Rising to Moment, Nick Emmanwori Delivers ‘Helluva Plays’ as Seahawks Clinch Super Bowl Berth
Throughout his rookie season, Nick Emmanwori has been a game changer for an already loaded Seahawks defense. But taking advice from a beloved teammate to heart, he elevated his game to another level under the brightest lights to lift his team to the Super Bowl.
‘Everything I Said, Stood On It’: Ernest Jones Sets Leadership Standard for Super Bowl-Bound Seahawks
Back in Week 11, Ernest Jones wasn’t shy coming to defense of his quarterback after a tough loss to the Rams. Fast forward to an NFC title-clinching victory at Lumen Field against the same foe, those words resonated in the locker room and set a clear leadership standard.
Seahawks Secondary Recovers, Helps Send Seattle to the Super Bowl
The Seahawks secondary had some tough moments against the Los Angeles Rams in Sunday’s NFC Championship game. How did Seattle rebound and secure a trip to the Super Bowl?
Sam Darnold’s ‘High-Powered Quarterbacking’ Silences Doubters, Vaults Seahawks Into Super Bowl
He can’t make the clutch throws. He can’t avoid turnovers. He can’t help seeing ghosts. Now an NFC Champion quarterback, narratives that followed Sam Darnold from dreary days in New York have finally been exterminated leading the Seahawks to the Super Bowl.
Seahawks’ Divisional Round Hopes May Rest on Sam Darnold’s Arm, Decision Making
The Seahawks won a franchise-record 14 games thanks to a budding run game paired with a top-ranked defense and elite special teams corps. But to survive and advance in the postseason, starting on Saturday, they likely will need their quarterback to rise to the moment.
‘Job is Not Done’: Seahawks’ Vets Preaching Same Approach for Youthful Squad Entering Playoffs
One of the youngest teams in the NFL, the Seahawks’ youth could be viewed as a potential concern going into a win or go home Divisional Round rematch against the 49ers. But a strong core of veterans doesn’t envision that being a problem at an energized Lumen Field.
Top-Seeded Seahawks’ Ground Attack Coming Alive at Perfect Time
Keying the franchise’s quick ascent to Super Bowl contender, after a slow start in Klint Kubiak’s offense early in the fall, Ken Walker, Zach Charbonnet, and a rapidly improving offensive line have the Seahawks armed and ready to make noise in January.
‘It’s Just Football’: Seahawks QB Sam Darnold Not Sweating Stakes in NFC West Title Bout
Beloved by teammates for always being the same person and player, Sam Darnold never gets too high or too low regardless of what happens. When the Seahawks battle the 49ers on Saturday night, don’t expect anything different even with a division title and a bye on the line.
Streamlined Seahawks Collide With Kyle Shanahan’s Red-Hot 49ers in Winner-Takes-All Rematch
In Week 1, the Seahawks limited Brock Purdy and the 49ers to just 17 points in a losing effort to open the season. Four months later, with an NFC West title and the No. 1 seed up for grabs, the challenge for Mike Macdonald’s crew will be that much tougher against the hottest offense in the NFL.
New Year, New Number, New Beginnings: Catton Looking to Break Out For Kraken
It may not be a New Year’s resolution, but Berkly Catton has already made some changes for 2026 with the Seattle Kraken. What is going into that new look the rookie tries to truly stamp his skates in NHL ice?
Facing Former Team, Seahawks’ Sam Darnold Credits Panthers’ Tenure for Pro Bowl Success
Bouncing around in his first seven NFL seasons, Sam Darnold’s resurgence over the past two years largely stemmed from battling adversity earlier in his career, including in a pit stop in Charlotte that was a far bigger catalyst in his re-emergence.
Josh Jones Presented ‘Great Opportunity,’ Set to Start For Seahawks vs. Rams
With Charles Cross ruled out, the Seahawks will turn to a veteran backup swing tackle who hasn’t started a game in more than two calendar years, instantly becoming one of the biggest storylines with first place in the NFC and NFC West on the line in prime time.
‘He’s on Cutting Edge of Everything’: Julian Love, Seahawks Racing Clock to Prepare For Sean McVay, Rams
Trying to prepare in lightning quick fashion for a Thursday game already presents major challenges, especially against an offensive mind such as Sean McVay. But a healthy Julian Love adds to a defense well-equipped to handle the opponent in a high-stakes situation.
Shane Wright, Kraken Searching For ‘Killer Instinct’ to Break Out of Slump
Despite the Seattle Kraken’s recent 1-7-1 skid, forward Shane Wright has shown some good play, and Emerald City Spectrum spoke with him and others Monday about what the team needs to do to right the ship.
‘Dadgummit, Let’s Go’: Seahawks Bracing For Philip Rivers’ Unexpected Return as Colts QB
In a plot that reads like a Disney movie more than an NFL game week, the Seahawks have had to dust off film from half a decade ago to prepare for an unexpected opponent under center on Sunday, adding quite the wrinkle to a massive Week 15 home battle.
Scrambling Sam Darnold Rediscovers Mojo in Seahawks’ Blowout Win in Atlanta
In the midst of a lengthy slump with turnovers and sacks stacking in bunches, Sam Darnold pivoted to the most underrated part of his game to get back on track as the Seahawks blitzed the Falcons in the second half on Sunday.
‘Bro’s Playing His Ass Off’: Nick Emmanwori Enters Rarified Air in Seahawks’ 37-9 Win in Atlanta
Prior to Sunday, Nick Emmanwori had battled a case of the close calls, coming up just short on sacks, interceptions, and blocked field goals. But in Atlanta, his fortunes changed across the board in a once-in-a-lifetime performance for the Seahawks rookie.
From Undrafted to Unstoppable, Seahawks’ Drake Thomas Isn’t Simply Feel Good Story Anymore
Viewed as a linebacker whisperer coming over from Baltimore, Mike Macdonald’s most impressive coaching job lies the middle of the Seahawks’ vaunted defense with long flowing hair and infectious energy as a do-it-all cog in the team’s top-three defense.
‘Blur of a Human’: Ageless Demarcus Lawrence Continues to Wow Seahawks’ Teammates, Coaches
Playing arguably his best football in the midst of his 12th season, Demarcus Lawrence has elevated the Seahawks’ defense to another level while oddly enough becoming an unexpected scoring source.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s Record-Breaking Artistry on Full Display in Seahawks’ 30-24 Win in Nashville
Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s brilliance has made his accomplishments each week seem almost ordinary. But seeing the artist at work in the Music City put the rising superstar on another pedestal with one record after another falling and the biggest one well within reach.
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