Hard Knock Life

After returning from the owners meetings, Michael-Shawn and Christopher dive into JSN’s massive contract extension, the Seahawks being chosen for the training camp edition of “Hard Knocks,” Mike Macdonald declaring they’re not “defending” their title in 2026, John Schneider implying they weren’t close to retaining the free agents they lost, the impact of the Millionaires Tax and more! Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the first week of NFL free agency in the books, Michael-Shawn and Christopher break down the Seahawks’ moves – and the moves they didn’t make. Chris and Mike also discuss the aftermath of losing Ken Walker, Coby Bryant, Riq Woolen and Boye Mafe, where Seattle sits within the NFC, whether the Seahawks are in a good position to repeat as Super Bowl champs and why the 2026 NFL Draft will be important to going back-to-back. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Before the Seahawks dive into free agency, Michael-Shawn details what he’s heard about Seattle’s plan to keep all its guys – while staying within the budget. Also, Christopher and Mike predict which free agents are staying and which ones will get a bag elsewhere. They also answer listener questions and voicemails on 2027 comp picks, paying running backs, keeping Rashid Shaheed and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

To kick off the offseason, Michael-Shawn and Christopher answer listener questions and voicemails on the biggest Seahawks topics including the Brian Fleury offensive coordinator hire; Riq Woolen, Josh Jobe, Ken Walker III and Rashid Shaheed hitting free agency; potential edge rusher replacements; new ownership; moments that indicated the 2025 team had a real brotherhood and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Seattle Seahawks are Super Bowl champions. To recap the big night, Michael-Shawn and Christopher explain why this was a predictable outcome because of the mismatch between the Seahawks’ defense and the Patriots’ offense. Mike goes behind the scenes in the postgame locker room. Then Chris and Mike answer listener questions and voicemails on Ken Walker III’s future, when they knew this team was special, how to keep the defense together, what it was like to cover a Super Bowl winner, the biggest factor in smothering New England’s offense, draft priorities and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

To close out Super Bowl week, Michael-Shawn and Christopher break down the latest Nick Emmanwori news, do a deep dive on the Dark Side defense versus Drake Maye and an explosive Patriots offense, and show some love to JSN for winning AP Offensive Player of the Year, adding to one of the best seasons in franchise history. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

]]After a few days at Super Bowl week, Michael-Shawn and Christopher go behind the scenes from opening night, radio row and Seahawks practice to discuss what it’s been like in the Bay Area as Seattle prepares for its biggest game of the season. Chris and Mike also discuss Klint Kubiak leaving for the Las Vegas Raiders, how losing the OC will affect the team and why so many people at the Super Bowl are confident the Seahawks will win the game. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

ESPN’s Mina Kimes joins the show to preview Super Bowl 60. Michael-Shawn, Christopher and Mina discuss how Seattle surprised the NFL and reached the Super Bowl; Sam Darnold’s growth from reclamation project to big-game performer; New England’s hot streak on defense; Seattle’s schematic excellence on defense; Drake Maye’s dominance downfield and more. Mina also gives her prediction on who will be crowned Super Bowl champs. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

To kick off Super Bowl week, Michael-Shawn and Christohper break down the key matchups between the Seahawks offense and the Patriots defense. Sam Darnold has been on fire in the playoffs, but so has New England’s defense. Who will have the upperhand Sunday? Chris and Mike dive into the details along with a look at Christian Gonzalez versus JSN, New England’s 3rd-down defense, the need for Seattle’s interior O-line to have a big day, Ken Walker III being an X-factor, red zone execution and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Patriots reporter Chad Graff of The Athletic joins the show to preview the Super Bowl. Chad breaks down how Mike Vrabel has changed the culture in New England; Drake Maye’s excellent regular season – and shaky postseason; the emergence of Kayshon Boutte as a deep threat; Stefon Diggs’ leadership; New England’s defensive dominance in the postseason; Christian Gonzalez as lockdown CB1 and more. Chad closes the show explaining why the Seahawks will win the Super Bowl. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.