Cigar Thoughts: A Football Show

ESPN’s beat reporter sits down with Jacson and Mike to dig into his behind-the-scenes article on the Seahawks draft process (4:49), whether Seattle is closer to contending than they were last year (28:38), and where they rank among all 32 NFL teams (31:18). Purchase Cigar Thoughts Red Zone stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct https://CigarThoughtsNFL.com

The former NFL consultant and current VP of Football Analytics for Sumer Sports joins Jacson and Mike to give a peek behind the curtain at how front offices do business. The fellas break down the Seahawks draft (8:35), whether the league's emphasis on rookie QBs has gone too far (24:10), and the philosophical battle between Best Player Available and Positional Value (57:36). Purchase Cigar Thought...

The Athletic’s brilliant NFL analyst joins Jacson and Mike to give his overall thoughts on the 2024 NFL Draft. The fellas break down the quarterback market (6:06), analyze the Seahawks’ draft class (41:18), continue the Adonai Mitchell versus Xavier Worthy debate (59:09), and identify this years winners and losers (1:08:08). Purchase Cigar Thoughts Red Zone stogies right here: https://anthonysciga...

Jacson and Mike are joined by NFL Network’s Gregg Rosenthal, Seahawks Draft Blog’s Rob Staton, and 710 ESPN’s Michael Bumpus to rehash the first round, break down Day 2 picks, and analyze Seattle’s selection of UConn guard Christian Haynes. Purchase exclusive Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct https://CigarThoughtsNFL.com

Round 1 of the NFL Draft is a wrap! On a night full of surprises, one of the most unique first days in NFL Draft history is in the books. Jacson and Mike were there every step of the way, reacting in real time and breaking everything down with Seattle sports media stars Danny O’Neil and Stacy Rost. 14 straight offensive players! Penix to Atlanta! Six QBs in the first 12 picks! And of course, the S...

The final installment of the Cigar Thoughts x KJR Whitewater Drafting series features a scintillating mock draft from Chuck (2:06), as well as his and Jacson’s takes on this year’s WR class (29:18). Find out who comes out on top between Marvin Harrison Jr, Malik Nabers, and Rome Odunze and listen to Jacson and Mike debate Xavier Worthy versus Adonai Mitchell. Plus, the #1 thing to keep in mind hea...

Jacson and Chuck break down the latest NFL Draft news (2:53), examine the 2024 class of defensive backs (19:04), and react to the latest mock draft from Mel Kiper and Field Yates (33:03) including what the Seahawks might and should do at 16 (52:32). Purchase exclusive Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct https://CigarThoughtsNFL.com https://9...

Jacson and Chuck are back to break down the Spencer Rattler hype (1:54), whether he or Sam Howell are a better fit for the Seahawks (8:54), and which off-ball linebackers Seattle might have their eye on (33:45). Plus, the latest predictions on what the ‘Hawks will do at #16 overall (53:18). Purchase exclusive Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts...

Jacson and Chuck discuss the philosophy behind the Stefon Diggs trade (7:56) and Michael Penix Jr’s recent rise (23:37). They also dive into this year’s D-line class (35:28) and break down the Seahawks’ multitude of options at #16 overall (51:53). Purchase exclusive Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct https://CigarThoughtsNFL.com https://933...

Chuck Powell and Jacson discuss the NFL’s newest rule changes (1:53), how real the JJ McCarthy momentum is (13:30), and whether this O-line class is truly historic (25:54), before reacting pick-by-pick to Daniel Jeremiah’s latest mock draft (34:46). Purchase exclusive Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct https://CigarThoughtsNFL.com https://9...

Jacson and KJR’s Chuck Powell kick off their NFL Draft miniseries discussing the craziness of the QB market (4:44) and rank the signal callers in the 2024 class (25:05). They also go deep on the shifting RB landscape (44:23), which prospects will be difference makers (54:03), and who they think the Seahawks might draft (1:09:06). Purchase exclusive Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthon...

Jacson and Mike examine the splashy moves from around the league, including the QB carousel (3:51). They also break down Seattle’s moves in free agency so far (26:19) and dig into exactly how concerned Seahawks fans should be with their relative inactivity thus far (38:06). Purchase exclusive Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct https://Cigar...

The Ringer’s NFL Draft expert sits down with Jacson and Mike to discuss his experience at the NFL Combine (6:39) as well as Seattle cutting Quandre Diggs and Jamal Adams (27:31). Also, the fellas rap about how the draft is shaping up and the Seahawks’ approach as they enter a new era (33:42). Purchase exclusive Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-though...

The intrepid Seahawks beat reporter joins Jacson and Mike from the NFL Combine to discuss Seattle’s NFLPA report card (8:36), their new coaching staff (18:56), whether Geno Smith is still the guy (44:23), offseason priorities (56:54), and more. Purchase exclusive Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct https://CigarThoughtsNFL.com

The Ringer’s NFL guru is back to break down the minutiae that decided Super Bowl 58 (19:04) and the effect it had on the legacies of those involved (26:36). He also gives us his thoughts on the Seahawks hiring Mike Macdonald (40:18), the potential of offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb (43:05), and where Geno Smith ranks in his pantheon of quarterbacks (51:41). All that and more in the season finale...

The Godfather of the Seahawks beat sits down with Jacson and Mike to break down what Mike Macdonald’s impact on the Seahawks future is (8:03), forecast who their offensive coordinator might be (28:23), and chop up the Super Bowl matchup between the Chiefs and 49ers (54:10). Grab your official Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct CigarThoughts...

Jacson and Mike break down the hiring of Mike Macdonald, his path to Seahawks head coach (2:16), what it means for Seattle moving forward (10:51), and who may join the staff as offensive coordinator (29:44). Grab your official Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct CigarThoughtsNFL.com  

ESPN’s Seahawks beat reporter goes deep with Jacson and Mike on an underwhelming 2023 season in Seattle (7:27), how Geno stacks up against other QBs in the conference (16:15), the team’s coaching search (26:55), and how the NFL playoffs are reinforcing what’s necessary for the Seahawks to regain the status of a true contender (33:51). Grab your official Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://a...

ESPN’s fantastic analyst stops by to talk through the shocking end of Pete Carroll’s tenure in Seattle (16:31), who might be next in line (25:34), what John Schneider and the Seahawks should prioritize this offseason (41:22), and how she as a fan is feeling during tumultuous times such as these (49:03). Grab your official Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/C...

The Seattle Seahawks won a thrilling game against the Arizona Cardinals to finish 9-8, but miss the playoffs in the process. Jacson recounts the season-ending victory, evaluates the performance of Seattle's stars, and parses what will be a fascinating offseason for the Seahawks. Grab your official Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct CigarTho...

The scheme guru and Seattle Overload football analyst breaks down the Seahawks’ heart-stopping win over the Titans (7:10) and engages in a deep dive into Seattle’s offensive coordinator Shane Waldron (27:04). He and Jacson also break down the upcoming game against the Steelers (58:06), and how the ‘Hawks match up with the NFC’s playoff contenders (1:10:19). Grab your official Cigar Thoughts stogie...

The Ringer’s NFL writer and savant sits down with Jacson and Mike to discuss the Seahawks’ wild win over the Eagles (10:53), whether Drew Lock or Geno Smith should be the starter moving forward (15:09), and Pete Carroll’s impact on ending Seattle’s four-game losing streak (40:28). The fellas also break down the Seahawks’ upcoming matchup with the Titans (46:17), and try to make sense of a confusin...

The Seattle Seahawks stunned the Philadelphia Eagles with a 92-yard, game-winning touchdown drive in the final minute. Jacson talks through Seattle's down-to-the-wire victory, a clutch evening from the wide receivers, a bounce-back performance from the defense, and much more. Grab your official Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct CigarThough...

The former Seahawks beat reporter, current Ringer NFL dynamo, and Philly native joins the fellas to break down Seattle’s loss to the 49ers (7:12). They also dive into how fixable the Seahawks’ issues are (9:02), how Seattle can beat the Eagles on Monday (32:25), and whether Devon Witherspoon or Jalen Carter should win Defensive Rookie of the Year (41:01). Grab your official Cigar Thoughts stogies...

The San Francisco 49ers outlasted the Seattle Seahawks, winning 28-16. Jacson breaks down Seattle's fourth consecutive loss, what it means for the rest of 2023, and how we should be viewing the franchise in the grand scheme of things. Grab your official Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct CigarThoughtsNFL.com