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Programming update: Recording a new Seahawks Man 2 Man pod today (dropping Monday). First, @ckidd206.bsky.social & I wanna hear from you. Got questions about camp, the season, etc? Hit us up here or leave a voicemail at (206) 705-3821.

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Seahawks training camp: Defense dominates on Day 1 in pads, highlighted by pick 6

New story: First day of padded practice turned out to be really good for the Seahawks defense. And Nick Emmanwori’s pick-6 was the play of the day.

Also included here are some highlights from 1-on-1 OL/DL drills as well as other standout moments from Day 5 www.nytimes.com/athletic/652...

Seahawks training camp: Riq Woolen out to prove growth in pivotal contract year

New: Entering Year 4, with just one year remaining on his rookie contract, Riq Woolen is moving like a guy with a point to prove.

“Riq’s locked in this year. He just continues to be better. Riq’s got a lot of stuff to show a lot of people.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/651...

Sam Darnold has the Seahawks believing, as he works to master the mundane

New story from training camp: As Sam Darnold has shown his Seahawks teammates more of who he is both as a person and a player, their faith in him has grown.

“He’s one of the best quarterbacks in the league, no doubt about it. We’re going to show it this year.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/651...

New story: Mike Macdonald says Seahawks edge rusher Uchenna Nwosu isn’t necessarily close to a return as he nurses a knee injury. In the past, John Schneider has pulled the trigger on trades in these sorts of situations. Maybe John has a move in mind? t.co/vpNBrSDA8V

Are Boye Mafe, Derick Hall in Seahawks' long-term plans? This season could decide

New story: The Seahawks have a couple rookie-contract edge rushers in Boye Mafe & Derick Hall.

Boye is entering the final year of his deal & is extension-eligible. Is he in Seattle’s long-term plans? How does Hall factor in? This season could decide that. www.nytimes.com/athletic/643...

New ‘Seahawks Man 2 Man’ podcast

“Can the Seahawks become contenders?”

Live now: No. 1 defense, contract extensions, minicamp wrap-up, your questions/voicemails + more!

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Programming note: With Seahawks offseason program wrapped up, we’re gonna record a new Seahawks Man 2 Man podcast putting a bow on everything.

Got questions? Drop em here or leave us a voicemail (206) 705-3821. @ckidd206.bsky.social and I will answer everything on the show.

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Seahawks minicamp takeaways: Will Charles Cross, Abe Lucas ink lucrative extensions?

New story: Left tackle Charles Cross is eligible for a contract extension, and signed with an agency this offseason (previously repped himself). Cross loves the Seahawks and “wouldn’t want to be anywhere else but Seattle.”

Will Cross get paid this summer? www.nytimes.com/athletic/642...

Seahawks minicamp takeaways: Sam Darnold smack talk, Michael Dickson payday and more

New: Players have always been able to speak their mind in Mike Macdonald’s defense but in Year 2 they’re taking the next step in their ownership of the operation. That’s essential for a Seahawks unit that aspires to be the best in the league. www.nytimes.com/athletic/641...

NEW Seahawks Man 2 Man podcast

“Sam Darnold SZN”

Live now: Recapping OTAs starting with a breakdown of QB1, DB play, JSN x Cooper, OL improvement + more!

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Programming note: We’re recording a post-OTA Seahawks Man 2 Man podcast tonight. First, we wanna hear from ya.

Got questions? Hit us up here or leave us a voicemail at (206) 705-3821. @ckidd206.bsky.social and I will answer as many as we can on the show.

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Why the Seahawks don’t have a QB competition, as Jalen Milroe learns behind Sam Darnold

New story: No competition necessary, Mike Macdonald says. Sam Darnold is the Seahawks QB1. Rookie Jalen Milroe is operating as QB3 in OTAs.

As the seahawks install what they hope will be a championship-caliber offense, Sam is the head of the snake. www.nytimes.com/athletic/640...

New on The Athletic: The Seahawks had a very good defense in 2024. With nearly everyone back, they believe continuity will help them be even better in 2025.

“We want to be No. 1 in every category.”

Dispatch from OTAs, which featured a strong day from the secondary: www.nytimes.com/athletic/639...

The Jalen Milroe package, Cooper Kupp’s fit and other questions as Seahawks begin OTAs How Milroe and Kupp will be used in Seattle's new-look offense might begin to unfold at OTAs.

New story on The Athletic: Among the remaining offseason questions for the Seahawks: How often will rookie QB Jalen Milroe play, if at all? www.nytimes.com/athletic/638...

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Programming note: Recording a NEW Seahawks Man 2 Man podcast tonight. First, we wanna hear from you!

Any questions about offseason, 2025 schedule, etc. hit us up here or leave us a voicemail at (206) 705-3821. @ckidd206.bsky.social & I will address it all on the show.

Appreciate the luv

New story: Introducing Grey Zabel, a farming, ass-kicking, versatile OL, who’s such a perfect fit for the Seahawks they pivoted from their typical strategy & drafted him in the 1st round.

A look inside Seattle’s process, and the film that supported the decision. www.nytimes.com/athletic/633...

New story: On rookie QB Jalen Milroe’s “dream come true” first day as a Seahawk, his growth as a passer, rookie-year goals, preparation and early impressions of the Seahawks new scheme www.nytimes.com/athletic/633...

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NEW Seahawks Man 2 Man pod:

“Drafting difference makers”

Live now: Danny Kelly of The Ringer breaks down Seattle’s 2025 draft, Grey Zabel’s fit, how to use Jalen Milroe + more!

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The Seahawks' draft class raises the floor in 2025, but it also has a sky-high ceiling

New story: Mike Macdonald shot down the idea of Jalen Milroe being like Taysom Hill.

"Jalen is a quarterback through and through," Macdonald said.

To maximize Jalen's potential, he must be developed as a QB. That's where he can be a real difference maker. www.nytimes.com/athletic/631...

On our NEW Seahawks Man 2 Man podcast: Draft recap, including deep dive into the Grey Zabel, Nick Emmanwori and Jalen Milroe picks. Also, your questions + voicemails!

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How a Seahawks legend and a standout Senior Bowl week sold Seattle on Grey Zabel

New story: An endorsement from Steve Hutchinson and a standout performance at the Senior Bowl were key parts of the process that landed guard Grey Zabel with the Seahawks.

“Hutch loves him; everybody loves this guy.” www.nytimes.com/athletic/630...

Seahawks NFL Draft big board: 53 players to watch, including 14 in Round 1 The Seahawks have emphasized they plan to take the best player available, putting a wide variety of options on the table.

New: It's big board SZN, peoples. The Seahawks have 10 draft picks, 5 in the top 100. Here are 50+ prospects to watch this weekend, including over a dozen in the first round. www.nytimes.com/athletic/629...

Seahawks final mock draft: Two trades, OL in Round 1 and a haul of talent on Day 2 The team's biggest need is clear, but who would fit best? On Day 2, Seattle finds playmakers on both sides of the ball.

New story: Mock draft SZN. Draft weekend is almost here so here’s one last Seahawks 7-round mock to get us to the finish line.

My first 3 picks:

- G Tyler Booker (after a trade)
- WR Jayden Higgins (after a trade)
- DT Darius Alexander

Full mock below www.nytimes.com/athletic/628...