JUST IN: NEW COACH IN TOWN FOR THE SEAHAWKS………

What will happen to the Seattle Seahawks now that Mike Macdonald has joined from the Ravens?

It’s January 11, 2010. Following a 5-11 campaign, the Seattle Seahawks are searching for a new head coach. They require a catalyst to help them overcome this setback and achieve the kind of success they experienced when they made it to Super Bowl XL a few years ago. They require someone to revitalize their changing area and create a winning culture. That’s exactly what they would do. Pete Carroll, who was then the head coach of the University of Southern California—and a very successful one at that—was hired by the Seahawks.

And did they ever make the right choice.

After leading the club to an exciting 41-36 wildcard victory in his first season, which included the memorable Beastquake run by Marshawn Lynch and four touchdown throws from quarterback Matt Hasselbeck, Pete Carroll swiftly rose to fame in the city of Seattle.

This would only be a hint of things to come.

Let’s go back 14 seasons. The Hawks have only won one Super Bowl in their past two trips, and many players deserving of induction have come and gone. names like Lynch, Russell Wilson, and the entire Legion of Boom, to name a few. These are the faces and names that helped shape the current Seahawks roster. Carroll has bestowed these memories upon the 12s. These teams of Seahawks were successful.

Seattle’s youth movement has taken root in the building since leaving Carroll behind, and they have no intention of going back.

Mike Macdonald became the eighth head coach in Seahawks history on January 31st. As the defensive coordinator for the Ravens, Macdonald, who is moving across the nation, has had great success in the NFL. As the first defense in history to capture a triple crown in defensive metrics like sacks, takeaways, and points allowed per game, the 2023 Ravens had the best defense in the league.

What now? What does Emerald City football’s future hold in this regard? Yes, there is still much to be done, but things seem well for the future. Many are guessing that Macdonald was miles ahead of the race given the abundance of candidates on the board. He led the Ravens to the top of power rankings charts around the nation with his astute defensive play-calling.

The expectation for the Seahawks is that Macdonald can elevate this bottom-eight defensive team to new heights. Young talent abounds in Seattle, on both sides of the ball. Names like Devon Witherspoon, Boye Mafe, and Riq Woolen immediately spring to mind, especially on defense. For the next few years, player development will be crucial because the foundations have already been laid.

During his first news conference, Macdonald stated, “This is why we do what we do.” It concerns the players. The gamers are the ones that steer the bus as we work to create something really unique. They serve as the impetus for all we undertake.

Macdonald brings with him a completely new coaching staff, but supporters will have to wait until everything is confirmed. Although Macdonald intimated that he will continue directing plays for the defense, there are still openings at the offensive and defensive coordinator jobs.

He declared, “I’ll be calling the plays right now.” “I want to coach the football team because I’m the head coach in the end. At this moment, calling the plays is the greatest approach for us to win. We’ll adjust when it’s clear that someone else is prepared to go and we both have the same perspective. Having called plays as a coordinator for the past three seasons, Macdonald is well used to the role.

Given how frequently new head coaches do this in the NFL, it’s reasonable to predict that the Seahawks will likely sign a few free agent defenders who were previously with the Ravens after Macdonald. Patrick Queen, a linebacker, is a very notable player. He is anticipated to become a free agent this summer, and it’s feasible that he will join Jordyn Brooks in Seattle’s front seven and take Bobby Wagner’s spot—who is also set to become a free agent at the end of this season.

Justin Madubuike, a free agent from Baltimore, is another interior defensive lineman who might be a huge need for the Hawks. If Seattle keeps Madubuike around, he would be a perfect fit with Leonard Williams, who has been lacking in the trenches for a few seasons now. Madubuike just finished a stellar season with the Ravens, including 33 quarterback hits, 13 sacks, and a Pro Bowl selection.

Given that Madubuike was by no means the only player to have a great year in 2023, it is clear that Mike Macdonald was able to get the best out of his defenders this year. In the lengthy history of the NFL, the Baltimore Ravens defense made history by finishing top in the league in sacks (60), takeaways (31) and points allowed per game (16.5) all in the same season. It required many veterans to tie or set career highs.

The people of Seattle are welcoming Macdonald with open arms. In this instant, the Seahawks made the right hire, no matter what happens. It is not unusual for things to not work out at this level of competitiveness. It would be foolish to mistrust Macdonald, and his supporters ought to be eager to see where this train goes.