Episode 374 - Seahawks Searching & Cinderellas Dancing
From Mitch Unfiltered by Mitch Levy
March 16, 2026 · 1h 53m · Episode 374
About this episode
Mitch discusses the Seahawks' offseason and March Madness, featuring interviews with coaches Nolan Smith and Grant Leonard.
RUNDOWN Mitch opens the show from Los Angeles, where he's in town to watch Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs play the Clippers—but not before attending a Division II baseball series featuring players who grew up with his sons. The conversation shifts to March Madness, with Mitch explaining why he believes the top teams—especially from the Big 12—are clearly ahead of the rest of the field. The Seahawks No-Table crew breaks down a turbulent offseason following their Super Bowl win. The trio discusses key departures in free agency, the team's deliberate approach to the salary cap, and why Seattle may rely on player development and the draft rather than splashy signings. Mitch talks with Tennessee State head coach Nolan Smith after the former Duke All-American and national champion led the Tigers to an Ohio Valley Conference title and an NCAA Tournament berth in his first year running the program. Smith reflects on learning the coaching profession under Mike Krzyzewski, navigating career setbacks after leaving Duke, and how those experiences shaped him as a leader. Mitch and Queens University head coach Grant Leonard talk after the Charlotte-based Royals captured the Atlantic Sun title…
People in this episode
Host: Mitch
Guests: Nolan Smith, Grant Leonard
Topics covered
- Seahawks
- March Madness
- NCAA Tournament
- Division II baseball
Keywords
- Victor Wembanyama
- Spurs
- Clippers
- Big 12
- Ohio Valley Conference
- Atlantic Sun
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Refuse to Lose
Places: Los Angeles, Charlotte, Seattle, Fargo, Puyallup, Washington
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