Draft Blueprint w/ Danny Kelly (The Ringer)

In honor of Schedule Release Day, Michael-Shawn and Christopher break down the Seattle Seahawks’ 2026 slate and dive into why the Seahawks have a tough road ahead as they defend their Super Bowl title. Chris and Mike also deliver their season predictions – Chris has the Seahawks repeating as world champions while Mike has Seattle falling short in the NFC title 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.

The Seahawks selected eight players in the 2026 NFL Draft, headlined by Jadarian Price, Bud Clark, Julian Neal and Beau Stephens. Michael-Shawn and Christopher give their thoughts on the class and explain why the top four picks fit exactly what Mike Macdonald is looking for. Chris and Mike also answer listener questions and voicemails on the decision to draft Price, Seattle not addressing edge rusher, whether John Schneider panicked on draft weekend 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.

Michael-Shawn and Christopher react to the Seattle Seahawks using the 32nd pick in the 2026 NFL Draft on running back Jadarian Price out of Notre Dame. Chris and Mike agree that acquiring Price addresses a position of urgent need and makes the team better, but there’s an argument to be made about using such a high pick on a running back with other talented prospects on the board at more valuable positions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

NFL analyst Doug Farrar of Athlon Sports and SB Nation dives deep into 2026 draft prospects, starting with his love for defensive backs Chris Johnson and Colton Hood. Doug also discusses linebackers Kyle Louis and Jacob Rodriguez, his love for small-school defensive lineman Kaleb Proctor, T.J. Parker’s power off the edge, why running backs Mike Washington Jr. and Eli Heidenreich are intriguing options for Seattle 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.

Danny Kelly of The Ringer breaks down 2026 running back prospects for the Seahawks, led by Jadarian Price and Jonah Coleman. Danny also reveals why a CB like Avieon Terrell makes sense for Seattle in addition to prospects such as safeties A.J. Haulcy and Bud Clark, edge rushers Gabe Jacas and Derrick Moore and wide receiver De'Zhaun Stribling, among others. 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.

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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.