Good afternoon, 12s. Here's a look at what's going on out there and any news you might have missed, about your Seattle Seahawks this week.
The Seahawks will be back at home for Week 9 to play the Rams at Lumen Field.
Seahawks senior reporter, John Boyle breaks down What To Watch In The Seahawks' Week 9 Game vs. The Rams
Can the defense win on early downs and create more pass-rush opportunities?
"The Seahawks have struggled to stop the run this season, giving up 155 or more yards on the ground in five of eight games while opponents average 4.9 yards per carry, the fifth-highest opponent average in the league. And those rushing yards not only have the obvious effect of helping teams move the ball against Seattle, they also have kept the Seahawks from fully deploying a pass rush that, at times, has looked like a strength of the team. When teams don't regularly face third-and-long or third-and-medium situations, it becomes considerably harder for a defense to dial up pressure and to get the takeaways that so often are the result of affecting the quarterback with a rush."
Can Seattle's secondary keep Matthew Stafford and his top receivers, Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua, from doing too much damage?
"Ever since he arrived in a 2021 trade, veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford has helped elevate Sean McVay's offense in L.A., and the 36-year-old is still getting the job done at a high level in his 16th season.
"He's tough as crap, I know that," Macdonald said. "This guy, he's as tough as they come, the arm talent from all the angles and stuff. I mean everybody sees kind of the wow throws, but there's a lot of them. So we respect him on that and just the savviness and control of their system, what they're asking him to do on a down-in-down-out basis I think is pretty cool. So, he's a heck of a player."
Seahawks Announce Head Coach Mike Macdonald As Their 2024 Salute To Service Award Nominee
Although not a West Point graduate, or a Veteran himself, head coach Mike Macdonald is inspired to respect and honor our service members, Veterans, and their families, as his father served in the Army and graduated from the United States Military Academy, Army West Point.
Having been with the Seahawks since February, Macdonald has shown his respect and care for the military community. During the offseason Macdonald and the entire team took a trip to Joint Base Lewis-McChord for team building and engagement with 1-2 Styker Brigade Combat Team. Macdonald also has invited the U.S. Navy's flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, to practice and to speak to the team.
Mike Holmgren and Chuck Knox, members of the Seahawks Ring of Honor, have been named semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2025.
Knox and Holmgren are two of the nine semifinalists announced on Thursday, chosen by members of the Coach Blue-Ribbon Committee that trimmed the initial list of 14 candidates down to 12 earlier this month, then down to nine this week.
The semifinalists, in addition to Holmgren and Knox, are Bill Arnsparger, Tom Coughlin, Dan Reeves, Marty Schottenheimer, George Seifert, Mike Shanahan and Clark Shaughnessy.
Other Seahawks Related News
Week 7 High School Coach Of The Week
Our week 8 coach of the week winners are head coach Kevin McNulty of Naselle High School and head coach Michael McKeown of Freeman High School. Each coach will be invited to a Seahawks game later this season to be recognized for their accomplishments and will receive a $500 donation to their football program!
Coach Kevin McNulty is in his 40th year of coaching! Coach McNulty has coached for several programs across the state and has been the head coach of the Naselle program since 2021. Coach McNulty is also an incredible wrestling coach and was inducted into the Washington State Wrestling Coaches Hall of Fame in 2017. The Nasalle Comets are rolling at No. 4 in the WIAA 1B RPI rankings and are currently 8-0 after beating Ocosta 85-22!
Coach Michael McKeown is off to an incredible start as a first year head coach. Coach McKeown leads the Freeman football program and has been coaching for 7 years total. Coach McKeown started his coaching career as a graduate assistant for Whitworth University after his playing career. Coach McKeown has Freeman rolling and credits others for his opportunity to be the Head Coach and lead the way. "I became the head coach this season and none of it would be possible without the amazing support from my family, fellow coaches, players, and community," Coach McKeown said. Freeman is currently 7-1 and No. 3 in the 2B WIAA RPI rankings after shutting out Jenkins 50-0!
Hawks Huddle Business of the Week
The **Hawks Huddle** business of this week is Queencare
Founder/CEO Monica Matthews started Queencare with the goal of indulging in self-care practices and health. The business is heavily connected to the community as they work together with non-profits to engage with individuals cross-culturally. The goal is to lift individuals among them, provide paid internships to learn about entrepreneurship, help people start their own businesses, and ensure people get marketable skills to compete globally.
Partnering with the Seahawks, to Monica, is a great opportunity for exposure and to continue to promote the message of self-care which is something we all can benefit from. The partnership will help to "elevate our brand more, allowing us to reach more of our target market in a big way," said CEO Monica Matthews.
The Sound of the Seahawks: S3 Ep.7, What It Takes
A coach's journey to the NFL is a winding road full of ups and downs, pit stops, and second homes. For head coach Mike Macdonald, defensive coordinator Aden Durde, and assistant head coach Leslie Frazier, their stories of how they ended up in Seattle are no different. The Seahawks hit the road for a Week 7 matchup against the Falcons, where Derick Hall and Kenneth Walker III's performances were key in getting the Seahawks back on track. Boye Mafe gives us an inside look at a day in his life off the field, while sharing insights into the intricacies of a team dynamic. Coming off a loss to the Bills, it is important to remember that the NFL season is a marathon, and it is time for the Seahawks to turn their attention to their Week 9 matchup vs. the Rams.
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Tim Booth of The Seattle Times: Unexpected treat arrives for new Seahawk Ernest Jones IV facing former team.
Bob Condotta of The Seattle Times: How rookie class can be key to Seahawks turnaround | Analysis.
Gregg Bell of The News Tribune: Ernest Jones IV arrives, embraces Bobby Wagner’s legacy -- & wants to be a Seahawks mainstay.
Corbin K. Smith of Sports Illustrated: Seahawks Looking to Solve Matthew Stafford, Rams' Potent Offense.
John Boyle of Seahawks.com: Ernest Jones IV Ready To 'Make Another Jump' In Second Game With Seahawks.
Ari Horton of Seahawks.com: Geno Smith's Fiery And Competitive Spirit Is A 'Superpower'.
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The Seahawks practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center as they get set to host the L.A. Rams in Week 9.
Seahawks tackle Charles Cross (67) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks tackle Abraham Lucas (72) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks safety Ty Okada (39) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks running back Brittain Brown (34) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks cornerback Nehemiah Pritchett (28) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks cornerback Damarion Williams (37) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) and center Connor Williams (57) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks safety Ty Okada (39), linebacker Drake Thomas (42) and linebacker Patrick O'Connell (52) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) and center Connor Williams (57) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks tight end Brady Russell (38) and tight end AJ Barner (88) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks center Jalen Sundell (61) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks cornerback Josh Jobe (29) and cornerback Damarion Williams (37) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks linebacker Tyrice Knight (48) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks quarterback Jaren Hall (15) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks linebacker Michael Dowell (46) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks linebacker Tyreke Smith (59) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks defensive end Leonard Williams (99) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet (26) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks defensive tackle Roy Robertson-Harris (98) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks linebacker Derick Hall (58) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks safety Jerrick Reed II (32), safety Julian Love (20) and cornerback Faion Hicks (30) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks safety Jerrick Reed II (32) and safety Julian Love (20) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks safety Jerrick Reed II (32) and safety Julian Love (20) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks safety Coby Bryant (8) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks safety Coby Bryant (8) and Devin Fitzsimmons at practice on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks safety Coby Bryant (8) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks linebacker Tyrice Knight (48) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks tight end Pharaoh Brown (86) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks safety Julian Love (20) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks defensive tackle Byron Murphy II (91) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks defensive end Leonard Williams (99) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks defensive end Leonard Williams (99) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks cornerback Tre Brown (22) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (16) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks quarterback Sam Howell (6) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks quarterback Jaren Hall (15) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald and quarterback Geno Smith (7) at practice on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks linebacker Dre'Mont Jones (55) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks safety Coby Bryant (8) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolen (27) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolen (27) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks linebacker Josh Ross (18) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks linebacker Trevis Gipson (50) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks linebacker Drake Thomas (42) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks defensive end Kenneth Odumegwu (77) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV (13) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks linebacker Tyrice Knight (48) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks linebacker Tyrice Knight (48) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks running back Kenny McIntosh (25) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks running back Zach Charbonnet (26) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (9) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
The running backs practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks safety Julian Love (20) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks safety K'Von Wallace (24) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks wide receiver Dareke Young (83) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (9) practiced on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
