Head Coach Pete Carroll
(On the start of the 2018 season against Denver) "Well, here we go. We finally made it to the start. It's amazing how much time we spend just getting ready to get this thing kicked off. It's really an exciting time for us and around here, and I know for our fans and everybody. It's a great time of year (with) football starting. This happens to be a challenging matchup just because of the style of play and the way they run the ball, the way they play defense, the players that they have, the fact that Denver was able to get Case Keenum on their team – a guy that was on a team that won thirteen games last year. He's going to bring great stability and leadership and all that. We've worked through the preseason of it and checked it all out and know that there will be some surprises in the early part of this game, really, on both sides of the ball for both teams. We have to be ready to adjust and adapt. It's a pretty basic plan this week as we go into it, but one where we know we can make some adjustments if we have to, to tailor to what we need to do to get the game won. It's a great matchup. We're excited. This team has been pumped the whole time. The entire offseason, the energy and the juice of this group has been great. They're ready to roll."
(On how Von Miller compares to the great pass rushers in NFL history) "He's one of those guys. Right off the bat I thought of Chris Doleman, and what a great player he was over the years. Derrick Thomas, and those guys that were just the great speed rushers, Bruce Smith, those kinds of guys. He's got to finish his career doing it. Those guys did it over 10, 12 years or over 14 years. Always to compare a great player, you've got to wait, you got to wait and let him do his body of work. But, he's got a chance to be like those guys and he's had that kind of influence on the game when he's played. I didn't mean to throw him right in the all-time hall of fame here right off the bat, but he's worthy, he's on that kind of ascend. People always say, this guy's the next Jerry Rice, yeah let's wait until he plays 14 years and figure out what the numbers are. You got to just postpone those evaluations, but he's really, really talented. He's got a great knack, and they've played him well and he's got all the physicals that you need. More than that, he's got the right competitive mind to be a great one."
Defensive Coordinator Ken Norton Jr.
(On learning from facing Vance Joseph's Broncos while in Oakland last season) "Oh, yeah, no question. Vance Joseph, Bill Musgrave, been around them for a long time. We were teammates (and) played against each other in the Pac-10 in those days and teammates at Oakland as coordinators – and also at San Francisco, so we've been around each other a few times so we have a good understanding of one another. He's a really good coach and he really has his team ready so we're expecting a really good challenge."
Offensive Coordinator Brian Schottenheimer
(On how much he's looking forward to the start of the season) "We're excited. Obviously, another chance, but they count now. So, certainly going with your full assortment of tricks and things that you need, your full assortment of attack. (We're) going up against a really good defense, really good team. It will be fun to see our guys compete. Going into that environment, I've played there many times, and get after a really top-notch defense."
WR Brandon Marshall
(On his return to Denver) "Yeah, I haven't played in Denver since I've left. I've played against the Broncos down in Miami. That was pretty cool, going up against Champ Bailey pretty much beat me up that year. It's fun going back, that's where I started, and it's a first-class organization – it's a special place."
(On whether the altitude disrupts any timing with a quarterback) "Absolutely, it's not about the timing it's more so your wind. I mean, you guys are going to feel it, you guys that have been around, those who have been to Denver before, you get to your hotel and you walk up the steps, you're like, 'I'm out of breath!' We've been having conversations, but not making it a big deal. We're prepared, we're ready. It's just one of those things where when you go in with the mindset that it's there, you'll be able to conquer it."
(On whether he's played against the Broncos' Brandon Marshall before) "Never. Never, I met him for the first time at our charity event – we go back every year or so and raise money for the mental health there in Denver. This off-season, I think we raised like $150,000 and he was one of our guests and we did a jersey exchange and it was pretty cool."
QB Russell Wilson
(On how focused he is on Von Miller pre-snap) "Well, you always try to know where Von Miller is when you got a guy like that. He's pretty special. He's going to be a Hall of Fame guy. He's a guy that can make every play, can do everything, it's a tough matchup. You look forward to those moments where you get to play some of the best players in the game, that's what you put the uniform on (for), you get excited about those times. I was telling their (Denver Broncos) media, it's like having LeBron James or Steph (Stephen) Curry on the court, you got to know where he is. He's a great player for sure."
(On Bradley Chubb) "Well, I've been watching Chubb for years. A guy from NC State (North Carolina State), so watching the Wolfpack and watching him play, make plays and causing havoc, he's been doing that for years so that's why he was such a high draft pick and such a talented player. I've heard nothing but great things about him and who he is as a person, too, and everything else. I think that he definitely can make a lot of plays. Age can't be a factor. That's not a factor for him. When you turn on the film, he's playing a new position than he played in college, really. He's playing the SAM (linebacker) moreso, really that outside linebacker position. He really played defensive end mostly in college, but at the end of the day, it's football. They're trying to tackle the guy with the ball and he can do that. He's going to be a great player for years to come."
(On a difference in playing at altitudes) "I remember playing – I've been in Denver a few times for baseball and also when we played there in the preseason, my second game (rookie year). There is a little bit of difference in terms of altitude. When you're throwing the ball, the ball carries a little bit more, so you don't have to rip it as much. Other than that, I think that if you're running around, you've just got to get your oxygen and make sure you take your breaks, you know? It does make a difference, but at the same time, there's still white lines, it's still 100 yards, you just want to play football. You can't overthink it and we're ready and we're conditioned and we're ready to play some ball."
The Seahawks and Broncos face off for the season opener on Sunday, September 8th at Lumen Field. Kickoff is set for 1:05p.m. PT. Take a look back through history at the Seahawks' matchups against the Broncos.


Jim Kiick (33) of the Denver Broncos is brought down by Terry Beeson (58) and Dave Brown (22) of the Seattle Seahawks in the second quarter in Seattle, Wash., Oct. 3, 1977. Denver won 24-13. (AP Photo)

Seattle Seahawks receiver Steve Largent (80) between Denver Broncos linebackers Bob Swenson, Joe Rizzo and Randy Gradishar during first half action in Denver, Oct. 1, 1978. (AP Photo)

Seattle Seahawk running back Curt Warner leaps over a pile of players as he gains yardage against the Denver Broncos in the Kingdome at Seattle, 1983. Warner gained 99 yards on 23 carries as the Seahawks beat the Broncos 31-7. (AP Photo/Jeff Larson)

Denver's Sammy Winder (23) eludes Seattle defenders Michael Jackson (55) and Kenny Easley (45) as Winder picks up first down yardage during their game in Seattle, Dec. 15, 1984. Denver won 31-14. (AP Photo/Dave Ekren)

Denver Broncos defensive end Rulon Jones (75) tries to beat a block by Seattle Seahawks tackle Ron Essink (64) during an NFL game at Mile High Stadium in Denver, Colo., Oct. 20, 1985. The Broncos defeated the Seahawks 13-10 in overtime. (AP Photo/Eric Lars Bakke)

The Denver Broncos defense tries to block a field goal attempt by the Seattle Seahawks during an NFL game in Denver, Colo., Oct. 26, 1986. The Broncos defeated the Seahawks 20-13. (AP Photo/Eric Lars Bakke)

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Terry Taylor (20) defends a pass intended for Denver Broncos wide receiver Sam Graddy (83) during an NFL game, Dec. 13, 1987. The Seahawks defeated the Broncos 28-21 in the Kingdome. (AP Photo/Erik Lars Bakke)

Quarterback John Elway (7) of the Denver Broncos in unable to hold the ball as he is tackled by Rufus Porter of the Seattle Seahawks during the fourth quarter of their NFL game, Sunday, Dec. 12, 1988, Seattle, Wash. Porter also recovered the fumble on the play. Seattle beat Denver 42-14. (AP Photo/Barry Sweet)

Seattle's Louis Clark (84) brings in a pass for a seven yard gain in the fourth quarter of Sunday, Oct. 23, 1989 game against Denver in Seattle. Defending for the Broncos is Steve Atwater. Denver won in overtime 24-21. (AP Photo/Barry Sweet)

Derrick Fenner (44) of the Seattle Seahawks is pulled down after a short gain by Steve Atwater (27) of the Denver Broncos during the first quarter of their NFL game in Seattle, Dec. 23, 1990. (AP Photo/Gary Stewart)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Brian Blades (89) runs upfield during an NFL game against the Denver Broncos, Sept. 15, 1991. The Broncos defeated the Seahawks 16-10 at Mile High Stadium in Denver. (AP Photo/NFL Photos)

Kicker John Kasay (4) of the Seattle Seahawks celebrates with teammate and holder Rick Tuten (14) after Kasay's overtime game-winning field goal in Seattle, Dec. 1, 1992. The Seahaeks won against the Denver Broncos 16-13. (AP Photo/Bill Chan)

Seattle Seahawks running back Jon Vaughn (22) returns a kick during an NFL game against the Denver Broncos, Oct. 31, 1993. The Broncos defeated the Seahawks 28-17 at Mile High Stadium. (AP Photo/Eric Lars Bakke)

Denver Broncos Shannon Sharpe (84) comes down with a John Elway pass after being hit by Seattle Seahawks' Carlton Gray (26) in the first quarter of the game in Seattle on Oct. 1, 1995. The pass was complete for a seven-yard gain. (AP Photo/Barry Sweet)

Denver Broncos running back Terrell Davis, right, is pulled down from the side by Seattle Seahawks Darryl Williams in the second quarter of the Broncos' 34-7 victory in Denver's Mile High Stadium on Sunday, Dec. 1, 1996. (AP Photo/Bryan Kelsen)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Derrick Mayes (87) pulls in a pass in front of Denver Broncos linebacker Al Wilson (56) in the first quarter in Denver's Mile High Stadium, Sunday, Dec. 19, 1999. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Seattle Seahawks safety Jay Bellamy (20) during the first quarter at Mile High Stadium in Denver on Sunday, Dec. 10, 2000. (AP Photo/Kevin Higley)

Seattle Seahawks' Shaun Alexander (37) heads past Denver Broncos' Lee Woodall for a second-quarter touchdown run Sunday, Oct. 14, 2001, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)

Denver Broncos' Mike Anderson escapes Seattle Seahawks' Ken Lucas to score the first touchdown of the game during the third quarter in Seattle Sunday Nov. 17, 2002. (AP Photo/John Froschauer)

Seattle Seahawks running back Shaun Alexander, right, is chased down after a short gain by Denver Broncos defensive end Ebenezer Ekuban in the first quarter of an NFL football game in Denver on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2006. (AP Photo/David Zalubowski)

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Ben Obomanu (87) eyes the end zone after pulling in a 12-yard pass on a touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos Sunday, Sept. 19, 2010, in Denver. Denver's Champ Bailey (24) and Mario Haggan defend on the play. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)

Seattle Seahawks outside linebacker Malcolm Smith (53) reacts as he returns an interception for a touchdown against the Denver Broncos during the first half of the NFL Super Bowl XLVIII football game, Sunday, Feb. 2, 2014, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Seattle Seahawks owner Paul Allen lifts the Vince Lombardi Trophy in celebration as head coach Pete Carroll and general manager John Schneider look on following Super Bowl XLVIII against the Denver Broncos at MetLife Stadium on February 2, 2014 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. The Seahawks won 43-8. (AP Photo/Todd Rosenberg)

Seattle Seahawks' Ricardo Lockette (83) catches a touchdown pass in the end zone as Denver Broncos' Aqib Talib defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 21, 2014, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)