Seahawks Forever w/ Dan Viens

Kay Adams made the case that the Seattle Seahawks are positioned to repeat as Super Bowl champions, and the reaction from non-Seahawks fans was exactly what you’d expect. But was she wrong? In this Seahawks Forever reaction, I break down why Kay’s argument is a lot stronger than the backlash suggests. Seattle has rare roster continuity, coaching stability, a clear identity, and a core that already proved it can win at the highest level. While much of the NFL world is focused on what could go wrong, the Seahawks may be better positioned than people want to admit. We’ll look at why continuity matters, why Mike Macdonald’s staff gives Seattle a real edge, how the roster stacks up entering the season, and why the “Seahawks can repeat” conversation deserves more serious respect.

It’s time for my annual Seahawks Shadow Draft. Every time Seattle was on the clock, I made my own pick in real time based on my board, my scouting, team needs, scheme fit, and what I believed the Seahawks should do. Now that the draft is over, I reveal my full Shadow Draft class and compare it directly to what the Seahawks actually did. Which class do I like better? Where did John Schneider and Mike Macdonald beat me to the punch? Which picks do I still wish Seattle had made? And what does the difference between the two drafts tell us about how the Seahawks are building this roster? Let me know in the comments which one YOU like better, and why?

Did the NFC close the gap on the Seahawks? Tonight, Garret Greenlee of the Football Analysis YouTube channel joins Seahawks Forever LIVE to break down which NFC teams helped themselves the most through the draft — and which supposed contenders may have taken a step back. We’ll look around the conference at the teams trying to position themselves as legitimate threats to Seattle, evaluate their draft classes, and ask the big-picture question: who actually got better?

Jacson Bevens of Cigar Thoughts joins the show for a deeper look at the Seahawks’ 2026 draft class — not just who Seattle picked, but what those choices may have cost them. We dig into the risk profile of this class, including a running back with limited college touches, a cornerback with only one year of major production, and the larger idea of opportunity cost. Were there players Seattle passed on who could become the “what if?” names from this draft? And how should fans balance upside, projection, value, and patience when judging this group? A more nuanced Seahawks draft conversation with one of the smartest voices covering the team.

The Seahawks made their move on Day 1 of the NFL Draft, selecting running back Jadarian Price at No. 32 — and the debate has already started. Was this a value reach because he’s a running back? Or was this exactly the kind of player Seattle needed to complete the vision John Schneider and Mike Macdonald have been building toward? Today I’m breaking down the pick from every angle: the player, the process, the positional value debate, why the Seahawks may be thinking differently than the consensus, and why I’m kicking myself after liking Price at 32 for most of the offseason before backing off late. We’ll also look at the outside reaction, what the NFC West rivals did on Day 1, and what lies ahead for Seattle on Day 2 — including the best players still available. Subscribe for daily, thoughtful Seahawks analysis all offseason long.

This is my final predictive Seahawks mock draft of the year — not just what I would do, but what I believe Seattle will do when the card gets turned in. I’m pulling together everything: what I’ve been told, what national voices are reporting, what the league seems to be signaling, plus my own scouting, character research, and final instincts. Which picks feel real? Which names are smoke? And how many do I actually get right when it’s all said and done?

John Schneider’s final pre-draft radio appearance gave us a little bit of everything. A great behind-the-scenes conversation with the Seahawks’ longtime equipment manager, a really cool Jaxon Smith-Njigba story that shows how small details can change everything, and some telling updates on where Seattle stands in the draft process as the final board comes together. I react to it all completely blind and look for the clues, tells, and insight that could matter most with draft night right around the corner.

What would a Seattle Seahawks mock draft look like if it was built almost entirely around culture, character, toughness, intelligence, leadership and fit? That’s what this episode is all about. I put together an All Character Mock Draft focused on the kinds of players who feel like true Seahawks under John Schneider and Mike Macdonald — smart, tough, reliable competitors who align with the identity this team is trying to build. Some of the names will be obvious, some may surprise you, but every pick was made with the Seahawks’ bigger vision in mind. If you love draft philosophy, roster-building, and thoughtful Seahawks analysis, this is a fun one. Subscribe to Seahawks Forever for more daily coverage, film-based insight, live shows, and Seahawks draft talk all year long.

CBS Sports draft expert and Football Gameplan Draft Guide publisher Emory Hunt joins Seahawks Forever for his annual pre-draft visit, and this one goes well beyond surface-level prospect talk. In a draft media world where many analysts stay in the video booth, Emory Hunt still does it the old-school way: pounding the pavement, attending all nine all-star games, traveling the country, and even scouting into Canada in search of real talent. With more than 1,200 prospects in his guide, Hunt brings one of the most thorough and ground-level processes in the industry. In this episode, we talk about what the NFL still gets wrong about the draft process, why certain players and schools continue to be overlooked, and which under-the-radar prospects could fit exactly what the Seahawks need in this class. If you love thoughtful Seahawks draft coverage, hidden gems, and real football process, this is the episode for you. Forever and always, Go Hawks.

Every week during draft season, John Schneider seems to reveal another fascinating piece of the Seahawks’ process on 710 Seattle Sports — and this time, the focus is on player health. Not just whether a prospect is healthy right now, but how Seattle uses medical work, sports science, analytics, and long-term durability projections to shape its draft board. In this episode, I blind react to Schneider’s latest appearance for the very first time, listening for tells, clues, and the kind of revealing nuggets that can help us better understand how the Seahawks may be stacking this year’s class. Subscribe for more daily, thoughtful Seahawks coverage right here on Seahawks Forever.

As the Seahawks begin a new offensive chapter under Brian Fleury, the biggest beneficiaries may not be the most obvious names on the roster. In this episode, I break down four players and position groups that could be positioned for a bigger role, better usage, or a more natural fit in Seattle’s new offense. From every-down versatility to structural matchup value to expanded usage in space, there are some really interesting possibilities here if Fleury brings over some of the ideas many expect. This isn’t just about who gets the most targets. It’s about who could be featured differently, more efficiently, and more often.

Defensive tackle is not being treated like a major Seattle Seahawks draft need by much of the fanbase or even a lot of the analytical community — but that may be a mistake. In today’s show, I make the case for why DT is a lot more fragile than it appears on the surface, especially when you factor in age, attrition, regression, injury risk, and how quickly a position group can turn from strength to concern in the NFL. I break down why this draft class could offer Seattle a real opportunity to get ahead of the problem, and I spotlight 8 defensive tackle prospects in the process: 4 who feel like strong Seahawks fits on and off the field, and 4 who may not even be on John Schneider and Mike Macdonald’s board for a variety of reasons. If you’ve been overlooking DT in this class, this episode may change your mind.

Seattle Seahawks GM John Schneider - the reigning NFL Executive of the Year - made his latest local radio appearance as the draft gets closer, and as always, these shows are worth listening to carefully. He may try to keep things close to the vest, but if you know what to listen for, there are almost always useful clues buried in the conversation. Tonight I’m doing a blind reaction to the segment, stopping along the way to react to the most interesting comments, possible draft hints, and anything that gives us a better feel for how the Seahawks are evaluating this class. Even when Schneider avoids giving away anything directly, these appearances usually offer some of the best insight we get into Seattle’s thought process before draft weekend.