Field Gulls: for Seattle Seahawks fans

Jeff Rickard of WFNZ in Charlotte, NC joins me today to give us an inside look at the Carolina Panthers as they get set to take on the Seahawks at Lumen Field Sunday in Seattle. Jeff shares up-to-date intel and insight on this rebuilding Panthers squad. **Is first overall pick QB Bryce Young going to play? Or will it be the veteran Andy Dalton as Young deals with an ankle injury. **If Dalton, does he give Carolina a better chance to pull off a win? **What's the main issues plaguing the Panthers offense so far? **Defensively, how will Carolina account for the loss of their "spiritual leader" Shaq Thompson? **Will Brian Burns play? **How has former undrafted WSU LB Frankie Luvu developed into a budding star? All this and MUCH MORE...... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

The Seahawks SHOCKED the Lions Sunday at Ford Field, with a dramatic overtime win. SO many highlights and positives to come out of this one, and I'll react to them ALL! **How did Devon Witherspoon perform in his NFL debut? **How did the Seahawks offense respond with both their starting tackles out with injuries? **Could Dre'Mont Jones make an impact after a disappointing debut against the Rams? **Would Geno Smith bounce back from HIS poor week 1 performance? **Plus, a message for those fans who thought the Seahawks had "no chance" to win this one... and so much more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll provided some answers to key injury questions facing Seattle as they head to Detroit to take on the red-hot Lions on Sunday. **The latest on LT Charles Cross, can he return soon? **Is 41 year old Jason Peters able to fill Cross' shoes this Sunday after just one week of practice? **What Devon Witherspoon's debut might mean to the Seahawks defense.... and how did Jamal Adams look in his first practices back? SUBSCRIBE to the podcast so you never miss notifications of new episodes. SUPPORT the show and buy me a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

This week I'm joined by Chris Perfett of the Pride of Detroit podcast to break down this young, dynamic and up-coming Lions team. They're JUICED coming off their season-opening win over the defending Super Bowl champion Chiefs, and now they get to host the Seattle Seahawks in their home opener in front of a raucous, sold out crowd. Meanwhile, the Seahawks limp into week 2 with major injury concerns and question marks all around after their dismal performance in the second half of their opening-week 30-13 loss to the Rams. Chris gets us up to speed on which players to watch, and what the keys might be for the Lions as they take on the Seahawks Sunday at 10:00am PST. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Today I take on YOUR takes the morning after the Seahawks stunning 30-13 loss to the Rams in their season opener. **IS the sky falling, or was this just one bad game (or....bad half?) **Has the NFL passed Pete Carroll by? **Who's to blame for this performance? **Should we have seen this coming? **What now? Can it be fixed? All this and more! If you want to support the show, subscribe to get ad-free Spotify episodes for just 99 cents a month.... https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe OR.... buy me a coffee (or better yet a BEER!) https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

The Rams shocked the Seahawks today in Seattle, rolling them to the tune of a 30-13 win. Here's my RAPID REACTION including thoughts on.... **Did we overestimate this roster? **Is it a talent issue, or coaching? **Are the Rams better than we thought, or was this the ultimate flat performance? **Who's to blame? Which players were no-shows, and why was it so much worse in the second half? **Was this just one bad performance, or a bigger issue? **What now? Can this team turn it around in time to compete in Detroit vs. the Lions next week? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

He's a man of many hats and now Sean Salisbury can add another one; Seahawks Forever guest! The long time NFL QB and ESPN analyst, now talk radio host at Sports Talk 790 in Houston, and President of the PSF Pro Sports Fan app, shares his thoughts on a number of compelling topics: **His brief but life-changing time as a rookie QB with the Seahawks **His relationship and prevailing memories of the late, great John Clayton **Everything Seahawks fans need to know about the PSF app and how YOU can be a part of it! **His expectations for Geno Smith and the 2023 Seahawks Be sure to subscribe so you never miss any episodes, and if you want AD-FREE episodes, consider a monthly Spotify subscription for just 99 cents a month! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

For this one I'm joined by Jake Ellenbogen, who does such an outstanding job covering all things LA Rams, as the Seahawks get set to host their division rival at Lumen Field on Sunday. A lot of these Rams names may not be familiar to you, and they'll be without star WR Cooper Kupp for this week 1 matchup, but some of the things Jake says about this young LA roster may give you pause before you go chalking this up as an easy win for your Seahawks. Who steps up in Kupp's absence? Which version of Cam Akers can we expect? How healthy is Matt Stafford? Is it "Aaron Donald and 10 other dudes" or is there more to this Rams defense? How many games does Jake see the Rams winning (and for a bonus he gives us his Seahawks prediction also.) You may be in for a surprise. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

The Seahawks released their first depth chart of the regular season in advance of their opener against the Rams this Sunday. What does it tell us, and what questions still remain unanswered? My 5 takeaways in this episode of Seahawks Forever. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

The Seattle Seahawks pulled off a major coup on Wednesday, claiming rookie ILB Drake Thomas on waivers after he was released by the Raiders (who wanted him back BADLY). Did they just find their future starting middle linebacker? One scouting source I talk to thinks so, and I'll share his report on Thomas in this episode. Also.... the Seahawks filled out their 16-player practice squad. What do I like about it, and what do I think is still missing? Plus, the latest on Seahawks injuries and how the roster may change yet again before they play the Rams in week 1. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Surprises? Upsets? Shockers? Who's in and who's out for the Seahawks as they set their official 53-man roster..... for now. Much can change between now and tomorrow but I'll share my immediate thoughts to the group we see on the teams roster today. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Brian Nemhauser of HawkBlogger and Real Hawk Talk fame joins me to provide his insight into the Seahawks roster as the team gets set to pare down from 90 players to 53 on Tuesday. So many nuggets from Brian! **Who's his pick to grab that final WR spot? **An upset at OLB/EDGE! A big(ish) name gets cut! **Concerns along the defensive line, is a big trade coming? **Clarity finally coming at the CB position **Could the Seahawks win with Drew Lock? **How much (if any) ground has Seattle made up on the 49ers? And much more!!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

The Seahawks finish the preseason 2-1 after losing to Green Bay at Lambeau Field today 19-15. I'll give you my immediate thoughts on the game, most notably which young players made statements in their efforts to earn a roster spot before the cut to 53 on Tuesday. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

It's roster projection time! Days before the Seahawks final preseason game in Green Bay I give you my best guess as to how I think they'll set their roster, sprinkled in with a little of what I think they SHOULD do. But wait, there's more! Adam Emmert, co-host of the SeaHawkers Pod, will join me to give me his thoughts on what I've proposed as he sees my list for the first time. **Where does he agree, disagree with me? **What are the biggest problem areas on the roster, and do the Seahawks need to look outside the organization to bring in reinforcements? **How does the injury to Jaxon Smith-Njigba affect the WR room? **Which UDFA's make the cut, and how many? **A long-time veteran who may be in jeopardy of missing the final cut. And more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Seahawks standout rookie WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba has a broken wrist and is having surgery on it today. Details will be more clear once the procedure has been completed but in the meantime.... **What are the worst and best-case scenarios? Doctors weigh in, and the range is WIDE. **Who steps up on the current roster? **If the Seahawks pursue another WR from outside the roster, who might be able to help? SUBSCRIBE to the show so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

I'll break down each position group and how they performed in the Seahawks 22-14 preseason win over the Cowboys, highlight the 3 individual players that shined the brightest, and unveil some big personal (yet Seahawks-related) news at the end! Go Hawks! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

On the eve of the Seattle Seahawks second preseason game vs. Dallas, I share my thoughts on where the roster stands as we head into the final few weeks before the start of the regular campaign. **Which position groups are "set" **Which positions make me want to see more **Which position group still concerns me, greatly (I'm sure you can guess). Plus a teaser for a big announcement coming next week! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Sanjit T. from The Football Scout YouTube channel brings his expert analysis of the Seahawks offensive line to the show today **Charles Cross and Abe Lucas one of the top OT tandems in the league? **Lucas about to be a STAR? **Damien Lewis about to get PAID? **Who's the leader in the center battle right now? **Assessing the O-line's depth, or lack of it. **And a surprising UDFA Sanjit thinks can be a factor in the future. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Brian North of WCTI-TV in Greenville NC might know Seahawks backup QB Holton Ahlers as well as anyone. He covered him as a sportscaster all through his high school and college careers. Brian joins me on the show to give us an inside look at who Ahlers is, how he's wired, and whether or not he has a chance to succeed as an NFL QB. Is Ahlers the best developmental QB the Seahawks have had under Pete Carroll and John Schneider? Listen in to find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Who stood out in the Seahawks 24-17 win over the Vikings in their first preseason game? Almost too many to list, but I'll do my best! **Young defenders making an impact **Playmakers standing out on offense **The quarterbacks!!! And much more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Our good friend Matty Brown from Seattle Overload Podcast joins the show today to do what he does best, break down what the Seahawks are doing on defense from a schematic standpoint: **Are the pieces in place to improve the run defense that struggled so badly in 2022? **Matty has poured through tape from the Seahawks mock game and training camp, what clues has he found that there are changes to Seattle's defensive attack? **Jarran Reed is at the center of it all, hows' he looking? **Did any of the young D-linemen or EDGE players show out in the mock game? **Matty chimes in on the debate of whether first-round pick Devon Witherspoon is being "wasted" by playing him at slot CB. **And much more!!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

The Seahawks depth chart is out! My initial thoughts include: **Surprises at ILB and WR **Is one of the Seahawks "big 3" TE's in jeopardy of being cut? **Shifting in the secondary **A starting center appears to have been chosen... I break it ALL down!! Listen in! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

NFL analyst, podcaster, and former NFL QB Ryan Leaf joins me today to share his thoughts on a number of Seahawk-related topics: **What impresses him the most about Geno Smith, and where he ranks on his list of the NFL's top signal-callers **What it's like to be surrounded by so much offensive talent (like he was back at Washington St!) **Where do the Seahawks fit in the NFL playoff picture? **And Ryan reflects back on those precious few months he spent in camp with the Seahawks before he retired from the NFL. **And much more!! SUBSCRIBE to the podcast so you don't ever miss episodes like this one! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

The Seahawks played an organized "mock game" at Lumen Field Thursday, and I share some of my observations: **Who "flashed" and stood out in the game? **My overall "big picture" impressions **News of the day and how it impacts the roster (Eskridge, McIntosh, Taylor.....) And a BIG announcement about an upcoming guest!!!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Seahawks beat reporter Corbin Smith joins me IN PERSON to share his thoughts on what he's seen up close from the practice fields at the VMAC during the first week of training camp. **Eye-opening performances during the first two padded practices **Who's been the leader up front for the Seahawks on defense so far? **Rookies making waves **The latest injury updates - some good news, and one mystery **Eskridge continues to shine **A new leader emerges at backup ILB And much more!!!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

I'm excited to welcome Hawks Nest host Brandon Cain to the show to get his thoughts on what he's seen and heard so from from Seattle Seahawks training camp: **The move of Jarran Reed to nose tackle and how that impacts the defensive line. **Is the Reed move an indictment of rookie Cam Young and his ability to contribute right away? **How does it affect the DE position, and do the Seahawks still need to ADD players to the defensive line? **How concerned is Brandon with the injuries to RB's Zach Charbonnet and Kenneth Walker? Is Kenny McIntosh ready to shoulder the load? **Who/What has stood out to him the most in camp so far? **We talk SCHEME! Changes to the defensive attack and how he sees those playing out. **What's he seeing from Bobby Wagner in his return to Seattle? And believe it or not MUCH MORE! We cover a lot of ground here, I hope you enjoy! Follow me on Twitter @SeahawksForever Subscribe to the YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg Subscribe to the show on Spotify, and for .99 a month you can access AD-FREE episodes! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Pete Carroll had some SURPRISE news for us following the Seahawks first training camp practice of the season. **Who stood out? **Injury updates on a couple defensive stars **BIG NEWS concerning the nose tackle position! And much more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

While big-name running backs around the league are seeking trades and threatening to hold out because they feel they're undervalued financially, the Seahawks have stacked their RB room with young, dynamic, cheap talent. Are they now the envy of the league? Have they set themselves up for long term success both physically and financially at that position with their recent draft approach? Are they better-situated than any other NFL team right now at the RB position? Hear my thoughts in this special audio-only episode of the show. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

RAPID REACTION to the big news. OLB Uchenna Nwosu is locked up through the 2026 season now after inking a HUGE 3-year deal with the Seahawks. I'll give you all the details, how much he signed for, how it impacts the unsigned draft picks and the rest of the roster..... and what it means for the FUTURE of the Seahawks. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

My old Field Gulls cohorts join me for a pre-camp preview **Who/what are they MOST EXCITED to see in camp? **Who/what CONCERNS them the most at this point? **Which THROWBACK JERSEY are they buying first? **Which player could the Seahawks LEAST afford to lose to preseason injury? **State of the Union, where does this roster stand now after all the Russell Wilson dust has settled. And so much more!!!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Clinton Bonner, one of the hosts of the outstanding SeaHawkers Podcast joins the show: How does an east coast kid fall in love with the Seahawks, and why did yesterday's throwback uniform reveal hit him in the feels? Players to watch on both sides of the ball as camp opens up. Is this team ready to handle the expectations? What's Geno Smith's ceiling in year 2? Is week 1 a "must win" game already? And so much more!!!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

The day we've been waiting for has finally arrived! The Seahawks pulled the covers back (literally) on their classic-era throwback uniforms today. The uniforms are cool, but the way the team handled the entire announcement was even more RAD! My complete thoughts on the process and the result! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Bill and Keith join me once again as we answer some questions and play a game of True or False on the verge of the opening of Seahawks training camp. Will Jamal Adams be in the starting lineup week 1? Which players are we most looking forward to watching in the preseason? Who's being overlooked/not talked about as much as they should? Offense, Defense, Sleepers, Trade candidates, and much more!! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

National Radio Host and Program Director (and my former mentor) Jeff Rickard, formerly of ESPN and SiriusXM, now steering the ship at WFNZ in Charlotte, NC, joins the show. **Jeff gives his thoughts on the Carolina Panthers, Seattle's week 3 opponent. Are they the best team in the NFC South? Is Bryce Young the week 1 starter? **From a national perspective, how does Jeff see the Seahawks as potential contenders in the NFC, and where does Pete Carroll rank among NFL coaches? **As a long-time Denver native, Jeff has a unique perspective on what he expects from Russell Wilson this year. **Favorite memories from covering the Seahawks many years ago when he was Sports Director at KEPR-TV (CBS) in Pasco, WA. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

With Seahawks training camp now just days away, I unveil my pre-camp 53-man roster projection. Any surprises? Curveballs? Do any of the UDFA's make the team? Listen now to find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Former Seahawks player, coach, and long-time radio analyst Paul Moyer joins me for an in-depth conversation spanning his stellar playing career, his time as a DB coach for Chuck Knox and Tom Flores, and his thoughts on this young Seahawks roster: Is this secondary as TALENTED as the LOB? What makes Pete Carroll's positive approach work so well? Reflections on his first training camp, trying to make the roster after going undrafted for 12 rounds. What's made the Seahawks so good at cultivating UDFA's as a resource? The value of running backs - Moyer saw it up close in 1983 with Curt Warner, where does he stand on the current debate about positional value? THROWBACK UNIFORMS! What's got Paul so excited about it? Realistic expectations for the 2023 Seahawks. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Mikaela and Kate join the show to discuss, among other things.... The rising weight of expectations for Geno Smith and the Seahawks offense How much longer with Pete Carroll coach? Are the Seahawks now and offense-first team?! Win predictions for 2023 But also..... they open up about their experiences in podcast and social media, and the prominence of women in the Seahawks fan base. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Have you heard? The Seahawks are trying to trade for Aaron Donald and Chase Young?! They've been connected with other big-name free agents and are working towards signing them too! No.... they're not. Where do these rumors come from? How do they start and take on a life of their own? I'll explore this phenomenon. And then I'll give you my list of 3 Things The Seahawks Will NOT Do Before Training Camp, despite what you might hear or read. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Michael Thompson of 12th Man Rising is back on the show to discuss a recent piece he wrote on the Seahawks offense - and he focused on the viability of a Geno Smith MVP campaign: Can the offense around Geno be elite? Is Shane Waldron the key to it all - and will this be HIS final season in Seattle? How does the schedule work in Geno's favor? What's the ceiling for this offense? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

We're all still concerned about the Seahawks lack of proven depth at the nose tackle position, right? I've scoured through every team's depth chart to identify possible solutions, including: Veteran free agents still avaiable Vets on other rosters with uphill battles to make their team Young guys who may not make the final cut to 53 Roster crunches on teams who have an abundance of NT talent One particular player with local ties who just might fit the bill --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Bob Condotta of the Seattle Times joins me to give his first-person account of what he's seen so far from this young Seattle Seahawks roster through OTA's and their recent Mandatory minicamp. Among the topics discussed, Bob has some intriguing thoughts on which young Seahawks player stood out to him the most, why the team might not be done adding talent at the nose tackle position, and how much longer he thinks Pete Carroll may stick around as coach. SO MUCH MORE, so be sure and stay for the entire discussion. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

The Seahawks full-squad mandatory minicamp is now in the books. With just over a month left until the opening of training camp, I give you my Top 5 Seahawks minicamp storylines! Plus, a major announcement of a "big fish" upcoming guest. And..... should we be worried about the Arizona Cardinals? A viral video showing their GM working a draft-day trade may give us that answer. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message