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 sales@bluewirepods.com!

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 sales@bluewirepods.com!

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 sales@bluewirepods.com!

Following the release of the 2025 schedule, Michael-Shawn and Christopher discuss the difficulty of Seattle’s regular season slate and what that’ll mean for the year. Chris and Mike also answer voicemails and listener questions on reasons to be optimistic about Sam Darnold, rookies to be excited about, Jalen Milroe’s chances of a 2012 repeat, whether the defense will improve in 2025, JSN and Kupp usage, how Seattle stacks up in the NFC West, potential breakout players and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Danny Kelly of The Ringer joins the show and explains why he’s high on the Seahawks’ 2025 draft class. Danny breaks down Grey Zabel’s potential impact on Seattle’s O-line (4:38), Nick Emmanwori’s upside in the secondary (13:32), Elijah Arroyo’s future as a high-level pass catcher (23:40), all the reasons to gamble on Jalen Milroe’s development and more (30:04). Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Michael-Shawn and Christopher break down the Seahawks’ 2025 Draft class, starting with overall takeaways on the offense-heavy group. Chris and Mike also dive into the Grey Zabel selection (17:32), where to play Nick Emmanwori (27:57), Elijah Arroyo’s impact on the TE room (41:12) and all things Jalen Milroe (56:36). They also answer listener questions and voicemails on not drafting a center, the state of the O-line, what’s next at corner, Seattle acquiring high-level athletes, underrated picks, scheme fits and more. Feel free to call the show and leave a voicemail, 206-705-3821! Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Senior writer Nick Baumgardner of The Athletic makes his annual visit to preview the trenches in the upcoming draft. Nick discusses the strength of the 2025 class up front (3:00), the best-available OL/DL for Seattle with the 18th pick (6:04), Grey Zabel’s potential as a center (11:07), Jared Wilson and the Georgia O-line (15:38), James Pearce Jr. atop the class of edge rushers (25:00), Donovan Ezeiruaku, Derrick Harmon headlining a deep interior DL group (32:40) and more! Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Michael-Shawn and Christopher address listener questions and voicemails about the Seahawks’ 2025 NFL Draft outlook. Chris and Mike discuss whether the Seahawks need to acquire a Taysom Hill-style gadget player, ideal targets for the 18th overall pick, Tetairoa McMillan and the WR class, Jalen Milroe and other QB options, potentially trading back and more. Got something you want addressed on the show? Call our new voicemail line at 206-705-3821, say your name/location and leave us a message! Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

On SI college football and NFL analyst Kyron Samuels discusses the 2025 NFL Draft prospects who “are what they look like” at their positions – aka the Best Players Available in this class. Ky’s list features: Alabama OG Tyler Booker (5:13), Missouri OT Armand Membou (9:09), Penn State TE Tyler Warren (16:39), Michigan TE Colston Loveland (22:22), Boise State RB Ashton Jeanty (26:31), Alabama LB Jihaad Campbell (33:00), Texas S Andrew Mukuba (39:50), Texas A&M Edge Shemar Stewart (44:30), Michigan CB Will Johnson (49:49) and Colorado CB/WR Travis Hunter(63:00). Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

ow that the Seahawks appear to be done making moves, Michael-Shawn and Christopher discuss where Seattle’s roster stands after free agency. Chris explains why he’s optimistic for the season; Mike has questions about what Seattle’s plan was for improving the roster. Mike & Chris also answer listener questions on DK expressing his feelings, Seattle potentially making a splashy trade before the draft, scheming up a better OL, John Schneider’s future and more! I nterested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com!

Mike Dugar and Christopher react to the first wave of free agency!

The Seahawks traded Geno Smith to the Las Vegas Raiders, do they have a plan moving forward?

Derrik Klassen joins Mike Dugar and Christopher Kidd to talk Seahawks, F/A & the NFL Draft.

Following John Schneider’s first offseason address, Michael-Shawn and Christopher discuss the Seahawks GM’s team-building philosophy and approach to addressing Seattle’s deficiencies. Chris and Mike also answer listener questions on the offensive line, building through the draft, Schneider’s view of Geno Smith, free agent targets, DK Metcalf and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael-Shawn and Christopher answer listener questions on the Seahawks’ defense. They discuss Seattle potentially improving its secondary this offseason, whether the team should try and trade for Myles Garrett, bolstering the pass rush unit, free agent options, re-signing Jarran Reed, Riq Woolen’s future, draft targets with the 18th overall pick and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Seahawks have hired Klint Kubiak as their offensive coordinator. Michael-Shawn and Christopher react to the decision and discuss why it makes sense for Seattle, and also why there are some reasons to have questions and concerns. The Athletic’s Ted Nguyen also joins the show to break down Kubiak’s offensive philosophy, the main characteristics of the scheme and the ways he can get the most out of Seattle’s offensive talent. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael-Shawn and Christopher discuss what the Seahawks can learn from this year’s successful playoff teams, including the rival Rams. Chris and Mike also answer listener questions on John Schneider’s O-line strategy, whether the Seahawks need to spend big up front on someone like Trey Smith, the likelihood Geno Smith is the quarterback in 2025, DK Metcalf’s usage, hiring from the Shanahan/McVay trees, offseason predictions and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the Seahawks officially start their offseason, Michael-Shawn and Christopher react to the news of Ryan Grubb’s firing and look ahead to what’s next for Mike Macdonald. Chris and Mike also answer listener questions on offseason philosophy, whether the 2024 season was a success, whether Geno Smith will get an extension, reasons for optimism, a potential missed opportunity to hit the reset button and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the Seahawks’ 2024 season coming to an end, Michael-Shawn and Christopher discuss the state of the team and answer listener questions on Mike Macdonald’s debut season, front office expectations, John Schneider, contract situations regarding Geno Smith, DK Metcalf and the 2022 draft class, a free agency lookahead, Ryan Grubb’s future and more. Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Michael-Shawn and Christopher recap the Seahawks’ ugliest win the of the season – a 6-3 victory over the Bears to keep playoff hopes alive. Chris and Mike break down Seattle’s path to the playoffs and whether the team can make noise if it makes the dance. They also answer listener questions on Ryan Grubb’s play calling, the defense beating up on Caleb Williams and offseason scenarios regarding DK Metcalf, Geno Smith, Riq Woolen, Ken Walker III, the offensive line and more.  Interested in advertising on this podcast? Email sales@bluewirepods.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices