Sam Darnold vs. the NFL - Where Does the Seahawks QB Rank?

This week's quarterback draft exercise will have you questioning your loyalty to Sam Darnold. With the NFL season right around the corner, we explore where Darnold fits into the tiers of quarterbacks, especially in a hypothetical scenario where the next season could be the last for the league. Who goes first? Will it be Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes? And how does the salary cap factor into each pick? As the draft unfolds, we discuss the pros and cons of each selection, from young talents like Jaden Daniels and C.J. Stroud to veterans like Dak Prescott and Matthew Stafford.  Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

As we hit the NFL June swoon our Seahawks have had an incredibly busy and intriguing off-season, draft, OTAs, and minicamp. So, what stories actually matter and give us hints of what's to come for real in 2025? Since the Seattle Seahawks haven't played a game yet in the 2025 season, we discuss the stories from the last several weeks that have fans buzzing and what might be raising some eyebrows. From Abe Lucas's emphatic statements at the podium, to the implications of Sam Darnold's early struggles in practice. Plus, could we see a frustrated Byron Murphy surrounding his role on the defensive line if one area of the team isn't fixed by the start of the season? It's best shape of their life season people!!! So, rip your sleeves clean off and let's dive into the nooks and crannies of this Seahawks off-season.  Special Thanks to our Sponsor BodySpec: 💪Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! Get your full-body scan and $10 off with promo code SHP. Discover detailed data about your body composition. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: https://bodyspec.sjv.io/dOn0AM Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

How does Sam Darnold perform in the clutch? That's what we're taking a look at in our film review of new Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold. We take a look at several key plays from Darnold's time with the Vikings, focusing on his performance under pressure and in clutch moments. In our look at these pivotal moments, we analyze Darnold's ability to maneuver the pocket, make accurate throws, and lead fourth-quarter comebacks. There's also a low moment to balance things out. With a mix of excitement and cautious optimism, this is a quick look at what Darnold can bring to Seattle in the upcoming season.  Special Thanks to our Sponsor BodySpec: 💪Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! Get your full-body scan and $10 off with promo code SHP. Discover detailed data about your body composition. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: https://bodyspec.sjv.io/dOn0AM Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

Nathan Santo from the Seahawks Nest Podcast returns to the show for a lively discussion about the Seattle Seahawks and their quarterback situation. With Sam Darnold now in the mix, Nathan shares his long-standing belief in Darnold's potential and how his time with the 49ers may have prepared him for success in Seattle. Does Sam have the offensive line and the weapons in Seattle to succeed? We touch on the Seahawks' pass catchers including the impact of Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Cooper Kupp and the potential of new additions like Tory Horton and Marquez Valdez-Scantling. We also discuss Jalen Milroe as Nathan believes that coach Mike Macdonald my be using some misdirection when it comes to using Jalen Milroe in a Taysom Hill role. Special Thanks to our Sponsor BodySpec: 💪Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! Get your full-body scan and $10 off with promo code SHP. Discover detailed data about your body composition. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: https://bodyspec.sjv.io/dOn0AM Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

As the Seattle Seahawks wrap up their first week of OTAs, it's notable how excited Seahawks fans are about the 2025 team. In this week's show, we pull some of our favorite quotes from press conferences from Abe Lucas, offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, Sam Darnold and Ernest Jones. It was one quote in particular from Abe Lucas that has Adam really excited for the upcoming season and why our show has now anointed him as the Seahawks offensive ambassador.  The message of the Seahawks using a fullback came through loud and clear via Abe as well as Sam Darnold. Klint Kubiak has taken note of Jalen Milroe's worth ethic and the early hours he's coming into the facility to work. On the defensive side, coordinator Aden Durde talked about what it has meant for the team to have everyone on board for the voluntary portion of OTAs. But how important is it really? We're somewhat conflicted on the importance. We do note the importance of having a pair of linebackers who are in sync with each other. Ernest Jones talked about just how important Tyrice Knight has been in his own development, and how they've been improving their relationship in the offseason. In the second half of the show, Sam Darnold reveals how good (or bad) of a golfer he is. It's the first time in the history of the show that we'll have a starting quarterback who seems to golf regularly. Lumen Field is getting nearly 20 million in upgrades next offseason for the World Cup, but it sounds like only one of the improvements will actually benefit a small portion of Seahawks fans. The audio equipment company Rode is highlighted in the Do Better segment along with organization highlighting mock draft content for 2026. Better at life honors go out to the Steelers organization (for maybe the only time) and to our Seahawks for highlighting its 50th Season game for the upcoming year. Special Thanks to our Sponsor BodySpec: 💪Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! Get your full-body scan and $10 off with promo code SHP. Discover detailed data about your body composition. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: https://bodyspec.sjv.io/dOn0AM Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

As the Seattle Seahawks grind through OTAs, we're getting into the seven signs that could indicate being legitimate contenders in 2025. From the potential of rookie guard Grey Zabel to the impact of Sam Darnold (or Jalen Milroe) at quarterback. Just how important is a cohesive run game? How about the necessity of a suffocating defense or the significance of a strong offensive line? We also get into your questions, including how the team can reclaim home field advantage and the need for a creative offensive scheme. With exciting insights and spirited debate, we are packing high levels of optimism for the upcoming season. Special Thanks to our Sponsor BodySpec: 💪Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! Get your full-body scan and $10 off with promo code SHP. Discover detailed data about your body composition. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: https://bodyspec.sjv.io/dOn0AM Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

Join us on the Sea Hawkers Podcast with special guest and NFL analyst, Coach DC of All-22 Films! We dive into the Seattle Seahawks’ 2025 season, exploring how Jalen Milroe’s unique skills can shape the offense, whether Sam Darnold can repeat his stellar 2024 performance, and how Ken Walker will thrive in Klint Kubiak’s run-centric, wide zone scheme. The conversation also touches on the impact of the new offensive schemes, the importance of under-center play, and how the Seahawks running game could evolve with Ken Walker III and Zach Charbonnet. The trio also discusses the defensive prospects, including the promising talents of Devon Witherspoon and Boye Mafe, and what fans can expect from the upcoming season. Special Thanks to our Sponsor BodySpec: 💪Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! Get your full-body scan and $10 off with promo code SHP. Discover detailed data about your body composition. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: https://bodyspec.sjv.io/dOn0AM Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

For our first look into the film of Jalen Milroe, the Seattle Seahawks intriguing third-round quarterback pick, we're focusing on several plays from the Alabama game against South Carolina. We take a look at Milroe's impressive plays from the game, including his running ability and arm talent, while also addressing one of his biggest mistakes. These moments showcase Milroe's strengths and areas for improvement, and puts on display how he could fit into the Seahawks future. Watch on YouTube Special Thanks to our Sponsor BodySpec: 💪Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! Get your full-body scan and $10 off with promo code SHP. Discover detailed data about your body composition. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: https://bodyspec.sjv.io/dOn0AM Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

Seahawks OTAs kick off this week, so as the team gets together there are some key storylines and nuggets that we're going to be on the lookout for. The rookie form of Grey Zabel is high on that list along with the focus on quarterback and what we're hearing about Sam Darnold, versus Drew Lock versus Jalen Milroe. Could Lock's experience with this team give him an edge over the other two quarterbacks in the way they interact as a team? Defensively, we talk about some of the key things we want to hear about along the defensive line, despite their inability to put on pad and bang around like we see in the preseason. List season creep has begun. Usually it waits until after OTAs and the mandatory minicamp, but we have a couple lists where Sam Darnold makes an appearance. We talk about where he ranks out on the PFF list of 32 NFL starting quarterbacks and the top 10 most risky free agent signings. We also talk about why two former Seahawks are above Darnold on both lists and how it may lead the way for how the media views this Seahawks roster until the start of the season. In the second half of the show, we discuss a few of the rules changes. The NFL has expanded the number of plays that can be reviewed, but only if a flag is thrown. Touchbacks are now coming out to the 35-yard line. If teams and kickers don't start putting the ball in the landing zone, should the NFL penalize teams the same as when they kick it out of bounds? In the Do Better segment, we get into one other list that calls out one move the Seahawks should make and Amazon is password protecting the ability for people to change the time on their devices. Closing the show with Better at Life, we talk about the scientists behind the James Webb telescope and a former Seahawks player who is now an author on the subject of gardening. Special Thanks to our Sponsor BodySpec: 💪Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! Get your full-body scan and $10 off with promo code SHP. Discover detailed data about your body composition. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: https://bodyspec.sjv.io/dOn0AM Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation  

With a vote of 22-10, NFL owners fell 2 votes short of the mandatory 24 votes to "Ban the Tush Push." Some are surprised that Seattle ownership voted to ban it. Everyone has an opinion, no one seems to remember NFL history, and we'll be talking about the league's most infamous play. Should it or shouldn't it be banned? Plus, we get into the other NFL rules that were changed or upheld this week. And finally, are there any rules or changes to the game that should be on the NFL's radar? We get into it on this week's show. Special Thanks to our Sponsor BodySpec: 💪Unlock Your Health Insights with BodySpec! Get your full-body scan and $10 off with promo code SHP. Discover detailed data about your body composition. Don’t miss this exclusive offer: https://bodyspec.sjv.io/dOn0AM Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit GetInTheFlock.com Or visit our website for other ways to support the show Subscribe via: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Google Podcasts | YouTube | TuneIn | RSS Follow us on: Facebook | Twitter Listen on our free app for Android, iOS, Kindle or Windows Phone/PC Call or text: 253-235-9041 Find Sea Hawkers clubs around the world at SeaHawkers.org Music from the show by The 12 Train, download each track at ReverbNation