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All Rights Reserved.Sat, 15 Jun 2019 08:00:00 GMTWed, 25 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMTFootballBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/8b5520b6-c6cd-4995-ac7c-672a09b84906_hawksplaybook__itunesart.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybookA podcast discussing the latest news and happenings around the Seattle Seahawks, from the staff at 12thManRising.com.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.comseattle seahawks nflHawks PlaybooknoA podcast discussing the latest news and happenings around the Seattle Seahawks, from the staff at 12thManRising.com.episodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/10/25/seahawks-in-a-new-york-state-of-mindFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/10/25/seahawks-in-a-new-york-state-of-mind/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/10/25/seahawks-in-a-new-york-state-of-mindWed, 25 Oct 2017 00:00:00 GMTSeahawks in a New York State of MindHawks Playbook Podcast Episode 34 - NY State of Mind Open: Seattle Seahawks Fans, welcome back to the Hawks Playbook Podcast. Join us as we recap the great complete team win in the Big Apple against the NY Giants.   Featured Segment: Seahawks win on the road vs. the Giants Seattle finally has a pretty good complete game. The Seattle Seahawks dominated this game on both sides of the ball and moved the team to an overall record of 4-2. The offensive line played well overall. Odhiambo and Glowinksi allowed only 1 QB pressure each out of 42 attempts. Ethan Pocic did not allow a single pressure on 22 snaps at left guard and center. Seahawks again have the #1 scoring defense in the NFL. Against the Giants the Seahawks allowed 177 total yards and 1 TD, after getting the ball at the Seattle 17 yards line as a result of a Thomas Rawls fumble. Giants had 300 combined rushing yards in previous 2 games. Seahawks allowed 46 yards and zero runs over 9 yards. Seattle’s defense (outside of Titan’s game) has allowed 12.2 PPG and 281.4 YPG. They have not allowed more than 18 points scored against them in the other 5 games. Featured Segment 2: Game Preview – Seattle Seahawks vs the Houston Texans. The Texan’s come into the matchup with a record of 3-3 and 3rd place in the AFC South. The Texans have wins against the Bengals, Titans and Browns and losses against the Jaguars, Patriots and the Chiefs.   The team is led by rooking phenom Deshaun Watson, the 12th overall pick in the 2017 NFL draft. Watson has plenty of playmakers around him but an OL almost as bad as Seattle's.   Seattle’s offense can’t expect to face a stout run defense led by Merceilus, Clowney and McKinney. They also have a playmaker at middle linebacker in rookie, Zach Cunningham.   01:12:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,Seattle SeahawksBill and Keith break down the in New York, and how to continue the win streak against Houstonhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/10/17/seahawks-bye-week-folliesFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/10/17/seahawks-bye-week-follies/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/10/17/seahawks-bye-week-folliesTue, 17 Oct 2017 18:00:00 GMTSeahawks Bye Week FolliesHawks Playbook Podcast Episode 33 - Bye Week Follies        In the news: The Seahawks appear to be in the market for an upgrade at Left Tackle during the break, but so far, have not added a player to the roster. LTs. Cordy Glenn, Duane Brown, and Brandon Albert are all in play.Deshawn Shead, Dion Jordan and Malik McDowell all eligible to begin practicing after Giants game. McDowell not expected to be ready for a few more weeks, but the other two should be ready to start practicing with the team next week. It remains to be seen if and when those players will be added to the active roster any time soon. Featured segment 1: Biggest Surprise / Disappointment Players Offensive weaponOffensive lineDefensive lineLinebackerDefensive back Overall   Single Game  Positional unit Rest of the NFL NFC TeamAFC Team Featured Segment 2: Adjusting Expectations The Seahawks sit at 3-2. With a win over the Giants on Sunday they’ll be 4-2,  which is exactly what both of us predicted before the season began. Unfortunately, they haven’t been as dominant as expected, should our expectations change for this season? Also, how does the Aaron Rodgers injury and Dallas under-performing alter the landscape of the NFC? What about the emergence of the Eagles and Rams? Close:  Thanks again for joining us on the Podcast. Please take some time to follow Keith and Bill on Twitter. Keith is @MyersNFL and Bill is @NWSeahawk. 01:19:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,Seattle Seahawks,SeahawksBill and Keith look at how expectations have changed after 5 games of the 2017 seasonhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/10/11/seahawks-the-la-chroniclesFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/10/11/seahawks-the-la-chronicles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/10/11/seahawks-the-la-chroniclesWed, 11 Oct 2017 15:00:00 GMTSeahawks: The LA ChroniclesHawks Playbook Podcast Episode 32 The LA Chronicles Open: Welcome to the Hawks Playbook Podcast. Thanks for joining your Hosts Bill Alvstad and Keith Myers. Our Seattle Seahawks enter their bye week in 1st place after beating the Rams 16-10 on the road in LA.  In the News Michael Bennett has plantar fasciitis issue. Luke Joeckel having knee surgery to clean up some meniscus debris left over from his ACL/MCL repair last fall. Joeckel will miss Giants game and will back after that. Seahawks worked out LT Brandon Albert, who ended up leaving without a deal, and inquired about trading for Houston’s Duane Brown.  Featured Segment 1: Seahawks escape LA with 16-10 win over the Rams Wilson was 24/31 for 198 yards, 1 TD and 1 Int. No running game without Carson. Rawls 8 carries for 20 yards, Lacy 9 carries for 19 yards and McKissic 2 carries for 0 yards.  Defense holds NFL’s top offense to 10 points despite lack of offensive consistency to help, zero points in second half. Defense collected 5 turnovers, including two each by Earl Thomas and Sheldon Richardson. Featured Segment 2: How do we fix the offense? Bill and Keith discuss several different ways in which the Seahawks could get more efficiency out of their offense. Other fixes could include other schematic changing to line blocking, quick hitting pass routes and expanding the role of Russell Wilson in the Read Option look, especially if the team also added a few pass plays out of the read option to further complicate the job of the defense to defend those types of plays. Close: Thanks again for listening to the show. Don’t forget to check out the website (hawksplaybook.com) for all of our shows, and follow us on social media. All of that is linked at the website. 01:22:00Hawks PlaybooknoSeattle Seahawks,NFL,Seahawks,NFL FootballBill and Keith break down Seattle's near-miss in LA, and how to fix the struggling offensehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/10/04/seahawks-terrific-win-is-costlyFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/10/04/seahawks-terrific-win-is-costly/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/10/04/seahawks-terrific-win-is-costlyWed, 04 Oct 2017 13:30:00 GMTSeahawks Terrific Win is CostlyHawks Playbook Podcast Episode 31 – Seahawks Terrific Win is Costly Open: Hello again Seahawks fans and welcome to the show! Featured Segment: Great Win Proves Very Costly We don’t know exactly how costly just yet, but 4 key Seahawks players left the game with injuries, some rather significant. Most of which was an ankle injury to running back Chris Carson. Other injuries included CB Jeremy Lane (Groin), DE Cliff Avril (Neck) and LT Rees Odhiambo (Chest). Key Takeaways: Seattle finished with 477 yards and allowed just 237 yards to the Colts, including only 32 yards in the 2nd half. Wilson finished 21-26 for 295 yards, 2TD’s and 2 Int. He ran 23 yards for a touchdown and finished the game with a 107.5 QB Rating. Eddie Lacy finished with 11 carries and 52 yards. JD McKissic finished with a 30 yards TD run and a 27-yard TD reception. The Seahawks finished the game with 194 yards rushing. Defense scored 2 TD’s from turnovers. Justin Coleman had a pick-6 and Bobby Wagner had a 21-yard fumble recovery return for a TD.  Featured Segment 1:Los Angeles Rams  Players to watch for: QB Jared Goff, RB Todd Gurley, DT Aaron Donald, WR Tavon Austin, WR Sammy Watkins, DE Robert Quinn. The defense will once again be asked to stop the run and turn the Rams into a one-dimensional team led by an unproven talent in Jared Goff. Seattle should have the right stuff to hold the Rams under their season averages in yards and points. This game is all about Seattle’s ability to score points against the Rams defense.  Close: If you like the podcast, please consider sharing it with others, or leave us a comment below.  You can follow Keith on Twitter @MyersNFL and Bill is @NWSeahawk.  01:19:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,Seahawks,NFL Football,Seattle SeahawksBill and Keith break down the win over the Colts, the costly injuries, and next week's game against the Ramshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/27/titan-fall--seahawks-lose-in-tennesseeFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/27/titan-fall--seahawks-lose-in-tennessee/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/27/titan-fall--seahawks-lose-in-tennesseeWed, 27 Sep 2017 15:00:00 GMTTitan Fall - Seahawks lose in TennesseeHawks Playbook Podcast Episode 30 Titan Fall In the News: Team protests, but does so by not coming out for anthem after President Trumps comments. Bill and Keith get into this a bit. For us is this: Let’s have a conversation, listen and by empathetic. Doug Baldwin left game with groin injury. Baldwin said Tuesday afternoon that he expects to play this week against the Colts. Dewey McDonald headed to IR with ACL injury. All 3 standout ST standouts are currently hurt. Featured Segment: Seahawks lose 33-27 on the road vs Titans but Offense Wakes Up Russell Wilson started slow, completing just 3 of his first 10 passes. After that he was vintage Russ, finishing the day 29/49 for 373 yards, 4 TDs, and no interceptions with a 129.3 QB rating.  The OL was mildly improved with the addition of Oday Aboushi at RG. The pass blocking was still bad, and the run blocking was terrible. Chris Carson finished with only 39 yards rushing on 11 carries.  Jimmy Graham finally got on track with 7 catches for 72 yards.  Doug Baldwin had 10 catches for 105 yards before getting hurt. What is wrong with the Defense? Defense gave up 33 points. Tennessee’s backs gashed for 195 yards on the ground, including a 5.6 YPC. Only the Giants and Chargers have allowed more rushing yards than the Seahawks in 2017.  Featured Segment 2: Seahawks host 1-2 Colts •Still no Andrew Luck, and without him the Colts look like one of the NFL’s worst teams •Their win was a comeback win over Cleveland (0-3) this week. •Jacoby Brisset, the former Patriot 3rd-stringer, is the starter at QB. •Colts rush D only giving up 3.3 yards per carry, 8th in NFL •Colts pass D is giving up 7.9 yards per pass attempt, 25th in the NF 01:09:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,NFL Football,Seattle Seahawks,SeahawksBill and Keith break down what went wrong in Tennessee and look ahead to the Colts next weekhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/20/seahawks-make-winning-hardFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/20/seahawks-make-winning-hard/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/20/seahawks-make-winning-hardWed, 20 Sep 2017 13:00:00 GMTSeahawks Make Winning HardHawks Playbook Podcast Episode 29 – Seahawks Make Winning Hard Open:  By almost all accounts, the 49ers are terrible, but the game much harder to put away than was to be expected. Maybe the Seahawks offense is THAT bad.  Featured Segment: Seahawks Win Despite our Below Than Average Offense Keys to the game: Wilson completed 23-of-39 passes for 198 yards with one TD. He ran 12 times for 34 yards in the game.  Wilson’s touchdown to Richardson came after Richardson had badly dislocated a finger. The Seahawks defense kept them in the game with stellar pass defense. BrianHoyer completed 15-of-27 passes for 99 yards.  6 drops, including two TDs and a critical 3rd down, kept the offense from gaining both rhythm and separation in this game.  Chris Carson carries the ball 20 times for 93 yards. Eddy Lacy was a healthy scratch and Thomas Rawls was limited to 5 carries.  Carson is the present and future featured back for the Seahawks. Chris Carson has averaged 2.6 yards per rush after contact through two games. Lacy and Rawls have combined to carry it 10 times for 7 yards. Featured Segment 2: The Tennessee Titans are 1-1 on the year after beating the Jaguars 37-16. Derrick Henry has emerged as their lead back after picking up 92 yards against the Jags. But of course, the main headline generating player for the Titans is QB Marcus Mariota.  The focus is all on the Seattle offense this week. Can the Seattle Seahawks move the ball consistently against an average NFL Defense? The Titan’s look beatable, but on the road, with our struggling offense, our defense may have to step up and win the day. Close: Find us on Twitter @HawksPlaybook  We will see you all next week! 01:19:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,Seattle Seahawks,SeahawksBill and Keith break down why Seattle barely escaped against the hapless 49ershttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/13/week-1-aftermath-the-sky-is-falling-on-the-offensive-lineFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/13/week-1-aftermath-the-sky-is-falling-on-the-offensive-line/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/13/week-1-aftermath-the-sky-is-falling-on-the-offensive-lineWed, 13 Sep 2017 13:30:00 GMTWeek 1 Aftermath: The Sky is Falling on the Offensive LineHawks Playbook Podcast Episode 28 – Loss on the Road in Green Bay Open: While Seattle did fall in it’s opening game to the Packers, there were some positives. There were a number of negatives as well, almost all on offense. Featured Segment: 5 Takeaways from loss to Green Bay Packers The offensive Line play was the worst-case scenario given the hope during preseason. Terrence Garvin played 30 snaps at SAM LB.  Eddy Lacey does not look like a starting RB.  On the other hand, Chris Carson should be the starter and get 15-20 touches a game. Griffin rises to the occasion and plays 70% of defensive snaps after Lane is ejected. Defensive Line is going to have an amazing year. Bonus takeaway: The call for change for assistant coaches Tom Cable and Darrell Bevel has already begun.  The only thing the offensive lining is blocking for now, is our path to the Super Bowl! A Look Ahead: Week Two at Home vs San Francisco 49ers Key Players on 49ers to look for:  QB Brian Hoyer, RB Carlos Hyde, WR Pierre Garcon’, LB Navorro Bowman, DE DeForest Buckner, DE Soloman Thomas, DT. Arik Armstead, CB Ahkello Witherspoon, LB Brock Coyle, LB Malcolm Smith 49ers have lost 6 straight to the Seahawks, and have won 8 of the last 9 games by a combined score of 147-67 Early line has Seattle Seahawks by 13 points Close: You can find all of our podcasts at www.hawksplaybook.com as well as subscribe to the show on ITunes and BlogTalkRadio.  Follow Bill and Keith on Twitter.  Keith is @MyersNFL and Bill is @NWSeahawk.   01:00:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,NFL Football,Seattle SeahawksBill an Keith Break down the week 1 loss to the Packers, and look ahead to Week 2 against the 49ershttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/07/2017-seahawks-season-previewFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/07/2017-seahawks-season-preview/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/07/2017-seahawks-season-previewThu, 07 Sep 2017 13:30:00 GMT2017 Seahawks Season PreviewHawks Playbook Podcast Episode 27 - Regular Season Schedule Predictions       Open: We had a great time recording this episode, and came to an agreement on more than a few games. So sit back, relax and hold on to your favorite beverage as Bill and Keith walk you through each game and predict who wins and who loses.     Featured Segment:  Regular Season Schedule with Predictions. The guys go game-by-game through the 2017 schedule to and select winners for each week.      Featured Segment: Preview of Seattle Seahawks AT Green Bay Packers • Right tackle Bryan Bulaga is questionable now with an ankle injury.  Someone like Kyle Murphy or Jason Spriggs (Both 2016 draft picks) would have to fill in, leaving the Packers vulnerable to the Seahawks edge rush.  Look for this to be a possible factor in the game. • Last time these two teams squared off, Russell Wilson was sacked three times and had five interceptions.  Arguably his worst game as a professional.  Look for Wilson to rebound in a big way. • Defensive coordinator Dom Capers likes his new corner back toys in Kevin King and Josh Jones, 2017 draft picks. Also look for Capers to try and run stunts and blitzes towards the middle, while sending his corners around the edge to take advantage of Seattle’s perceived weakness at the tackle position.       Close: Thanks so much for joining us for this special addition of the Hawks Playbook Podcast.  Let us know what you think of our predictions and share your own!  You can find the Hawks Playbook podcast all over the internet. You can also subscribe to the podcast on ITunes and any one of a number of Droid Podcast Apps on your devices. Follow Keith on Twitter @MyersNFL and Bill is @NWSeahawk.   01:09:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,NFL Football,Seattle Seahawks,SeahawksBill and Keith break down every game on the 2017 schedule to see how they expect the season to unfoldhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/06/exploring-the-seahawks-53-man-rosterFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/06/exploring-the-seahawks-53-man-roster/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/09/06/exploring-the-seahawks-53-man-rosterWed, 06 Sep 2017 15:00:00 GMTExploring the Seahawks 53-man rosterHawks Playbook Podcast Episode 26   Exploring the 53-man roster Open:  Welcome again to the Hawks Playbook Podcast with your Host’s Bill Alvstad and Keith Myers. It’s been a great off season since we started 6 months ago way back in February, and here we are 26 episodes later.  If you have been with us since the beginning, we thank you.  If you’re just joining us for the first time (Bandwagoner!), we welcome you too! This is the first of two podcasts this week. It’s a great show and we’re glad you’re with us. In the News:  MEGA TRADE!!  We got Sheldon Richardson!! In a trade heard around the world, the Seahawks traded Jermaine Kearse, a 2018 2nd round pick and a 2018 7th round pick to the New York Jets for defensive tackle Sheldon Richardson.  As Keith points out in the show, the 7th was a throw in and the team was going to be moving on from Kearse anyway, so we essentially traded a late 2nd round pick for one of the game's best DTs.  Featured Segment:  Bill and Keith Breakdown the 53-Man Roster Bill and Keith bob and weave over the team’s final 53-man roster going through it by position group. It’s a nice comprehensive conversation that include why the team let go of Kasen Williams and moved on from Jermaine Kearse. They also talk abut the 10 guys added to the Practice Squad. Close:  Thanks so much for joining us on the podcast.  Please take the time to subscribe to the podcast our set www.hawksplaybook.com as a bookmark and look for a new show each week.  Follow us on your favorite social media as well.  Follow Keith on Twitter @MyersNFL and Bill is @NWSeahawk. 01:00:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,NFL Football,Seattle Seahawks,SeahawksThe Seattle Seahawks set their roster. Bill and Keith explore what that means for 2017http://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/30/bursting-the-roster-bubbleFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/30/bursting-the-roster-bubble/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/30/bursting-the-roster-bubbleWed, 30 Aug 2017 17:30:00 GMTBursting the Roster BubbleHawks Playbook Podcast Episode 25 - Bubble Burst Open: We are at episode 25, almost ½ a year of bringing you a weekly show devoted entirely to your team, the Seattle Seahawks. The next 25 episodes will hopefully take us all the way past a Seahawks appearance in Super Bowl 52 at the new Vikings Stadium in Minneapolis. Each week until then, we will bring you the good and bad from each game, as well as a look forward to the next opponent.  News:  It has been reported that 5 significant players (Lockett, Bennett, Avril, Wilhoite and Joeckel) are away from the team this week receiving a treatment called Regenokine. The treatment is intended to provide relief to injured areas be it joints or muscle tissue. The players will not play this week and will be ready to join the team for the first regular season game versus Green Bay. Featured Segment: This week’s show is all about looking at the projected 53-man roster and identifying the players that both Bill and Keith have identified as being “On the Bubble”. Those players that are right on the cusp of making the final roster, or being cut in the one and only roster cut down after the final preseason game against Oakland Friday night. This year, the talent depth is deep, and the amount of players that could land outside the final 53 reflects that.  Close: Next week’s show will be crazy amazing as we will have a set 53-man roster, excluding any last-minute cuts and pickups after all the teams cut down to 53.  With 1200 players hitting the open market at once, anything can happen. Please follow Bill and Keith on Twitter. Keith is @MyersNFL and Bill is @NWSeahawk.  You can also follow the show pages on Twitter @HawksPlaybook 01:17:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,NFL Football,Seattle Seahawks,SeahawksBill and Keith break down who appears to be on the roster, and who isn't so luckyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/23/preseason-game-2-review-seahawks-vs-vikingsFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/23/preseason-game-2-review-seahawks-vs-vikings/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/23/preseason-game-2-review-seahawks-vs-vikingsWed, 23 Aug 2017 15:00:00 GMTPreseason Game 2 Review: Seahawks vs VikingsHawks Playbook Podcast Eps.24 Preseason Game 2 Review: Seahawks vs Vikings In the News: • Seahawks acquire OT Matt Tobin in a trade with the Eagles and signed OT Tyrus Thompson. • Justin Britt signed a 3 year, $27M extension with $5M in guarantees.  • Signed CB Tramaine Brock. Vet min deal with no guarantees.  Featured Segment: Seahawks beat Vikings but Lose Fant for the Season Russell Wilson continues to look sharp. He went 13 of 18 for 206 yards and two TDs.  Fant tore his ACL and MCL which will require and season ending surgery. Odhiambo appears to be the first man up to take over. Player Spotlights: • Kasen Williams WR: Williams continues to make plays at WR and on special teams. Through two preseason games, Williams has six receptions for 147 yards and one TD.  • Nazir Jones: Again, super consistent run stopper, hole plugger, pocket collapser.  • Chris Carson: Carson is making the team and Collins is not.  Players on the Bubble:   • Amara Darboh: Carroll says he’s smart, good route runner, can block, etc. He has not done any of that during games.  • Pierre Desir, DeAndre Elliott, Mike Davis Game Preview: Seattle vs Kansas City on Friday at CenturyLink Which players need to step up to have a chance at making the final 53-man roster?  Close: Please bookmark the website www.hawksplaybook.com. Follow us on Twitter. Keith is @MyersNFL and Bill is @NWSeahawk.  01:17:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,Seattle Seahawks,SeahawksBill and Keith break down everything that went down in the 2nd preseason game, and what it means for the guys fighting to make the roster of the Seattle Seahawkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/16/preseason-game-1-review-game-two-preview-vikingsFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/16/preseason-game-1-review-game-two-preview-vikings/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/16/preseason-game-1-review-game-two-preview-vikingsWed, 16 Aug 2017 20:00:00 GMTPreseason Game 1 Review / Game Two Preview (Vikings) Hawks Playbook Podcast Episode 23 Preseason Game 1 Review / Game Two Preview (Vikings) Open:  This game showed us that the Seattle Seahawks have great depth this year and the cut down to the 53-man roster is going to be extremely tough. Seattle Seahawks vs Los Angeles Chargers Game Review: Let’s first look in depth at the offensive line. Keith did some extra film review this week. Kasen Williams: 4 jumping, twisting, fighting grabs.  Trevone Boykin: 12 for 15 passing for 189 yards, a touchdown pass and a TD run.  Chris Carson: A real nice 10 yard run in the 2nd quarter to set up a Blair Walsh field goal, and two goal line TDs. Michael Wilhoite: Seattle looks to have a competent Strong side linebacker starter in Wilhoite, and a nice backup to Bobby Wagner in him as well.   Blair Walsh: Made two field goals and 6 extra points (all eight attempts). Game Two Preview:   The Minnesota Vikings (8-8 in 2016) travel to take on the Seattle Seahawks (10-5-1 in 2016) on Friday, Aug. 18. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. Pacific at CenturyLink Field.  Passing: Sam Bradford played three series in his preseason debut in Buffalo, completing five of seven passes for 35 yards but was sacked twice.Backup Case Keenum performed well in his Vikings debut, going 11-of-16 passing for 121 yards while leading a pair of scoring drives.  Rushing: Rookie running back Dalvin Cook rush 5 time for only 13 yards, while fellow rookie Terrell Newby led Minnesota with 12 carries for 26 yards.  Close: Find the show on the website: www.HawksPlaybook.com.  You can find Keith on Twitter @MyersNFL, and Bill is @NWSeahawk. 01:17:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,NFL Football,Seattle SeahawksBill and Keith Break down what happened in the 1st preseason game, and what to expect against Minnesotahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/11/seahawks-training-camp-review-volume-2Footballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/11/seahawks-training-camp-review-volume-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/11/seahawks-training-camp-review-volume-2Fri, 11 Aug 2017 18:30:00 GMTSeahawks Training Camp Review: Volume 2Hawks Playbook Podcast Episode 22  Training Camp Review Volume 2 Open: Today’s show focusses on the 2nd week of training camp, as well as a quick preview of the first Pre-Season game against the LA Chargers. News Items this week: •Malik McDowell has “multiple injuries” and is expected to miss “considerable time.”  •Baldwin and Clark both injured on Thursday •Ifedi and Clark both banned from 4 practices after their fight.  Waived Players: Kyle Coleman FB , Robert Myers OL, Ronald Powell LB Signed Players: Christian French DL, Jordan Simone DB, Greg Milhouse DL   Training Camp Notes •Quinton Jefferson has looked very good,has had reps in practice than any of DL.  •Terrence Garvin continues to impress. •Naz Jones will need to step up after McDowell’s injury; has shown more versatility and pass rush than expected. •Shaquille Griffin (Quill) has leap frogged Thorpe on the depth chart at CB2 with Lane out the last 4 practices. •Eddy Lacy not all that impressive while Chris Carson shines, as he jumps Collins on the depth chart. •Paul Richardson having a nice camp and has jumped ahead of Kearse in two man sets.  •C.J. Prosise is electrifying. •Ethan Pocic has filled in nicely while Ifedi has been out. Game Preview: Preseason Game 1 San Diego Chargers How much will starters play? Key position battles to watch. What do you most want to see during the game? Game Notes: - New Head Coach Anthony Lynn, previously the OC with Buffalo Bills - 1st rd pick Mike Williams and 2nd round pick Lamb are both out, likely for the year.  - Russell Okung is their new LT 01:11:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL Football,Football,NFL,Seattle SeahawksBill and Keith break down all the happenings from Week 2 of training camphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/04/seahawks-training-camp-report-volume-1Footballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/04/seahawks-training-camp-report-volume-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/08/04/seahawks-training-camp-report-volume-1Fri, 04 Aug 2017 14:30:00 GMTSeahawks Training Camp Report: Volume 1Hawks Playbook Podcast Episode 21 - Training Camp Report Vol. 1 Open: This week’s episode is focused on the first week of training camp for the Seahawks, which began on Sunday.  We have finally made it passed “the offseason” and have moved onto the Pre-Season phase of Seahawks football! News: An otherwise celebratory atmosphere of the opening day of camp was tamped down a bit by missing player: Malik McDowell.    Kam Chancellor signed a 3 year, 36-million-dollar extension. We talk about Kenny Easley’s long and winding road to being inducted into the NFL’s Hall of Fame this weekend, and the training camp punch that Frank Clark landed on Germain Ifedi in camp on Thursday.  Signings:  Marcel Reece.  Mike Morgan.  Marcus Smith Cuts:  Arthur Brown.  Nolan Frese Trade: Kevin Pierre Louis traded to Kansas City for DJ Alexander.   Featured Segment: Training Camp Report Vol. 1 Keith can’t wait to talk offensive line, so we start there. While it looks like Britt and Ifedi have solidified their spots other position battles are taking place: Glowinski, Fant, Joeckel, Odhiambo and Pocic are still battling.  We move to the defense and discuss standout players at secondary and linebacker. Finally, we turn our attention back over to the offense and discuss the competition at running back and wide receiver, and end the show talking about camp standouts Russell Wilson and Jimmy Graham. Close: Please check out the website at HawksPlaybook.com for a full archive of all 21 episodes from the offseason so far. Follow Keith on Twitter @MyersNFL and Bill is @NWSeahawk.  Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast on ITunes!!  See you next week. 01:23:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,NFL football,Seattle SeahawksBill and Keith break down everything that happened in week 1 of training camphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/07/27/seahawks-training-camp-primerFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/07/27/seahawks-training-camp-primer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/07/27/seahawks-training-camp-primerThu, 27 Jul 2017 18:00:00 GMTSeahawks Training Camp PrimerHawks Playbook Podcast Episode 20 - Training Camp Primer Open:This weekend marks the opening of the Seattle Seahawks Training Camp at the Virginia Mason practice facility in Renton, Washington.  In today’s show, Bill and Keith will focus on what questions should be answered by the end of camp. Who we think will step up, and who we think might fall. News: Russell Wilson visited China - Russell’s promoting a brand and being a football ambassador with tons of kids in tow and multiple stops in the country.  Treyvone Boykin had part of his legal troubles dismissed as no criminal misconduct was found in the case that was most serious against him and would have been a possible probation violation and landed Boykin a serious fine, and even additional time in jail.  Featured Segment: Training Camp Camp is finally here, which means that we have nonstop football to talk about from now until the clock ticks to zero time left in the Super Bowl     • Where is it? What is it and why should you figure out a way to attend at least one practice session each year?     • Who are our starting 5 offensive linemen and where will they line up.     • Who is likely to win the running back camp battle between Lacy and Rawls?      • Can Shaq Griffin emerge from camp and the #2 corner opposite of Richard Sherman?     • Prediction: Camp surprises: Who is the biggest surprise to make the 2017 roster? And Who is the biggest surprise cut by the end of camp? Close: Thanks for listening to the show again this week. Find us on the Hawks Playbook website as well as by subscribing on iTunes and Blog Talk Radio. You can find Keith (@MyersNFL) and Bill (@NWSeahawk) on Twitter. The Podcast Twitter is @HawksPlaybook.  01:11:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL Football,NFL,Seattle SeahawksBill and Keith talk Seahawks training camp including what to watch for from many of the key competitionshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/07/25/2017-expectations-and-beer-showFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/07/25/2017-expectations-and-beer-show/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/07/25/2017-expectations-and-beer-showTue, 25 Jul 2017 17:30:00 GMT2017 expectations and beer show!Open: It is our first-annual Beer and Expectations show! This will be a longer-than normal show as Bill and Keith consume beverages on air while discussion the upcoming season. Topic 1: Beer  Keith and Bill sample a variety of beers, and discuss the process of creating everyone’s favorite alcoholic beverage. They discuss the different beer varieties, and what makes each one unique. Beers to be sampled during the show: Keith’s Homebrew Caribou Slobber (Moose Drool clone) American Stout Milk Stout Vanilla Bourbon Porter   Commercial Beer Guinness (for comparison to Keith’s stouts) Mystery Norwegian Lager   Topic 2: Expectations for 2017 Will the defense bounce back? Will we see a drop off from vets like Kam Chancellor, Cliff Avril, and Michael Bennett? If so, who is ready to pick up the slack? Will the offense be better? Does it all swing on improvement from the offensive line, or are there other reasons to be optimistic for the offense. Will the team be better overall? How many wins is realistic? Is anything short of a Super Bowl a disappointment? Close: Visit our website at hawksplaybook.com for show news and to listen to past episodes. You can also find us @HawksPlaybook on both twitter and instagram. Follow Keith at @MyersNFL and Bill at @NWSeahawk.   01:31:00Hawks Playbooknonfl football,seattle seahawks,nflIn this double-length episode, Keith and Bill sample various beers while discussing exceptions for the 2017 seasonhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/07/07/episode-18-coaches-show-part-2Footballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/07/07/episode-18-coaches-show-part-2/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/07/07/episode-18-coaches-show-part-2Fri, 07 Jul 2017 16:00:00 GMTEpisode 18 – Coaches Show Part 2Open Featured Segment: Coaching Staff Part 2 Offensive Coaches    QB – Carl Smith    Assistant QB – Will Harriger    Running Backs – Chad Morton    Wide Receivers – Dave Canales    Assistant Wide Receivers – Nate Carroll    Tight Ends – Pat McPherson    Assistant Offensive Line – Pat Ruel    Assistant Offensive Line – Brennan Carroll             Defensive Coaches    Linebackers – Micheal Barrow    Senior Defensive Assistant – Travis Jones    Defensive Line – Dwaine Board, Clint Hurtt    Assistant Linebackers – John Glenn    Defensive Backs – Andre Curtis    Assistant Defensive Backs – Ricky Manning Jr.    Secondary – Nick Sorensen    Quality Control/Defense – Tom Donatell   Special Teams Coaches: Brian Schneider, Heath Farwell   Strength and Conditioning: Chris Carlisle, Mondray Gee, Jamie Yancher Close: Join us for our next Podcast. Keith and Bill will be recording a special live and in person show featuring Keith’s Home Brew beer sampling while we talk about this season’s expectations.  It should be highly entertaining!   Please Subscribe to the show on ITunes or your favorite Podcast App. Our website: www.hawksplaybook.com.  You can also find Bill and Keith on Twitter. Bill is @NWSeahawk and Keith is @MyersNFL. 01:05:00Hawks Playbooknoseattle seahawks,nfl,nfl footballBill and Keith discus some of the lesser known members of the Seahawks coaching staffhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/29/the-top-coaches-for-the-seattle-seahawksFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/29/the-top-coaches-for-the-seattle-seahawks/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/29/the-top-coaches-for-the-seattle-seahawksThu, 29 Jun 2017 15:00:00 GMTThe top coaches for the Seattle SeahawksOpen Featured Segment: Seattle Seahawks Coaches Pete Carroll: Keith and I review Pete’s tenure with the Seahawks, beginning with his arrival in 2010 as Head Coach and Vice President of Football Operations. In his first year, the team had over 200 player personnel transactions to begin to rebuild this team in Pete's image. Darrell Bevell: Bill and Keith discuss the often hated/misunderstood OC. Bill makes the case that Bevell is the perfect scheme fit for Seattle: ball control, explosive plays. Pete wants an efficient offense, and Seattle has had that during Bevell’s time here.  Tom Cable: Tom Cable was hired in 2011 after being let go as HC of the Raiders. Cable takes the fall for the underwhelming play of the offensive line. He has been too involved in personnel decisions and allowed to convert too many defensive linemen. Those experiments seem to be over.Cable was not allowed to have a hand in acquiring Ethan Pocic in the 2017 draft.  Kris Richard: Richard is Seattle’s DC.  He took over in 2015 after Dan Quinn left to become the Atlanta Falcon’s head coach. Richard is not as aggressive as Quinn was. A former Seahawks CB, Richard also spent several years as the defensive backs coach. It was Richard who coached up Richard Sherman as a very raw rookie. Richard is already getting consideration for HC positions..  Close: You can find all out shows at www.hawksplaybook.com.  Find Keith on Twitter @MyersNFL and Bill @NWSeahawk. The show can be found @hawksplaybook, on Instagram @HawksPlaybook and on Facebook. 01:17:00Hawks Playbooknonfl,nfl football,seattle seahawksBill and Keith break discuss the top of the coaching staff, and Pete Carroll's ability to consistently create a top tier coaching staffhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/22/episode-16-safety-camp-battles-plus-special-teamsFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/22/episode-16-safety-camp-battles-plus-special-teams/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/22/episode-16-safety-camp-battles-plus-special-teamsThu, 22 Jun 2017 15:00:00 GMTEpisode 16 – Safety Camp Battles plus Special TeamsOpen:  Welcome to the Podcast. The show is hosted by Bill Alvstad, and features Seattle Seahawks Writer and podcaster Keith Myers.  Today’s Episode dives into the camp battles sure to take place between the players the Seahawks have on the roster at the safety position.  At the end of the segment, we will also spend a few minutes discussing what Special Teams looks like this year, including a look at new Place Kicker Blair Walsh, who the Seahawks acquired in the off season.     In the News, this Week: • The Seahawks opened a required minicamp including veterans on Tuesday, with all players expected to show, including Michael Bennett.  Bennett frequently takes a pass on the voluntary work outs at the Seahawks facility, but does not like to lose his salary in the way of fines, if he should miss a required camp.  Other notable players participating at some level include Cam Chancellor who had double ankle surgery in February to remove bone spurs. Earl Thomas, who broke his leg last season, and Tyler Lockett who had a compound break in his leg, but looks to be ready for the start of camp at the end of July. • The Seahawks saw the passing of another player from their past. Rick Tuten, Seattle Seahawks punter died at the age of 52 unexpectedly in Costa Rica according to the Ocala Star Banner.  Tuten made the pro bowl in 1994, and left the Seahawks to join the St. Louis Rams in 1998 and won a Super Bowl ring with them in 1999. Show Close 01:12:00Hawks Playbooknonfl,nfl football,seattle seahawksBill and Keith break down the competitive battle at safety, and the serious questions the team has on special teamshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/14/episode-15--cornerback-camp-battlesFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/14/episode-15--cornerback-camp-battles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/14/episode-15--cornerback-camp-battlesWed, 14 Jun 2017 19:30:00 GMTEpisode 15 - Cornerback Camp BattlesOpen: Welcome to the show with host Bill Alvstad and featuring as always, Keith Myers.  Remember to check out the new website at HawksPlaybook.com and have a look around.  All 15 Podcast Shows are located on the site, and a few other articles to keep you busy in the off-season.     This Week in the news: • Eddie Lacy keeps collecting bonus money, and it keeps him right where Pete Carroll wants him, so he can hit defenders like a Mack truck! • Required Mini Camp started Tuesday.  Everyone showed up including Michael Bennett.  Deshawn Shead was the only known notable player not participating, and he will likely start the season on the PUP list. Featured Segment: Cornerback Camp Battles In today’s episode, Bill and Keith discuss the players who will battle for starter minutes as well as key contributors in the defensive backfield.  Keith really likes Pierre Desir, and believes he has a legit shot and significant playing time this season.  Shaq Griffin, our highest drafted corner in the Pete Carroll and John Schneider era, looks to start the season as the number 2 corner opposite Richard Sherman.  Early in OTA’s, Carroll has Griffin lining up with the first unit, as DeShawn Shead recovers from last season’s knee injury.  It’s likely Shead will not be ready for the start of the season. Bill and Keith look at the other players on the list and identify the guys we think will emerge as the 5 or 6 defensive backs that the Seattle Seahawks will enter the 2017 with.     Show Close.  Find on Twitter @MyersNFL, and Bill on Twitter @NWSeahawk.  Remember to go over to our Instagram and Facebook pages and like them to get updates on current articles and podcasts! See you next week when we talk Safeties! 01:11:00Hawks Playbooknonfl,nfl football,seattle seahawksBill and Keith break down the cornerbacks and a car of too many good players for roster spotshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/08/episode-14-linebacker-camp-battlesFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/08/episode-14-linebacker-camp-battles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/08/episode-14-linebacker-camp-battlesThu, 08 Jun 2017 15:00:00 GMTEpisode 14 – Linebacker Camp BattlesOpen: Hello Seahawks fans, welcome to the Hawks Playbook Podcast We are excited to announce that the HawksPlaybook.com website is now live.  The website will feature the Hawks Playbook Podcast. It will also offer original written content including editorial, opinion and featured articles all through the year. Come on to the site, check it out, listen to a show, read an article and leave a comment to start a discussion, offer a suggestion or ask a question. We also now have a Hawks Playbook Facebook and Instagram pages, so please go to the website and follow the links to those pages and give us a follow there as well.  Of course, you can find both Keith and I on Twitter as well.  Find Bill @NWSeahawk and Keith @MyersNFL, and the show’s Twitter page @HawksPlaybook.       This week in the news: • Seahawks sign Quarterback Austin Davis to compete with Trevone Boykin for the backup spot heading into training camp. He’s appeared in 13 games in the NFL, starting 10, with the Cleveland Browns and then St. Louis Rams. One of those was a start for the Rams against the Seahawks in which the Rams won the game in St. Louis in 2014. • This weeks OTA’s and which players are getting noticed. Thomas Rawls is bouncing all over the practice facility, anxious to prove he can stay healthy, and that he is not going to lay over and give his starting carries to Eddie Lacy.  Other players making us notice are George Fant at LT, Amara Darboh, Cyril Grayson and David Moore at WR. Shaq Griffin is taking starter reps and the #2 CB spot opposite Richard Sherman.     Featured Segment:  Linebacker Camp Battles: Mailbag Question of the week: Who will emerge as the starting FB in 2017?  Keith and Bill both give the best non-answers possible. ? Show wrap up and close: 00:55:00Hawks Playbooknonfl,nfl football,seattle seahawksBill and Keithhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/03/hawks-playbook-podcast-episode-13-defensive-line-battles-defensive-tacklesFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/03/hawks-playbook-podcast-episode-13-defensive-line-battles-defensive-tackles/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/06/03/hawks-playbook-podcast-episode-13-defensive-line-battles-defensive-tacklesSat, 03 Jun 2017 16:00:00 GMTHawks Playbook Podcast Episode 13 – Defensive Line Battles: Defensive Tackles &Hawks Playbook Podcast Episode 13 – Defensive Line Battles: Defensive Tackles & Defensive Ends Open: Welcome to The Hawks Playbook Podcast This week in the News: •The passing of Seahawks legend Cortez Kennedy DT from 1990-2000 / Ring of Honor / Hall of Famer. •Seahawks started their OTA’s (Organized Team Activities) on Tuesday.  •Kaepernick came in for a visit. The mutual interest is real, but no contract yet.   Featured Segment: Defensive Line Battles. DT’s and DE’s Bill and Keith breakdown both the defensive end and defensive tackle position in our featured segment.  We take a deep dive into the primary starters in Cliff Avril and Michael Bennett as well as key contributor Frank Clark at the end position.  Will this be the year that age and injury catch of to our pro bowl caliber defensive ends?   As we switch to topic over to our defensive tackle group we highlight the improvement we are likely to see in our interior pass rush from this position.  This will come primarily from 2nd year pro Quinton Jefferson who spent the bulk of 2016 on injured reserve, and newly drafted defensive tackle, Malik “Leek” McDowell.  Bill and Keith and quickly imagine a greatly improved front 7 for Seattle that is keyed off of the improvement we are likely to see from being able to generate pressure and disruption up the middle this season.     Mailbag: Question:  Did they ever determine from the league just what too much contact means in preseason practices?  And what is the remedy? How will they avoid this "gotcha" nit picking fine in the future?  Just how is this illegal practice reported to the league in the first place?  Who does it?   Show Wrap / Close 01:10:00Hawks PlaybooknoSeattle Seahawks,NFLBill and Keith mourn the passing of Cortez Kennedy, and then break down the current group of defensive linemenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/05/26/seahawks-roster-battles-offensive-lineFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/05/26/seahawks-roster-battles-offensive-line/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/05/26/seahawks-roster-battles-offensive-lineFri, 26 May 2017 18:30:00 GMTSeahawks Roster Battles: offensive lineHAWKS PLAYBOOK PODCAST EPISODE 12  - CAMP BATTLES OFFENSIVE AND DEFENSIVE LINES  Coach Tom Cable has indicated his initial desire to move Mark Glowinski from Left Guard, where he took his snaps in 2016, over to the Right Guard position in 2017.  His spot on that side may end up being contingent on the battle to take place at Right Tackle between Germain Ifedi and newcomer, Ethan Pocic, who Seattle acquired in April’s NFL Draft.  Cable says he wants the best 5 linemen on the field, and that still may mean that the loser of the RT position battle, still may be one of the best five, and end up taking the Right Guard spot.  Does this sound a bit complicated? Listen to the show and Bill and Keith will run down all the variables and give you some clear ideas on the most likely offensive line roster outcomes.   Open: Welcome to the Podcast.  With Host Bill Alvstad and Seattle Seahawks writer Keith Myers. In the News:     •  War of words with Michael Bennett.  Stephen A. Smith, and Seattle Times columnist Matt Calkins     • OTA’s delayed due to excessive contact penalty during 2016 mini-camps. We will now have 7 practice sessions instead of 10.  Minicamp now starts next week.   Offensive Line Position Battles: Center: Justin Britt, Joey Hunt, Will Pericak Guard: Oday Aboushi, Jordan Roos, Mark Glowinski Guard/Tackle: Germaine Ifedi, Luke Joeckel, Ethan Pocic, Rees Odhiambo Tackle: George Fant, Robert Myers, Justn Senior   Next Week: Defensive Line Position Battles!  Close 01:02:00Hawks PlaybooknoSeattle Seahawks,NFLIn this week’s show, Bill and Keith walk through each player and where they likely will play along the offensive line in the 2017 season. Starting at the centehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/05/16/roster-battles-wide-receivers-and-tight-ends-and-rookie-minicamp-recapFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/05/16/roster-battles-wide-receivers-and-tight-ends-and-rookie-minicamp-recap/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/05/16/roster-battles-wide-receivers-and-tight-ends-and-rookie-minicamp-recapTue, 16 May 2017 17:00:00 GMTRoster Battles: Wide receivers and tight ends, and Rookie Minicamp Recapopen News: Seahawks interest in Colin KaepernickRookie minicamp: Greyson popsMcDowel undersizedPocik at RTEddie Lacy weigh-in complete   Wide Receiver Doug BaldwinPaul RichardsonTyler LockettJermaine KearseAmara DarbohTanner McEvoyKenny LawlerKasen WilliamsCyril GreysonJamel JohnsonRodney SmithDavid Moore   Tight End Jimmy GrahamLuke WillsonNick VanettChris BriggsMarcus Lucas Mailbag: Other than Kapernick, who is out there to be Seattle's backup QB? close 01:03:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,Seattle Seahawks,footballBill and Keith break down rookie minicamp, then get discuss WR and TE roster battleshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/05/12/2017-roster-battles-offensive-skill-positions-part-1Footballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/05/12/2017-roster-battles-offensive-skill-positions-part-1/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/05/12/2017-roster-battles-offensive-skill-positions-part-1Fri, 12 May 2017 22:30:00 GMT2017 Roster Battles: Offensive Skill positions (part 1)Episode 10 - Roster Battles: Offensive skill positions   open News: Jarran Reed arrested on domestic assault charges; Frank Clark blows up at female reporter Featured Segment - Roster Battles: offensive skill positions Quarterback Russell WilsonTravone BoykinJake Heaps Running Back Eddie LacyThomas RawlsCJ ProciseAlex CollinsTroymaine PopeMike DavisChris CarsonTre MaddenTerrance MageeJD McKissic Mailbag: What was your favorite non-Seahawks draft pick this year? close 00:57:00Hawks Playbooknoseattle seahawks,nflBill and Keith break down the current roster depth at quarterback and running back for the 2017 seasonhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/05/02/seahawks-2017-draft-post-draft-party-of-handoverFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/05/02/seahawks-2017-draft-post-draft-party-of-handover/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/05/02/seahawks-2017-draft-post-draft-party-of-handoverTue, 02 May 2017 21:30:00 GMTSeahawks 2017 Draft: Post-draft party of handover?HAWKS PLAYBOOK PODCAST / EPISODE 9  /  POST DRAFT PARTY OR HANGOVER? OPEN General Draft discussion and post draft meltdown: What went right, what went wrong?  Why so much doom and gloom out there?  Lighten up kiddo’s, this is supposed to be fun! General player discussion.  What did you like about our first two moves in the draft? Malik McDowell at Rd. 2 pick 35 and Ethan Pocic OL out of LSU..Rd. 2 pick 58?  Any legit concerns? How about the safeties and corners?  Why the let down and should it be? Besides the top two picks, which drafted players can we expect to make an impact in 2016? Which two position groups still have the most questions heading into the OTA’s? Defensive Backs: (Corners and Safeties) We have a bunch of them now, but who starts and who fills in the blanks? Offensive line:  We have a ton of guys but who can emerge to give us a stable starting 5? Next Weeks show- Focus on 3-4 position battles worth keeping an eye on.  Undrafted Free agency and what it means for the Seahawks over the years and can we expect a repeat this year? Close   01:00:00Hawks Playbooknoseattle seahawks,nfl,nfl draftBill and Keithhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/04/26/players-to-watch-in-the-2017-nfl-draft-for-the-seattle-seahawksFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/04/26/players-to-watch-in-the-2017-nfl-draft-for-the-seattle-seahawks/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/04/26/players-to-watch-in-the-2017-nfl-draft-for-the-seattle-seahawksWed, 26 Apr 2017 17:00:00 GMTPlayers to watch in the 2017 NFL Draft for the Seattle SeahawksOpen Draft preview How the Seahawks grade intangibles in draft targets. Featured Segment – Seattle Seahawks draft targets   Offensive tackleOffensive guardsCornerbackLinebackerDefensive tackleSafety Other potential options Close 01:02:00Hawks PlaybooknoSeattle Seahawks,NFL,NFL DraftBill and Keith break down 3 players at each position of need that the Seattle Seahawks should be targeting in the NFL Drafthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/04/20/seattle-seahawks-priorities-for-the-2017-nfl-draftFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/04/20/seattle-seahawks-priorities-for-the-2017-nfl-draft/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/04/20/seattle-seahawks-priorities-for-the-2017-nfl-draftThu, 20 Apr 2017 18:30:00 GMTSeattle Seahawks priorities for the 2017 NFL DraftHAWKS PLAYBOOK PODCAST EPISODE 7  •SEAHAWKS DRAFT NEEDS PRIORITIES   OPEN JUST OVER 1 WEEK UNTIL 2017 NFL DRAFT   QUICK FREE AGENCY PLAYER REVIEW FOR SEAHAWKS…WHO DID THEY GET/RESIGN • LUKE JOECKEL LT • EDDIE LACY RB • ODAY ABOUSHI RG • LUKE WILLSON TE • DION JORDAN EDGE • CYRIL GRAYSON WR • TERENCE GARVIN LB • DEWEY MCDONALD LB • MICHAEL WILHOITE LB • BRADLEY MCDOUGALD S • BLAIR WALSH K • JOHN LUNSFORD K • DeSHAWN SHEAD CB • NEIKO THORPE • ARTHUR BROWN LB   SEATTLE DRAFT NEEDS AND PRIORITIES CORNERBACK STRONG SIDE LB/EDGE OFFENSIVE TACKLE PASS RUSH DT SAFETY SS AND FS   DRAFT NEED, BUT CAN COME OUT OF DRAFT NOT ADDRESSING OR GET VIA PRIORITY FREE AGENT AFTER DRAFT ….. TE – PASS CATCHING WR RB DEPTH QB DEPTH RETURN SPECIALIST MAILBAG QUESTION: FROM (MY DAD – TED), I HOPE THE HAWKS CAN COME UP WITH A POTENTIAL OFFENSIVE LINE STARTER IN THIS YEARS DRAFT, AS IT SEEMS THOSE WHO WE HAVE SIGNED THIS FREE AGENCY PERIOD ARE JUST PLACE HOLDERS.  ARE THEY PLACE HOLDERS? OR DO YOU SEE A LONG TERM STARTER IN EITHER JOECKEL OR OBOUSHI EMERGING IN 2018 AND BEYOND?   CLOSE.   NEXT WEEKS SHOW: 2017 NFL DRAFT / WHAT CAN WE EXPECT THE SEAHAWKS TO DO? 01:01:00Hawks Playbooknoseattle seahawks,nfl,nfl draftBill and Keith break down the 5 positions that the Seattle Seahawks absolutely must address during this year's drafthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/04/12/the-2017-seattle-seahawks-mock-draft-episodeFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/04/12/the-2017-seattle-seahawks-mock-draft-episode/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/04/12/the-2017-seattle-seahawks-mock-draft-episodeWed, 12 Apr 2017 22:00:00 GMTThe 2017 Seattle Seahawks Mock Draft EpisodeOpen News Dion Jordan signingCal QB in for a visit   Featured Segment – Mock Draft   Keith’s Mock draft:   ROUND 2 / PICK 1  KEVIN KING  CB  WASHINGTON ROUND 2 / PICK 17  DEREK RIVERS  DE/OLB  YOUNGSTOWN ST. ROUND 3 / PICK 1  AHKELLO WHITHERSPOON  CB  COLORADO ROUND 3 / PICK 26 NOBLE NWACHUKWU DE WEST VIRGINIA ROUND 3 / PICK 42  ISAAC ASIATA  OG  UTAH ROUND 4 / PICK 8  MARCUS MAYE  S  FLORIDA ROUND 5 / PICK 8  JULIAN DAVENPORT, OT, BUCKNELL ROUND 6 / PICK 8  ROBERT DAVIS  WR  GEORGIA ST. ROUND 6 / PICK 26  JEREMIAH LEDBETTER  DE/DT  ARKANSAS ROUND 7 / PICK 8  ZANE GONZALEZ  K  ARIZONA ST   Bill’s Mock Draft   ROUND 2 / PICK 1  KEVIN KING  CB  WASHINGTON ROUND 2 / PICK 17  TYUS BOWSER  OLB  HOUSTON ROUND 3 / PICK 1  ADOREE JACKSON  CB/KR  SO. CALIFORNIA ROUND 3 / PICK 26 RASUL DOUGLAS CB VIRGINIA ROUND 3 / PICK 42  JAKE BUTT  TE  MICHIGAN ROUND 4 / PICK 8  ISAAC ASIATA  OG  UTAH ROUND 5 / PICK 8  JAMES CONNER  RB  PITT ROUND 6 / PICK 8  ROBERT DAVIS  WR  GEORGIA ST. ROUND 6 / PICK 26  ZANE GONZALEZ  K  ARIZONA ST. ROUND 7 / PICK 8  JEREMIAH LEDBETTER  DE/DT  ARKANSAS   Preview next week Close 01:00:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,NFL Draft,Seattle SeahawksBill and Keith break down their own 7 round mock drafts for the Seattle Seahawkshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/04/05/the-good-the-bad-and-the-distractingFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/04/05/the-good-the-bad-and-the-distracting/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/04/05/the-good-the-bad-and-the-distractingWed, 05 Apr 2017 18:00:00 GMTThe Good, the bad, and the distractingEpisode 5: The good, the bad, and the distracting      open Richard Sherman trade news: What to make of statements from Pete Carroll and John SchneiderWhy the Seahawks would even want to do this.What compensation would be acceptable? Marshawn Lynch unretirment Why now? Why Oakland?How it plays out  The Pierre Desir story Who is he?His role in SeattleWhy Keith thinks he'll be a starter in 2017 Mailbag: Kap in Seattle? close 00:52:00Hawks PlaybooknoSeattle Seahawks,NFL,Richard Sherman,Marshawn LynchBill and Keith Break own the Richard Sherman trade rumors, Marshawn Lynch and the Raiders, and a CB you need to keep an eye onhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/03/31/the-dregs-of-free-agencyFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/03/31/the-dregs-of-free-agency/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/03/31/the-dregs-of-free-agencyFri, 31 Mar 2017 22:00:00 GMTThe Dregs of Free AgencyBill and Keith recap the NFL free agency period and discuss all the 1-year contracts that the Seattle Seahawks have signed this year.    Episode 4 – The Dregs of Free Agency Open Bill’s trip   Featured Segment – Seahawks additions since last episode Eddie Lacy (discussed potential last episode) Oday Aboushi Bradley McDougald 3 new LBs             Aruthur Brown             Terrence Garvin             Michael Wilhoite Blair Walsh and the kicker competion Luke Willson/Deshawn Shead/Neiko Thorpe return What is left to do before the Draft? Player spotlight: Michael Bennett Close 00:54:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,Seattle seahawksKeith and Bills look are the plethora of uninteresting players the Seattle Seahawks have recently added to the rosterhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/03/10/the-nfl-combine-and-free-agency-primerFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/03/10/the-nfl-combine-and-free-agency-primer/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/03/10/the-nfl-combine-and-free-agency-primerFri, 10 Mar 2017 21:30:00 GMTThe NFL Combine and Free Agency PrimerEpisode 3 -  NFL Combine review and Free Agency Primer Combine Solid DB class, including standouts like Kevin King from WashingtonSafety group: Budda Baker vs Obi Melifonwu Poor showing by offensive line group Featured Segment - Free agency What does Luke Joeckel add?The importance of adding TJ LangSeattle's interest in veteran RBs Seahawks Mailbag: The future of Bobby Wagner in Seattle  00:55:00Hawks Playbooknoseattle seahawks,nfl,football,nfl combine,seahawksBill and Keith break down what happened at the NFL Combine and the first days of NFL Free Agencyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/03/03/the-current-state-of-the-seattle-seahawks-defenseFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/03/03/the-current-state-of-the-seattle-seahawks-defense/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/03/03/the-current-state-of-the-seattle-seahawks-defenseFri, 03 Mar 2017 17:00:00 GMTThe current state of the Seattle Seahawks' defenseEpisode 2 -  SEAHAWKS DEFENSE YEAR IN REVIEW Week in Review John Schneider's Combine presserGo over the combine…what it is, what it means for players, what it means for teams. Featured Segment - Defensive Overview / Position Groups Defensive LineLinebackersSafetiesCornersSpecial Teams QUESTION: Has Seattle's defense lost its identity? Expectations for 2017 Seahawks Mailbag: A potential trade a one of Seattle's star players 00:59:00Hawks PlaybooknoNFL,Football,Seattle SeahawksBill and Keith break down that the current talent on the defensive side of the ball for Seattle, and examine what must change before the 2017 seasonhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/02/24/the-current-state-of-the-seattle-seahawks-offenseFootballhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/02/24/the-current-state-of-the-seattle-seahawks-offense/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/hawksplaybook/2017/02/24/the-current-state-of-the-seattle-seahawks-offenseFri, 24 Feb 2017 17:00:00 GMTThe current state of the Seattle Seahawks' offenseEpisode 1- State of the Offense and 2016 Review Brief intro of our new show and what to expect in the comming months Featured Segment  The offensive line problem, current and futureWill Luke Willson return?The state of the WRs, and what to think of Tanner McEvoySeattle's RB questionsThe Growth of Trevone BoykinThe 2016 offense was better than you probably think Seahawks Mailbag 01:17:00Hawks PlaybooknoSeattle Seahawks,NFLBill and Keith break down the state of Seattle's offense, including the growth of the offensive line, running backs, and the backup QB situation.