Daily Seahawks Podcast: HB Mornings & Real Hawk Talk

Jeff Simmons and I complete our series of "Better or Worse?" by tackling the defensive side of the ball. Where are the Seahawks better or worse on defense than they were a year ago at this time?   We also will cover some ESPN rankings of the NFC West off-seasons, as well as Top 10 players at various positions that Jeremy Fowler is sharing.   00:00 Intro 03:30 Blue Jays vs Mariners All-Star Debate...

We start off today's show wrapping up the trip around the NFC West with final rankings. Then, we get into some surprising numbers around the Seahawks and Rams defensive tendencies and effectiveness. Mike Macdonald leans on nickel, but should he use more dime? McVay lives in dime. How's that working for him?   00:00 Intro 04:24 NFC West Position Group Final Rankings 11:16 Rams & Seahawks Pressure R...

The Seahawks had a bountiful 2022 draft class. They are all up for extensions. None have been signed yet. Who will John Schneider regret letting play this season before making an offer? Evan Hill, Jeff Simmons and I will discuss that plus answer Patron questions.   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Get $75 off at JKBoots at https://www.jkboots.com/briannemhauser using promo code HAWKBLOGGER, and be...

We hit the last stop on our position group rankings tour around the NFC West with this episode on the most important player on the field. Quarterbacks have a massive impact on the fortunes of their team, which is why they get paid the most money. We will rank which team has the best starter in the division for this all-important spot.   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Get $75 off at JKBoots at ht...

As we near the end of our series looking at every position group in the NFC West, we tackle the safety room. This position has undergone some revision in the past few seasons across the league as it has dropped in value and price. The Seahawks, Cardinals, 49ers, and Rams have approached this position differently. Let's see how they stack up.   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Get $75 off at JKBoot...

The NFC West ranking series marches forward as we round out the offensive line by looking at the interior. Who are the best guards and centers among the Cardinals, 49ers, Rams and Seahawks? We will look at some numbers for players from the division and rank from best-to-worst before looking at rankings from other parties.   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Get $75 off at JKBoots at https://www.jkb...

Jeff Simmons is back for his weekly appearance as we try to take an honest look at where the Seahawks roster sits relative to the rest of the NFL. We will go back-and-forth on rosters we would take wholesale over what Seattle has right now.   We may also have some time for patron questions.   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Get $75 off at JKBoots at https://www.jkboots.com/briannemhauser using pr...

We continue our series ranking the best and worst of every position group in the NFC West with a focus on the all-important offensive tackles. Trent Williams is the best of his generation, but is aging. The Rams have a very solid duo but they are battling health issues. The Cardinals and Seahawks have young studs in Paris Johnson Jr. and Charles Cross. How will it all sort out?   Be sure to like a...

We continue our series ranking each position group in the NFC West as we look at the inside linebacker rooms for the Arizona Cardinals, Seattle Seahawks, San Francisco 49ers, and Los Angeles Rams. There has been a lot of movement in that spot across the division the past few years. Which team is on top, and who is on the bottom?   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Get $75 off at JKBoots at https://...

Former Seahawks offensive linemen Justin Britt joins the show after visiting Seattle for the Seahawks alumni golf tournament. He posted some emotional video of what it meant for him to visit and how hard it was to leave. We talk about his time with the Seahawks, what he's doing now, and what he expects from the team this season.   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Get $75 off at JKBoots at https://...

We continue our march through the division position groups with a look at the running backs. This will include fullbacks for teams that use them. Players like Christian McCaffrey and James Conner are aging, while a guy like Kenneth Walker has flashed elite talent and challenges staying healthy. Let's see which RBs and RB rooms come out on top!   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Get $75 off at JKBo...

Big trade news this morning as the Miami Dolphins have sent Jalen Ramsey and TE Jonnu Smith to the Pittsburgh Steelers in exchange for Minkah Fitzpatrick and a draft pick. The Dolphins are now looking for a tight end to replace Smith. Seattle has one they are likely willing to part with in Noah Fant. Could a move be coming? We also cover the combination of DK Metcalf and Ramsey on the same team af...

Rob Staton and Griff Sturgeon join the show to talk about stories within the division that are going under the radar. They also answer Patron questions and share what they've learned so far this off-season.   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 win a custom pair of Seahawks-themed boots!  ...

Jeff Simmons and I are back for another Seahawks Saturday as we share notes about what teams in NFL history most remind us of who the good version of the 2025 Seahawks could be. We have done some research and don't know which teams the other will name. Take a trip in an NFL time machine as we look to the past and the future on this episode of HB Mornings.   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Get $75...

We continue our series breaking down every position group in the NFC West and ranking them from best to worst. Today, we talk about the all-important edge group that has become a strength in the division. It's an arms war. Who is on top?   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 win a custom p...

Our series continues with a look at which teams have the best and worst WRs and WR rooms in the division. Cooper Kupp changes teams, but where do the Seahawks rank among the other teams in the division? Let's find out.   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 win a custom pair of Seahawks-the...

Our journey through the best position groups in the NFC West continues as we dive into the cornerbacks on a day when the Seahawks signed a former draft pick in Shaquill Griffin back to the roster. We will look at the corners for every team in the division and rank best-to-worst.   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Get $75 off at JKBoots at https://www.jkboots.com/briannemhauser using promo code HAW...

The tight end position will play a key role in deciding the kings of the NFC West. There are established stars and intriguing rookies. Let's talk about the tight end rooms for each NFC West team and rank them from best to worst.   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 win a custom pair of Se...

The Seahawks defense struggled on 1st down last season. It was a problem that nagged them throughout the year. Where did the problem show up? How might the team improve there? We spend some time on this important issue in today's HB Mornings.   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 win a cus...

Adam Grosbard, Rams beat writer for the LA Daily News, joins the show to report on how things are progressing for the division champs. Who is standing out and who is disappointing? Tune in to complete our NFC West tour.   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 win a custom pair of Seahawks-th...

Doug Baldwin Jr. joins the show to talk through his career with the Seahawks, his induction to the Top 50 list, his relationship with guys like Marshawn Lynch and Pete Carroll, and how he has navigated life after football. This is a must-watch episode!   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...

The 49ers are projected to win the NFC West. They finished last a year ago. How are things looking so far during practice? Grant Cohn joins the show to give us a look at how the Seahawks biggest rivals are progressing so far.   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 win a custom pair of Seaha...

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 win a custom pair of Seahawks-themed boots!  ...

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 $75 off at JKBoots at https://www.jkboots.com/b...

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, and be entered to win a custom pair of Seahawk...