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Coach Explains Outsized Potential Of Nick Emmanwori In Macdonald Defense May 05, 2025

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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 Defensive Trends

03:15 Hybrid LBs

06:28 2024 Seahawks Defense Review

13:15 DeMarcus Lawrence Means More 4 Down?

19:30 Nick Emmanwori As Kyle Hamilton

22:23 Why Big Nickel?

27:34 Emmanwori Steals Snaps From...??

32:43 Zone vs Man Coverage Skills

35:49 3rd CB Spot: Shaquill Griffin or Rasul Douglas Incoming?

41:00 Field Vision Pro Sneak Peak

56:07 49ers Defensive Draft

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Catching Up With Rob Staton On Seahawks Draft May 04, 2025

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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.

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Seahawks Rookie Minicamp Day 2 Report May 03, 2025

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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.

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https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkbloggerDesmond Watson is a fun prospect who wowed people at his Pro Day with the speed and explosiveness he displayed while weighing in at over 450 lbs. He would be the heaviest player in NFL history.

And a Mock Draft I LOVE!

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Seahawks Rookie Minicamp Day 1 Report May 02, 2025

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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.

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Seahawks Rookie Robbie Ouzts Tells All May 01, 2025

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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!

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REAL HAWK TALK: How Far Did This Draft Get The Seahawks? May 01, 2025

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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.

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Getting To Know Seahawks UDFAs With Ryan Fowler Apr 30, 2025

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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 Ryan Fowler Talks Seahawks Draft

20:32 UDFA Scouting Reports

56:26 Comparing Emmanwori Stats To Kam, Kyle, Derwin

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One Last Round: Seahawks Draft Talk With Dane Brugler Apr 29, 2025

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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 Jalen Milroe As Wildcat QB & Emergency QB Rule

17:03 Charles Cross 5th Year Option

29:46 Dane Brugler Talks Seahawks Draft Class

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REINFORCEMENTS! Seahawks Depth Chart After Draft Apr 28, 2025

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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 Swings?" Nope!

20:28 Macdonald Has Emmanwori At NICKEL

26:16 Depth Chart DEEP Dive

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Grey Zabel Is A SEAHAWK! Apr 28, 2025

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NOTE: I forgot to publish this here on Friday. Adding in case you want to hear my immediate reactions to Day 1 of the draft.

Round 1 is in the books. A quick reflection on all that had to happen for Grey Zabel to become a Seahawk, and a look ahead to Day 2 with an eye on what comes next.

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