Seahawks Coverage of Day 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft (w/Earl Thomas interview)
Release Date: 04/28/2025
Seahawks Sign Dante Fowler, ‘Hot Take Court’ Debuts
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The Seahawks have signed Dante Fowler Jr. to a one-year deal worth up to $5 million. We talk about the fit, value and expectations for a veteran replacement for Boye Mafe after the team avoided drafting the position. How does he stack up to some of the other veterans Mike Macdonald has maximized during his time in Seattle and with Baltimore, and we define “success” as steady rotational snaps with modest sack production. We take a look at some recent news stories with Rams pass rusher Jared Verse story praising Seattle’s offensive line cohesion, and review an SB Nation item quoting...
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Thomas Rawls Breaks Down Seahawks 1st Rounder Jadarian Price
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With the Seahawks taking a running back with their first pick of the 2026 NFL Draft, we welcome Thomas Rawls back to the show to discuss Jadarian Price and what translates from college to the NFL. From pass protection and processing defensive tendencies, to winning small “crease” moments with technique and decisiveness Rawls explains why backs struggle in pass pro, why closing space matters, and how great runners adjust on the fly. He evaluates Price’s film traits—pressing the line, jump cuts, getting back north, falling forward, and blending explosiveness with consistent one-cut...
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Seahawks Draft Spotlight: Beau Stephens Set to Replace Bradford?
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As we look back to the Seattle Seahawks 2026 draft, we chracterize it as “responsible” for going out and meeting some of the biggest needs early on in the draft. Fifth-round guard Beau Stephens from Iowa, who finished second in a fan poll behind running back Jadarion Price, is a player who fans are particularly excited about. We take a look back at Stephens’ background along with his Joe Moore Award, the team's willingness to trade future capital to move up for him, and traits pulled from a long-form Iowa interview. Stephans has an intense, self-critical mindset, a preference for...
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Seahawks Reload for Super Bowl Repeat: 2026 Draft Recap
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The Seattle Seahawks 2026 draft class gets the full recap after covering the draft from the road. From three picks at or near their original selection on Day 1 & 2 to a chaotic Day 3 trade spree that doubled this year's pick total. We talk about John Schneider’s “targeted” plan and clear themes: needs-based selections, versatile and physical defenders, and guys that have a clear Seahawks mentality. The top picks get the spotlight: Notre Dame running back Jadarian Price, TCU safety Bud Clark as a favorite for his ball skills and swagger, and Arkansas CB Julian Neal as a press-minded,...
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ACL to Seahawks Super Bowl Hero: Rylie Mills Draft Day Exclusive Interview
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Super Bowl Champions Rylie Mills and Shemar Jean-Charles joined us live from the draft party at the Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort to talk about their NFL journeys since draft day. Mills went from a torn ACL at Notre Dame to an unforgettable Super Bowl moment. They discuss handling adversity with support systems and faith, staying ready amid roster turnover, and maintaining a constant compete mentality regardless of starting status. The conversation highlights lessons learned from veteran teammates on the defensive line, the emotion of the Super Bowl, and the technical demands of a Mike...
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Seahawks Day 1 Draft Reaction: Jadarian Price Pick and NFC West Rivals Under Fire
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Before Day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft kicks off, we are recapping Seattle’s first-round selection of running back Jadarian Price. What happened to the idea of trading down and trying to get more picks in a draft where the Seahawks only had four? Now, with only three picks left, should Seattle still trade back for more volume or package picks to move up and improve hit rates? Will this be a need-based draft where the Seahawks look to cornerback and safety? Or will they focus on the talent availalbe on offensive or defensive line? We also look back at Day 1 to critique our NFC West rivals,...
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Alabama's Perfect Defensive Line Prospect for the Seahawks
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We're swinging our draft lens to Tuscaloosa do discuss which Alabama prospects fit the Seahawks roster and scheme. Brent Taylor of Roll 'Bama Roll, who followed his Shaun Alexander fandom to Seattle, talks about his perspective on the departure of Kenneth Walker. We revisit last year's discussion about Jalen Milroe and Robbie Ouzts before shifting to this year's Alabama draft class. We start with a look at wide receiver Germie Bernard as a potential third-round "Swiss Army knife” who wins from the slot or outside, contributes on special teams and rarely drops passes. On the offensive line,...
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Penn State Draft Prospects: Inside Look with Jay Paterno
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As the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, former Penn State coach Jay Paterno joins the show to discuss the talent heading to the NFL from his alma mater. With a wealth of coaching experience, Jay shares insights on the standout players, including running backs Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen. Defensive end Dani Dennis-Sutton could be a name to watch on the defensive side of the ball for the Seahawks. We also explore the challenges of translating college talent into NFL success, the impact of NIL deals on player decisions, and the evolution of college football in this new era. Jay also reflects on...
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The Best Guard Fits for the Seahawks in the 2026 NFL Draft
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Will the Seahawks go back to back years selecting a guard in the first round? We've got NFL Draft Analyst Joe DeLeone from Best Pod Available, on with us discussing who are great Guard fits for our Seattle Seahawks in Rounds 1, 2, and 3 + a few late round flyers he thinks have the athleticism to help our Seahawks. We also dive into the CB, DT, and WR class as Joe drops plenty of names he thinks are undervalued heading into the 2026 draft! Subscribe to Joe's channel @BestPodAvailable on YouTube! Support the show Get in the Flock! Visit Or visit our website for Subscribe via: | | | |...
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Earl Thomas on Riq vs. Coby: Who Gets Missed More?
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A Super Bowl champion and Seahawks legend returns to break down what it takes to defend a title. From handling expectations and contract pressure to maintaining the mission over BS mentality through offseason. One difficult aspect of repeating is maintaining a championship roster, but which loss is tougher to replace between Coby Bryant and Tariq Woolen? Earl talks about the aspects of Bryant’s game thare are most difficult to re-produce from his range on the field to his footwork and turnover production. Looking ahead to the 2026 draft, Earl has his eye on linebacker depth being an...
info_outlineDay 1 of the 2025 NFL Draft from the Clearwater Casino in Washington - the audio has been enhanced from the live broadcast on Thursday, April 24. We cover all the picks leading up to the Seahawks pick of Grey Zabel with the 18th overall pick and talk about the needs of the team and some of the other players we're watching for in the draft.
Earl Thomas was recognized for his career achievements during the draft part and he came on to talk about what the award means to him, what the city of Seattle means to him and his wait for the call into the Hall of Fame. Earl's passes up on calling for a University of Texas prospect to come to the Seahawks and instead calls for Texas native Jalen Milroe.
Kid Sensation, Maharaji, and Attitude Adjuster of the Emerald City Posse join the show following a live performance at the draft party. Mae Milloy, mother of Seahawks legend Lawyer Milloy, stops by to talk about what the moment is like for a parent on draft day. Sharon Smith-Mitchell of the South Sound Sea Hawkers talks about her work with the booster club and the efforts to get Earl Thomas into the Hall of Fame. We also get to hear thoughts from some members of the flock: Lisa, Amy and Jason.
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