Daily Seahawks Podcast: HB Mornings & Real Hawk Talk

Seattle struggled to convert 3rd downs last season. In this episode of HB Mornings, we look at what the problems were and how they may change this season with a new scheme and new personnel.   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 u...

So many national analysts are bearish on the Seahawks in 2025. Let's stare doomsday in the face and talk about what would have to happen for things to go downhill. We will look at recent 10+ win teams that got worse the next season to help guide us.   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...

Coach Dan Larson of North Dakota State University joins HB Mornings to talk about two of his star pupils, Grey Zabel and Jalen Sundell. He offers thoughts on how NDSU has managed to produce so many starting NFL linemen in recent history and why he thinks Zabel has unlimited potential.   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizza for HB fans here: https://hello....

One of the biggest issues with the 2024 Seahawks was their flailing in the red zone. Turnovers, lack of rushing attack, poor play calling and more, made them one of the least effective red zone teams in the NFL. They have reason to believe 2025 will be far better. I go over this critical aspect of their outlook in this episode of HB Mornings.   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Sign up for exclusiv...

Derrik Klassen, of The Athletic Football Show, joins HB Mornings to discuss why he has had a hard time getting behind the Seahawks changes this off-season. I am fascinated by the contrast between national and local perspective here, and am excited to talk to someone as smart as Derrik on the topic. You will not want to miss this episode!   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Sign up for exclusive dea...

I will walk through each game of the Seahawks 2025 schedule, and provide initial insights, including key players, rest differential, big roster changes, and storylines.   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 HAWKBL...

Evan Hill, Jeff Simmons, and I will react in real time to the Seahawks 2025 schedule as it is announced. Come hang out with us!   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 pai...

The NFL schedule gets released at 5PM PT today! But why wait for all of the news until then when you can get some of it right now? I'll share the schedule info we know, including the first time DK Metcalf will face his old team.   We also have news on the Seahawks CB search, rookies reporting and signing their deals, and more!   00:00 Intro 03:00 Seahawks Week 1 Game 03:54 Seahawks Week 2 Game 05:...

I poured over 10 years of NFL schedule data, along with the current known or predicted games on the 2025 docket for every team, and used all of that to create a predicted schedule for the 2025 Seahawks. Okay, actually, I used AI to help me, but we were equal partners!   I also introduce a new segment called, "Seahawks ASMR."   00:00 Intro 03:35 NFL Schedule Prediction Grid 09:56 Version 1: Seahawk...

Seahawks legend, Jermaine Kearse, joins the show to relive one of the most underrated careers in franchise history. We talked about his iconic catches, overcoming adversity, and how he has transitioned to a highly successful entrepreneur after football.   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...

Every NFC West team is in transition of some sort. We can start to see the outlines of potential starting lineups after the draft, and can see where teams are aging and where they are youthful. I will share the ranking of youngest-to-oldest of every position group, as well as overall offense and defense and full team.   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliacci Pizz...

Back by popular demand! Rob Staton, Griffin Sturgeon, Jeff Simmons, and I will do a live draft of players from NFC West rosters to determine which team has the most talent, where there is strength in the division, and where there is weakness. This was fun, entertaining, and informative last year. You won't want to miss this!   Be sure to like and subscribe!   Sign up for exclusive deals on Pagliac...

The official NFL schedules are not released until May 14th, but we already know every opponent for every team. I took the most important offensive and defensive metrics, along with the performance of every team in 2024, fed it to AI and had it project the level of difficult for every offense and every defense in 2025. Which offenses will have the toughest sledding? Which defenses? Which team will...

Riq Woolen is easily one of the most talented players on the Seahawks. Yet, Seahawks fans are more likely to be angry at him than embrace him. Let's talk about why, and separate out some fact from fiction. We will also answer some Patron questions.   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...

]The great Dave Boling joins the show to discuss what we saw during rookie minicamp, with a focus on the offensive line and Grey Zabel. We also cover Elijah Arroyo, Jalen Milroe, and others.   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 u...

I start the show talking about the continuing national narrative that the Seahawks are one of the worst teams in their division and in the NFL. What are they getting wrong (and right)?   Then, Coach Bobby Peters rejoins the show to share his deep knowledge of the Shanahan/Kubiak offensive system, and how the moves the Seahawks have made this off-season fit (or not). We will find out which move he'...

Coach Cody Alexander rejoins the show to talk about the Seahawks off-season and how the changes there could impact the defensive side of the ball. Coach Cody has written numerous books on defensive schemes and is followed by other coaches across the country. We will focus on the role of a big nickel in Macdonald's defense and how Nick Emmanwori could impact this ascending unit.   00:00 Intro 01:25...

Rob Staton of Seahawks Draft Blog, joins the show to talk through his perspectives on this draft class and the state of the Seahawks roster.   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...

The Seahawks conclude their two-day rookie minicamp today and will have Mike Macdonald, along with selected rookies, speak after practice. I will bring you my notes and observations as soon as I get home.   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/br...

HB Mornings moves to the afternoon today to give you immediate reactions to the first snaps from the 2025 rookie class after the first day of rookie minicamp.   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...

I had the chance to talk to new Seahawks fullback Robbie Ouzts the day before he flew out to Seattle for rookie minicamp. We covered topics ranging from golf to mustaches to marriage. There were some quotable moments. Enjoy!   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:...

Nathan Ernst and Evan Hill join me to reflect on the 2025 NFL Draft and figure out whether the team did enough to break out of their mediocrity.   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...

Ryan Fowler of The Draft Network rejoins the show to talk Seahawks draft and focus on the undrafted free agent class that was signed after the draft. I will also cover the latest Seahawks news, including the re-signing of Johnathan Hankins.   00:00 Intro 02:14 Rookie Minicamp Schedule Announced 03:15 Waivers 04:17 Johnathan Hankins Signed 10:39 FIVE Seahawks Picks Make Miller's Fav 100 List 13:36...

We welcome in Dane Brugler, of The Athletic, for our final conversation about the 2025 NFL Draft. Dane will be taking a well earned break to rest and recover, but agreed to come on and discuss this Seahawks haul.   I will also cover the latest Seahawks news, including the 5th year option for Charles Cross.   00:00 Intro 02:20 Replay Of Grey Zabel Reaction From Evan 07:00 49ers Fans Cope 12:33 Jale...

Seattle added 11 players to their roster via the draft, and a bunch more as undrafted free agents. Let's take a look at the projected depth chart and get a feel for where the new players will slot in, and how it will impact moves the team makes over the next few weeks.   00:00 Intro 03:47 Why are some people UNHAPPY with this draft? 08:14 Rookie Minicamp 09:46 Skepticism About Emmanwori 11:00 "Big...