Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald discussed the team's journey to becoming a championship contender. (0:57) Macdonald emphasized the importance of becoming a "championship team" rather than focusing on external expectations. (2:01) He highlighted the successful hiring of Offensive Coordinator Klint Kubiak and the resurgence of quarterback Sam Darnold. (3:17) Macdonald praised owner Jody Allen's support and General Manager John Schneider's expertise. (5:36) He also discussed the impact of wide receiver Cooper Kupp (7:38) and the team's defensive improvements. (10:20) Macdonald attributed the Seahawks' success to player adjustments, relentless attitude, and strong offseason preparation. (11:25) He emphasized the importance of being "loose and focused" during Super Bowl week (6:43) and praised the Seahawks fans for their support throughout the season. (12:41)

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Head Coach Mike Macdonald On What It Took To Become A Championship Caliber Team

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The Seattle Seahawks introduced Brian Fleury as their new offensive coordinator. Head Coach Mike Macdonald highlighted Fleury's alignment with the team's philosophy and culture. Fleury, coming from the San Francisco 49ers, emphasized continuity and his vision for an aggressive, fast, and violent offense. He discussed his diverse coaching background, including defensive experience, and how it shapes his offensive approach. Fleury plans to maintain much of last year's successful offense while supplementing it with new ideas. The Seahawks are still finalizing their coaching staff, with some roles evolving. Fleury expressed excitement about working with the talented roster and praised the visible culture on game film. Macdonald emphasized the importance of the process in selecting Fleury and expressed confidence in his ability to lead the offense.

Brian Fleury: "We're Going To Be Fast, Violent & Aggressive In Every Way We Possibly Can" 

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Head Coach Mike Macdonald discusses the Seahawks' preparation for Super Bowl LX against the Patriots. He emphasizes the team's "loose and focused" culture, praising quarterback Sam Darnold's resilience (0:20) and the defensive line's impact (12:34). Macdonald highlights rookie Nick Emmanwori's leadership (15:27) and Josh Jobe's journey from practice squad to starter (17:08). He also addresses game planning challenges (8:01) and the importance of maintaining normal routines despite the Super Bowl atmosphere (14:02). Macdonald stresses the team's ability to win in different ways and their confidence going into any matchup. He mentions the contributions of players like DeMarcus Lawrence and Michael Dickson, and discusses the team's approach to defensive strategies against the Patriots' quarterback.

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Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold reflects on his journey to the Super Bowl, emphasizing the importance of self-belief and learning from early career mistakes (0:11). He discusses the value of Cooper Kupp's veteran presence (2:38) and the strong chemistry within the team, particularly with the offensive line (15:19). Darnold highlights the Seahawks' defensive prowess (8:11) and the challenges posed by the Patriots' defense in the upcoming game (17:42). He also mentions his improved decision-making and the benefit of having a strong defense behind him (9:34). Throughout the interview, Darnold stresses the importance of maintaining routines and staying relaxed during Super Bowl week (6:07). He credits Drew Lock for his contributions to the quarterback room (5:16) and speaks about the resurgence of their run game (7:08). Darnold also shares his experiences with Frank Gore and how he learned to handle mistakes more positively (12:38).

Sam Darnold: "All Of The Hard Work And Dedication Leads To This Moment" 

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Head Coach Mike Macdonald On What It Took To Become A Championship Caliber Team

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