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In a special HawksZone Rundown Live Show, host Bryce Coutts teamed up with Griffin Sturgeon (aka cmikesspinmove) of the Seattle Overload Podcast to dive into the Seattle Seahawks’ NFL Combine strategy. The duo dissected comments from General Manager John Schneider and Head Coach Mike Macdonald’s press conferences, highlighted a few prospects to watch, and wrapped up with two mock drafts offering different visions for the team.
John Schneider and Mike Macdonald press conference takeaways (2:17)
Coutts and Sturgeon kicked things off by breaking down the Seahawks’ leadership insights from the Combine presser. Schneider suggested a focus on the offensive line but cautioned against free-agency overreach, leading Coutts to wonder if the draft remains the priority. Sturgeon honed in on Macdonald’s strong backing of quarterback Geno Smith and wide receiver DK Metcalf for 2025, plus hints of a bigger role for Metcalf under new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak. Both praised Macdonald’s decisive streak—like parting with Ryan Grubb—but speculated about a potential future quarterback move.
8 prospects to watch at the Combine (13:50)
The pair spotlighted a handful of Combine prospects, including Quinn Ewers, Tyler Warren, Malaki Starks, Carson Schwesinger, Jalen Royals, Donovan Jackson, and Kenneth Grant as names to watch for the Seahawks. These picks hint at Seattle’s needs, but you’ll have to tune into the show to catch the rest of their lists and the reasoning behind them.
Two Seahawks seven-round mock drafts to close the show (53:00)
To wrap up, Coutts and Sturgeon completed two mock drafts, which had various results based on how the board fell, projecting Seattle’s first-round pick at No. 18 (no trades assumed). Their differing approaches showcased potential paths—offensive investment versus defensive reinforcement—sparking debate about the team’s direction, with free agency noted as a possible game-changer.
Here’s a teaser of one of those mock drafts:
Round 1, Pick 18: Malaki Starks, S, Georgia
Round 2, Pick 50: Donovan Jackson, OL, Ohio State
Round 3, Pick 82: Mason Taylor, TE, LSU
Round 4, Pick 137: Damien Martinez, RB, Miami
Round 5, Pick 173: Quinn Ewers, QB, Texas
Final Takeaway
This episode of The HawksZone Rundown Combine Preview offered a concise, lively look at the Seahawks’ offseason roadmap. Schneider and Macdonald’s presser set the stage, the prospects—Ewers, Warren, Starks, and Grant—teased Combine intrigue, and the mock drafts fueled excitement. Sturgeon’s guest spot added depth, making this a must-watch for Seahawks fans. Catch the full episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube for the whole breakdown!
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