Abraham Lucas, John Benton Share Unique Bond With Seahawks Through Football and Music
Super Bowl champions Abraham Lucas and John Benton have hit it off since Day 1 since they paired up with the Seattle Seahawks offensive line coach's arrival in 2025, building a unique relationship with a shared love for heavy metal music. Emerald City Spectrum reporter Corbin Smith catches up with Lucas and Benton from the VMAC to dive into their evolving coach/player chemistry going into their second season working together, discuss the importance of developing a rapport between coaches and players beyond what happens on the field and in the film room, pick a metal theme song for several coaches and teammates, and more!
Seahawks’ Abraham Lucas Livin’ the Super Bowl Dream
One of Abraham Lucas’ first football memories comes from almost exactly 20 years ago.
At seven years old, he watched the Seattle Seahawks play in Super Bowl XL in Everett, wishing — like many kids — he could play in the big game someday.
People often say “Livin’ the dream” with sarcasm when asked how their work days are going.
Now a 6-6, 322-pound right tackle for the Seahawks, the Archbishop Murphy High School graduate truly is leaving that dream. On Sunday, “someday” arrives, and Lucas will start on Seattle’s offensive line against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California.
‘I’m a Seahawk, Damnit’: Could John Benton Stick Around Post-Super Bowl With Young O-Line Nucleus?
With Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak expected to take the Las Vegas Raiders vacant head coaching job, it has been widely speculated that the play caller will bring offensive line coach John Benton along with him to the Sin City.
But with such decisions not to be made until after Super Bowl LX on Sunday, even considering his previous connections working with Kubiak both in New Orleans and Seattle as well as coaching under Kubiak’s father Gary in Houston, Benton staying put in the Pacific Northwest should not be ruled out.
Speaking with the Emerald City Spectrum during Thursday’s media scramble at the San Jose Convention Center, when asked about whether or not he could provide an answer on the possibility of following Kubiak to Las Vegas on the heels of speaking glowingly about his current offensive line group, Benton emphatically responded, “I’m a Seahawk, damnit!”
Analysis: How Will Klint Kubiak’s Departure Impact Seahawks?
There’s a cost that comes with success, and after the Seahawks’ Super Bowl run concludes on Sunday, Klint Kubiak will be taking his play calling talents to the Raiders. What does this mean for Mike Macdonald’s staff? And where may Seattle turn to replace him?
What to Watch When Seahawks Face Chiefs in Second Preseason Game
Starters will be suiting up for the Seahawks against the Chiefs in their second preseason game at Lumen Field, giving fans more of a glimpse of what they should expect to see when the regular season arrives next month, especially on offense.
‘New Challenge’: Seahawks OL Christian Haynes Banking on Versatility For Sophomore Breakout
Not starting a single game as a rookie, Christian Haynes battled through a difficult rookie season with the Seahawks. Will a potential position switch coupled with a new coaching staff bring out his best in year two?
Seahawks Stock Watch: Winners, Losers From 2025 NFL Draft
Set to kick off OTAs later this month, the Seahawks will break in a new 11-player draft class with some veterans benefiting from that group’s arrival and others closely watching the rearview mirror.
The Benton Effect Part 3: Which Seahawks Will Benefit Most From New O-Line Coach?
Entering his 22nd season as an NFL assistant, the Seahawks will be counting on John Benton to elevate the play of their young offensive line. Based on his past track record, which players stand to gain the most from his arrival in Seattle?
The Benton Effect Part 2: How Seahawks’ O-Line Coach Has Impacted Tackle Play
Entering his 22nd season as an NFL assistant, the Seahawks will be counting on John Benton to elevate the play of their young offensive line. What does his past track record say about his influence on the performance of tackles?
The Benton Effect Part 1: How Seahawks’ O-Line Coach Has Impacted Guard/Center Play
Entering his 22nd season as an NFL assistant, the Seahawks will be counting on John Benton to elevate the play of their young offensive line. What does his past track record say about his influence on the performance of guards and centers?
Mike Macdonald, Seahawks ‘Ahead of the Curve’ With Revamped Coaching Staff
Attending his first NFL combine as a head coach, Mike Macdonald sees the Seahawks way ahead of schedule compared to a year ago thanks to wholesale changes on their offensive coaching staff.
Klint Kubiak Excited About Seahawks’ New, Yet Familiar, Coaching Staff
Checking off an important box before calling a single play in Seattle, Klint Kubiak brought a few respected assistants on board to help him get the Seahawks’ offense back on track in 2025.
Examining How John Benton’s Hiring May Impact Seahawks’ Offensive Line Personnel
Offering more than 20 years of coaching experience in the NFL, John Benton will be tasked with fixing one of the league’s worst offensive lines as part of a new-look Seahawks coaching staff.
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