One Big Thing & Seahawks vs. Steelers Preview w/ Mike DeFabo

After watching the tape, Michael-Shawn and Christopher detail their “One Big Thing” from the Seahawks’ 17-13 loss to the 49ers. Chris breaks down several plays where Seattle needed more from Sam Darnold. Mike critiques Seattle’s offense for not running the ball well or using play-action. Also, Steelers beat writer Mike DeFabo previews Seattle’s trip to Pittsburgh with a look at the Aaron Rodgers-led offense, DK’s usage, Pittsburgh’s leaky O-line, Jalen Ramsey vs Seattle’s pass catchers and more!Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]!

The Seahawks fell short in Week 1 against the 49ers, 17-13. Michael-Shawn and Christopher break down what went wrong, starting with the offense’s substandard run game, lack of firepower in the passing game and Riq Woolen’s late-game miscues. Chris and Mike also react to listener voicemails and questions about the non-JSN wideouts, why Seattle’s offense had no juice, getting Tory Horton and the TEs involved, why San Francisco had a coaching advantage, whether to be pessimistic or optimistic after the opener and more! Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]!

Ahead of the Seahawks’ season opener, Michael-Shawn and Christopher respond to voicemail and listener questions on Ken Walker and the running game; extensions for the ‘22 draft class; Week 1 strengths/weaknesses; in-season trade potential; roster sleepers; what it’ll take for Seattle to garner national attention and more. Also, Grant Cohn of On SI previews 49er-Seahawks with a deep dive into Kyle Shanahan having something to prove in Year 9, the 49ers’ new-look defense under Robert Saleh, Deommodore Lenoir vs. JSN, expectations for Brock Purdy, why the 49ers will win on Sunday and much more!

Following the Seahawks’ preseason finale, Michael-Shawn and Christopher break down Jalen Milroe’s game against the Packers and what it says about his status on the QB depth chart. Chris and Mike also answer listener voicemails and questions about Seattle’s defensive scheme, players on the roster bubble, the 2025 regular season outlook, takeaways from joint practice, Jake Bobo’s punt returns, Christian Haynes’ future, Ty Okada’s big day and more! Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]!

The Seattle Seahawks debuted their new offense with Sam Darnold and the rest of the starters in a 33-16 preseason win over the Chiefs. Michael-Shawn and Christopher break down Seattle’s performance with an emphasis on the new-look run game; the offensive line seemingly being transformed under the new coaching staff; Jake Bobo’s big night; the lack of a downfield passing game; MVS vs. Tory Horton; the potential of Seattle’s pass rush; concerns on special teams and more! Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]!

Seattle unveiled Klint Kubiak’s new offense it its 23-23 tie against the Raiders to open the preseason. Michael-Shawn and Christopher break down the game, highlighting Pete Carroll’s return to Lumen Field; Kubiak’s offensive identity shining through thanks in part to Robbie Ouzts; Jalen Milroe’s first taste of action; Mike Macdonald’s defense causing problems; Anthony Bradford winning the right guard job; depth in the secondary and more! Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]!

With over a week of training camp practices in the books, Michael-Shawn and Christopher discuss early impressions from Seahawks practice. Addressing listener questions via voicemail and social media, Chris and Mike dive into the ways Klint Kubiak’s scheme will help the offensive line; the early outlook for the 2025 draft class; Tory Horton’s athleticism; playing to the strengths of Kupp and JSN; John Schneider’s contract extension; potentially trading for Micah Parsons and more! Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]!

As training camp begins, Michael-Shawn and Christopher discuss the Seahawks' decision to release Noah Fant and what it means for the tight end room; Why all eyes will be on Sam Darnold, JSN, Riq Woolen and Boye Mafe this season; Whether JSN is a WR1 and a top-10 receiver; Who may be the Seahawks' next stars; Potential paydays and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]!

Michael-Shawn and Christopher wrap up the offseason answering Seahawks questions from listeners submitted via voicemail and IG/Twitter on several topics including: Mike Macdonald having the No. 1 defense in 2025, contract extensions for key young pieces, the state of the O-line, players they’re excited to watch, reasons to be optimistic about the upcoming season, whether Seattle can win the NFC West, vocal leaders, team chemistry, Jalen Milroe’s ceiling and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]!

Michael-Shawn and Christopher recap Seahawks OTAs with a rundown of Sam Darnold’s encouraging week of practice, why there’s good reason to be optimistic about the secondary, Cooper Kupp and Jaxon Smith-Smith working together and more. Chris and Mike also answer listener questions and voicemails on the offensive line, top-10 Seahawks of all-time, the defense taking the next step in 2025 and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email [email protected]!