he will love: https://partner.ekster.com/hawkblogger Code: HAWK Sign u…

Jeff and I talk about the Seahawks first week of media-open OTAs, the interview we listened to, and the stories that have caught our attention around the NFL. We also answer some Patron questions. Be sure to like and subscribe! FATHER’S DAY DEAL! Get up to 50% off a smart wallet he will love: https://partner.ekster.com/hawkblogger Code: HAWK Sign u…

This episode of HB Mornings includes the full interview with Jake Bobo after OTA practice #3 with media in attendance, as well as a conversation with Brady Henderson of ESPN.com around a wide range of topics, including who will be back in 2026 from the talented 2022 draft class that includes names like Charles Cross, Ken Walker, Boye Mafe, Riq Wool…

The Seahawks finished their third OTA practice open to the media this week. I share my notes and thoughts after this practice. Be sure to like and subscribe! FATHER’S DAY DEAL! Get up to 50% off a smart wallet he will love: https://partner.ekster.com/hawkblogger Code: HAWK Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hel…

I give you my impressions from Day 2 of media-allowed OTA practice, and share the full interview with Charles Cross and a bunch of the other offensive linemen. We also will listen to some sound from Abe Lucas. Be sure to like and subscribe! FATHER’S DAY DEAL! Get up to 50% off a smart wallet he will love: https://partner.ekster.com/hawkblogger Code…

We welcome Seattle Sports Radio host, Brock Huard, back onto the show to catch up on his foray into coaching high school football and his impressions of the Seahawks as currently constructed. Be sure to like and subscribe! FATHER’S DAY DEAL! Get up to 50% off a smart wallet he will love: https://partner.ekster.com/hawkblogger Code: HAWK Sign up for…

I share the full interview with Seahawks DT Byron Murphy, as well as cover more from the first OTA practice I attended. We will also listen to some sound from Aden Durde and Devon Witherspoon. 00:00 Intro 03:00 Byron Murphy II Interview 15:05 OTA Observations 36:27 Aden Durde Sound 46:13 Devon Witherspoon Sound Be sure to like and subscribe! FATHER…

Media members were allowed to watch practice for the first time during OTAs. I give you my initial impressions of what I saw, and what stood out. FATHER’S DAY DEAL! Get up to 50% off a smart wallet he will love: https://partner.ekster.com/hawkblogger Code: HAWK Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci…

It doesn't take a genius to know Sam Darnold is going to have an outsized impact on how the Seahawks play this season. There are some guys who are less often discussed who will help this team either rise or fall based on their level of play. We talk about those guys here. Be sure to like and subscribe! FATHER’S DAY DEAL! Get up to 50% off a smart w…

The new Seahawks quarterback joined Rich Eisen for a conversation this week that was a good window into how he is approaching his new opportunity in Seattle, and we even got a little peak at the personality that has been hidden to this point. Be sure to like and subscribe! FATHER’S DAY DEAL! Get up to 50% off a smart wallet he will love: https://pa…

The Seahawks drafted two starting tackles in 2022 in Charles Cross (1st round) and Abe Lucas (3rd round). Both are up for contract extensions, even though Cross had his 5th year option picked up. How good are these two? Jeff Simmons joins the show to talk about where they rank in the NFC West, the NFC, and the NFL. We also cover news like the Bryce…

Two star players may be on the move. Both play positions where the Seahawks would benefit from an upgrade. We will look into Jalen Ramsey and Trey Hendrickson to see which might be a better fit for the Seahawks, should John Schneider make the move. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https…

The Seahawks had a losing record at home last season and were invaded multiple times by opposing fan bases. This is a complex issue, which I wrote about in detail (https://www.hawkblogger.com/2024/11/the-disappearing-nfl-home-field-advantage.html). I will share my perspective on what is happening and what we can do to preserve one of Seattle's bigg…

The offense and defense finally get to square off against one another as OTAs being for the Seahawks. We will react to an article written by John Boyle and I will share some research on Sam Darnold that might surprise you. DONATE TO NW Parkinson's Foundation! https://nwpf.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donate.team&teamID=5074 Be sure to like a…

Sheil Kapadia, Steven Ruiz, and Diante Lee had some strong words about how much they disliked the Seahawks off-season and were as bearish as anyone on the team's prospects for 2025. We listen to some of their thoughts and react. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.c…

The Seahawks had a number of chances to ascend into the next tier of teams in the NFL last season. They failed. Repeatedly. We look back at those games and find a surprising culprit, and look forward to which games might be big this year. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.p…

Jeff Simmons and I go through each of the offensive position groups (QB, RB, TE, WR, OL) and compare the players there this year to last year. We determine for each group whether it is better or worse. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.com/hawk-blogger Get $75 off…

Football is a complicated sport. Winning doesn't have to be. Mike Macdonald has been clear about what type of team he wants to be, and history shows two numbers that reflect that identity and how they contribute to winning. I share those, and some Seahawks news in this episode of HB Mornings. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive dea…

Nathan Ernst and Jeff Simmons join Real Hawk Talk to discuss the biggest lies fans and media are telling in the NFL right now. Teams that are overhyped or undersold. Players who are being slept on or getting too much credit. We will share our takes and debate. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans…

The Seahawks have two young edge rushers, Boye Mafe and Derick Hall, who have shown promise without being dominant. Seattle did not draft any young edge players. They added DeMarcus Lawrence and hope Uchenna Nwosu can be back to full health. This group will be a key part of whether this team escapes the mediocre middle of the NFL. 00:00 Intro 01:00…

Seattle struggled to convert 3rd downs last season. In this episode of HB Mornings, we look at what the problems were and how they may change this season with a new scheme and new personnel. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.com/hawk-blogger Get $75 off at JKBoots…

So many national analysts are bearish on the Seahawks in 2025. Let's stare doomsday in the face and talk about what would have to happen for things to go downhill. We will look at recent 10+ win teams that got worse the next season to help guide us. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: http…

Coach Dan Larson of North Dakota State University joins HB Mornings to talk about two of his star pupils, Grey Zabel and Jalen Sundell. He offers thoughts on how NDSU has managed to produce so many starting NFL linemen in recent history and why he thinks Zabel has unlimited potential. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pa…

One of the biggest issues with the 2024 Seahawks was their flailing in the red zone. Turnovers, lack of rushing attack, poor play calling and more, made them one of the least effective red zone teams in the NFL. They have reason to believe 2025 will be far better. I go over this critical aspect of their outlook in this episode of HB Mornings. Be su…

Derrik Klassen, of The Athletic Football Show, joins HB Mornings to discuss why he has had a hard time getting behind the Seahawks changes this off-season. I am fascinated by the contrast between national and local perspective here, and am excited to talk to someone as smart as Derrik on the topic. You will not want to miss this episode! Be sure to…

I will walk through each game of the Seahawks 2025 schedule, and provide initial insights, including key players, rest differential, big roster changes, and storylines. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.com/hawk-blogger Get $75 off at JKBoots at https://www.jkboot…

Evan Hill, Jeff Simmons, and I will react in real time to the Seahawks 2025 schedule as it is announced. Come hang out with us! Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.com/hawk-blogger Get $75 off at JKBoots at https://www.jkboots.com/briannemhauser using promo code HAW…

The NFL schedule gets released at 5PM PT today! But why wait for all of the news until then when you can get some of it right now? I'll share the schedule info we know, including the first time DK Metcalf will face his old team. We also have news on the Seahawks CB search, rookies reporting and signing their deals, and more! 00:00 Intro 03:00 Seaha…

I poured over 10 years of NFL schedule data, along with the current known or predicted games on the 2025 docket for every team, and used all of that to create a predicted schedule for the 2025 Seahawks. Okay, actually, I used AI to help me, but we were equal partners! I also introduce a new segment called, "Seahawks ASMR." 00:00 Intro 03:35 NFL Sch…

Seahawks legend, Jermaine Kearse, joins the show to relive one of the most underrated careers in franchise history. We talked about his iconic catches, overcoming adversity, and how he has transitioned to a highly successful entrepreneur after football. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: …

Every NFC West team is in transition of some sort. We can start to see the outlines of potential starting lineups after the draft, and can see where teams are aging and where they are youthful. I will share the ranking of youngest-to-oldest of every position group, as well as overall offense and defense and full team. Be sure to like and subscribe!…

Back by popular demand! Rob Staton, Griffin Sturgeon, Jeff Simmons, and I will do a live draft of players from NFC West rosters to determine which team has the most talent, where there is strength in the division, and where there is weakness. This was fun, entertaining, and informative last year. You won't want to miss this! Be sure to like and sub…

The official NFL schedules are not released until May 14th, but we already know every opponent for every team. I took the most important offensive and defensive metrics, along with the performance of every team in 2024, fed it to AI and had it project the level of difficult for every offense and every defense in 2025. Which offenses will have the t…

Riq Woolen is easily one of the most talented players on the Seahawks. Yet, Seahawks fans are more likely to be angry at him than embrace him. Let's talk about why, and separate out some fact from fiction. We will also answer some Patron questions. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https…

]The great Dave Boling joins the show to discuss what we saw during rookie minicamp, with a focus on the offensive line and Grey Zabel. We also cover Elijah Arroyo, Jalen Milroe, and others. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.com/hawk-blogger Get $75 off at JKBoots…

I start the show talking about the continuing national narrative that the Seahawks are one of the worst teams in their division and in the NFL. What are they getting wrong (and right)? Then, Coach Bobby Peters rejoins the show to share his deep knowledge of the Shanahan/Kubiak offensive system, and how the moves the Seahawks have made this off-seas…

Coach Cody Alexander rejoins the show to talk about the Seahawks off-season and how the changes there could impact the defensive side of the ball. Coach Cody has written numerous books on defensive schemes and is followed by other coaches across the country. We will focus on the role of a big nickel in Macdonald's defense and how Nick Emmanwori cou…

Rob Staton of Seahawks Draft Blog, joins the show to talk through his perspectives on this draft class and the state of the Seahawks roster. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.com/hawk-blogger Get $75 off at JKBoots at https://www.jkboots.com/briannemhauser using p…

The Seahawks conclude their two-day rookie minicamp today and will have Mike Macdonald, along with selected rookies, speak after practice. I will bring you my notes and observations as soon as I get home. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.com/hawk-blogger Get $75 …

HB Mornings moves to the afternoon today to give you immediate reactions to the first snaps from the 2025 rookie class after the first day of rookie minicamp. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.com/hawk-blogger Get $75 off at JKBoots at https://www.jkboots.com/bria…

I had the chance to talk to new Seahawks fullback Robbie Ouzts the day before he flew out to Seattle for rookie minicamp. We covered topics ranging from golf to mustaches to marriage. There were some quotable moments. Enjoy! Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.com/h…

Nathan Ernst and Evan Hill join me to reflect on the 2025 NFL Draft and figure out whether the team did enough to break out of their mediocrity. Be sure to like and subscribe! Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello.pagliacci.com/hawk-blogger Get $75 off at JKBoots at https://www.jkboots.com/briannemhauser usi…