Seahawks Insiders

The Seahawks got their guy, hiring Ravens defensive coordinator Mike Macdonald as the ninth head coach in franchise history. Jen Mueller and John Boyle discuss the decision. Today’s show: trusting the process (01:57), Mike Macdonald is a learning networker (03:48), Mike Macdonald’s offensive philosophy (06:16), parallels between the Ravens and the Seahawks (08:02), Mike Macdonald is a disrupter (10:34), and Ravens.com’s Cassie Cherigo (12:41).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jen Mueller and John Boyle review where things stand, and what is soon to come, as GM John Schneider seeks out a new Seahawks head coach for the first time in 14 years. Today’s show: underachieving in 2023 (04:20), John Schneider’s relationship with Pete Carroll (07:32), priority for finding the next coach (11:20), what John is excited about (16:09), what about John’s coaching criteria has changed in the last 14 years (19:44), the type of head coach John is looking for (22:14), and where things stand with the search (26:12).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jen Mueller and John Boyle reflect on Pete Carroll's legacy in Seattle. Today’s show: Pete Carroll’s culture (03:09), when Pete’s culture took hold (06:00), figuring out who you are (08:52), message to players (11:56), grateful to all the coaches past and present (14:29), excited for John Schneider (17:19), message to Glena Carroll (21:32), and jacked up fired up (24:04).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Seahawks close out the regular season with a must-win game vs. the Cardinals, this time with starting quarterback Kyler Murray. Jen Mueller and John Boyle preview Week 18 at State Farm Stadium. Today’s show: Sunday standouts (01:35), facing Kyler Murray and Arizona’s run game (05:40), Arizona defense (09:10), Seahawks run game (13:02), Julian Love’s standout season (16:10), and two things we need to see (20:28).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Seahawks need to continue to string together wins with a tough Steelers team coming to town. Jen Mueller and John Boyle preview Week 17 at Lumen Field. Today’s show: Seahawks resiliency (01:27), a tough matchup vs. Steelers (04:16), Mason Rudolph (05:17), T.J. Watt (09:41), Seahawks run defense (13:18), Seahawks pass rush (17:30), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (20:50), Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s clutch ability (27:36), and two things we need to see (30:45).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a MNF thriller at home, the Seahawks will look to carry the momentum on the road vs. the Titans. Jen Mueller and John Boyle preview Week 16 at Nissan Stadium. Today’s show: Drew Lock’s success (01:34), JSN’s game-winning touchdown (03:38), bond between JSN and Witherspoon (06:02), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (07:48), Derrick Henry (16:07), preparing for two quarterbacks (20:03), managing success (21:47), and two things we need to see (24:01).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The reigning NFC champs visit Seattle for a prime time showdown with the Seahawks. Jen Mueller and John Boyle preview Monday Night Football vs. the Eagles at Lumen Field. Today’s show: Jalen Hurts is a unique player (03:28), Eagles run game (05:32), Eagles brotherly shove (09:22), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (13:10), Eagles defensive line (18:19), Seahawks run game (21:01), and two things we need to see (25:58).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Seahawks will look to bounce back when they face off against the San Francisco 49ers in a division showdown at Levi's Stadium. Jen Mueller and John Boyle break down the upcoming matchup. Today's show: Offensive improvement (03:02), Difficulty of Deebo Samuel (05:52), MVP/Heisman (11:08), Devon Witherspoon play making ability (17:41), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (20:28), Bobby Wagner Man of the Year (23:23), 2 things we need to see (25:49)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Seahawks will look for a better result in their second straight Thursday night game, this time facing the Cowboys on the road. Jen Mueller and John Boyle preview Week 13 at AT&T Stadium. Today’s show: state of the Seahawks (03:31), Dallas’ home record (04:54), Micah Parsons (09:13), Geno Smith’s play (11:51), Zach Charbonnet vs. SF (13:26), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (14:00), DaRon Bland’s impact (16:52), and two things we need to see (27:06).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A prime time, holiday matchup with the 49ers is on deck this Thursday at Lumen Field. Jen Mueller and John Boyle preview Week 12. Today’s show: Rams game recap (01:03), 3rd down issues (02:20), Geno’s toughness (06:32), Kenny McIntosh is ready to go (08:21), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (12:59), challenge the 49ers present (17:50), and two things we need to see (23:34).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Seahawks head to L.A. for an NFC West rematch with the Rams. Jen Mueller and John Boyle preview Week 11 at SoFi Stadium. Today’s show: Geno Smith’s late game magic (03:14), 4th quarter defense (05:34), Rams’ WR core (09:43), improving on 3rd down (13:40), Aaron Donald is still very good (16:39), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (18:57), DeeJay Dallas contributions (26:20), and two things we need to see (30:40).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Seahawks return home to Lumen Field this week looking to bounce back against the Washington Commanders in Week 10. Jen Mueller and John Boyle break down the upcoming Week 10 matchup. Today's show: Moving on after a bad loss (02:02), Defense getting back on track (05:02), Sam Howell playing good football (08:49), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (12:42), 3rd downs (20:45), 2 things we need to see (25:34).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two teams at the top of their division face off in a Week 9 matchup in Baltimore. Jen Mueller and John Boyle preview Week 9 at M&T Stadium. Today's show: Different feel around this team (01:54 ), Addition of Leonard Williams (04:40), Ravens Defense (09:22), Ravens new OC (11:05), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (16:12) and 2 things we need to see (23:32).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two tough defenses will square off on Sunday when the Browns come to town. Jen Mueller and John Boyle preview Week 8 at Lumen Field. Today’s show: Seahawks Throwbacks (02:20), the return of Frank Clark (04:08), Darrell Taylor playing well (10:02), P.J. Walker is a winner (12:09), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (13:05), Browns defense (18:03), and two things we need to see (24:04).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Seahawks are back at home for the first time in almost a month when they face the Cardinals on Sunday. Jen Mueller and John Boyle preview Week 7 at Lumen Field. Today’s show: taking responsibility (03:53), Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s best game (06:36), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (10:36), Cardinals Preview (13:30), Joshua Dobbs (16:00), Cardinals offense without James Conner (19:48), and two things we need to see (24:00).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can the Seahawks run their win streak to four? They'll face Joe Burrow and the Bengals on Sunday at Paycor Stadium. Jen Mueller and John Boyle preview Week 6 in Cincinnati. Today’s show: benefits of the bye week (01:59), defensive improvement (04:37), BT Jordan’s impact (07:22), Bengals offense (09:34), Devon Witherspoon impact (13:00), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (15:06), and two things we need to see (29:20).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a big east-coast trip as the Seahawks prepare to face the Giants in prime time during Week 4 in New York. Jen Mueller and John Boyle preview Week 4 at MetLife Stadium. Today’s show: Daniel Jones is a dual threat (04:48), Seahawks defense improving (07:33), Julian Love returning to New York (09:50), Geno’s success in play action (13:03), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (15:59), and two things we need to see (21:14).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Seahawks will look to build on last week's big win in Detroit on a day dedicated to celebrating the 10th anniversary of the team's Super Bowl victory. Jen Mueller and John Boyle preview Week 3 at Lumen Field. Today’s show: emotional victory in Detroit (01:46), Bryce Young (06:27), Hawks run defense (10:37), Panthers are really good up front (14:28), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (20:19), Super Bowl XLVIII anniversary (25:16), and two things we need to see (28:06).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Seahawks will get their first test on the road as they travel to face the Lions, a team that finished just outside of the NFC playoff picture in 2022. Jen Mueller and John Boyle preview Week 2 in Detroit. Today’s show: moving on from the Rams game (01:05), third-down play (03:38), pass rush on defense (05:28), the Lions offense and Jared Goff (08:51), offensive line injuries (10:33), the addition of Jason Peters (12:10), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (15:50), and two things we need to see (19:53).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While the Seahawks look to go 1-0 every week, they'll get a shot to do it in the standings when the Rams pay a visit to Lumen Field this Sunday. Today’s show: challenges heading into Week 1 (02:01), Bobby Wagner’s return to Seattle (04:13), Seahawks captains (06:30), how to improve on defense (09:58), Fantasy Insider Scott Engel (14:09), Geno Smith is looking good (18:18), and two things we need to see (24:44).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.