Mike Macdonald expects Charles Cross to play this weekend, which is some welcome news after taking a peek at the injury report yesterday. Left tackle backups are a concern though. We take a listen to Cooper Kupp today and it exemplifies just how selfless he is as a leader. Corbin Smith, Emerald City Spectrum doesn't have a surprise injury to report this week, as we had with Sam Darnold's oblique last week. He says it was inevitable that the Seahawks and Rams would meet in the NFC Championship game, given their respective seasons. They are quite evenly matched. What can George Holani do for this team in Zach Charbonnet's absence? Corbin thinks playing at Lumen Field gives Seattle the edge. We do a quick Daily Power Play, plus an awesome Blue Friday event takes place tomorrow and Ian gives you the details. Bruce Irvin, former Seahawks Super Bowl Champion brings back the attitude of the Seahawks' Super Bowl winning defense! He weighs in on the "Dark Side" of the current Seattle defense. What made the LOB different? Bruce says it was that everyone was a misfit in their own way. He tells us what advice he'd give to the young players on this team and weighs in on what kind of impact the 12th man can provide. He tells us the impact Pete Carroll and John Schneider had on him both professionally and personally. He also shares some stories we never heard before. We take some talkbacks and talk to Softy.

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The Seahawks are practicing and Mike Macdonald spoke to the media earlier today. Ian likes the way both he and Sam Darnold presented today and we take a listen to his mentality heading into the NFC Championship. with 30% of the NFL looking for a new head coach, how lucky are we to have Mike Macdonald here in Seattle?  Stewart Mandel, The Athletic tries to break down the Duke vs. Darian Mensah, but it's extremely complicated - how similar is it to the Demond Williams situation? He takes a look back at the NCAA Championship game and what made Indiana so successful this year. Curt Cignetti is one of the best talent evaluators out there.  Eno Sarris, The Athletic joins Ian to talk about Felix Hernandez's historic percentage rise in the MLB Hall of Fame voting that took place yesterday. What are the chances he ends up getting in and if so, when?  Mike Holmgren thinks the Seahawks will win on Sunday and win the whole dang thing. They're his favorite for the Super Bowl. He talks about how he'd prepare a backup quarterback in the Seahawks' current situation. And, of course, we have a very reasoned and level-headed conversation about referees.  Mick Cronin continues to whine. We check in on the Tacoma Dodge Text Line!  Crosstalk with Softy!

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Who do you dislike more in the NFC West - the Niners or the Rams? Ian would take San Francisco and really doesn't like Sean McVay. However, he does respect the fact that the two best teams and the two best coached teams are facing off this weekend: this is the Super Bowl. What will the Seahawks do at running back for this weekend?  Indiana wins the National Championship, but that doesn't show that anybody can win it all. Money talks, but Curt Cignetti proved that you have to have a jackpot of a coach to get it done, especially one who can put together a stellar staff. Cignetti's talent evaluation is second to none, and Ian says that's much more important than being a good recruiter.  The Daily Power Play!  John Lund, Unleashed and Westwood One joins Ian from the Bay Area to break down NFC West hate. John's on the same page with Ian in distaste for Sean McVay. Looking to the future for the Niners, is there concern about Christian McCaffrey's longevity? Lund tells us why Seahawks fans won't be happy about the officiating crew this weekend.  Checking in on the Text Line and Talkbacks! Crosstalk with Softy!

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Greg Cosell, NFL Films does what he does best in breaking down what the tape says as he previews the matchup between the Seahawks and 49ers tomorrow. He also delves into the other three divisional games we'll watch this weekend.  Danny O'Neil, The Dang Apostrophe! Danny reacts to John Harbaugh's move to the Giants and the fan reaction to the hire. He and Ian reminisce over previous Seahawks' postseason games and which ones stand out. What will the matchup between Mike Macdonald and Kyle Shanahan look like? Shanahan has a monkey on his back to win the Super Bowl. Danny is impressed by Mike Macdonald's demeanor and ability to tap into the emotions of the team. His style is consistent and it works.  Danny continues with a review of the Seahawks record at home in the postseason and the pattern of success they've had playing in Seattle. While it doesn't guarantee anything, the Seahawks are certainly set up to go to the Super Bowl. Danny tells Ian what would make him nervous about tomorrow's game and it's that games never go the way you think they'll go.  Rob Rang, FOX Sports and BC Lions reviews the Seahawks 2025 draft class now that the regular season is in the rearview. To what can we attribute the Seahawks' recent rushing success? Rob also reacts to Dante Moore's return to Oregon, where Carson Beck will get drafted (day 2) and previews the National Championship game on Monday between Indiana and Miami.  Checking in on the Text Line!  Crosstalk with Softy!

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Eight of the last ten coaches to make the playoffs in the last ten years are no longer a head coach. Ian wants to know if you think it's 'Super Bowl or bust' for the Seahawks. Is it a disappointment if they don't make it to Santa Clara?  Corbin Smith, Emerald City Spectrum breaks some unfortunate news as Sam Darnold has been added to the injury report today. Corbin talks us through the possibilities and what this means. What does 'questionable' mean on the injury report?  Sam Darnold has been added to the injury report for the first time in these two weeks and we hear from him at the podium. He sounds extremely confident is in his ability to play this weekend. Gregg Bell jumps on to give us the timeline on the Darnold situation - Gregg is certain Sam Darnold will play on Saturday and explains the NFL injury report. We breath a collective sigh of relief.  Stewart Mandel, The Athletic joins Ian for a look back at the Demond Williams situation and gives us a broader view of what we're seeing in college football when it comes to the portal. He looks back at the CFP semifinals and ahead to the National Championship on Monday.  Checking in on the Text Line! We take texts and talkbacks on whether or not the Seahawks are 'Super Bowl or bust'.  Crosstalk with Softy!

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Demarcus Lawrence should be ok, despite being limited in practice today. The Seahawks are 'managing' the Achilles issues he's been dealing with. Ian is fascinated by Dante Moore's decision to return to Oregon and says he made the right football choice. Is there a better model for the NFL to follow, say, perhaps as junior hockey sets up? Mike Holmgren shares his memories of the week leading up to a playoff game and the level of excitement that comes with it. Coach also discusses the coaching changes across the league and the 'why' behind the timing of several of them. Sometimes it's just time for a change. Is there any downside to a bye week in the playoffs? How much will the playcalling change for Shanahan without George Kittle? Coach thinks the Seahawks will win the Super Bowl and Sam Darnold deserves a ton of credit for what he's done this season. The team will play to his lead. Finally, The Daily Power Play!

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How does the juice for the Seahawks this postseason compare to the 2012-2015 seasons? Are we at the same level of intensity now?  Aaron Levine, FOX 13 joins Ian to preview the Seahawks matchup with the Niners this weekend and what he thinks it'll be like down at Lumen Field this Saturday.  The Daily Power Play! JACOB MELANSEN, KRAKEN RW joins Ian to react to the comeback win over the Rangers last night, his first goal in the NHL last week, his hard-hitting style of play and what it's like to become such a quick fan favorite.  John Lund, Unleashed! John gives Ian a rundown of what to expect from the 49ers this weekend in the divisional round. They're banged up, but as John says, 'they just won't die!' George Kittle might be out, but Lund has a great story to share.  Checking in on the Text Line!  Crosstalk with Softy!

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Ian Furness reacts to the wild Wild Card weekend of NFL games and the Seahawks now knowing they will face the 49ers in the next round, then dive deeper into the game ahead with San Francisco without George Kittle, in Hardcore Football with Hugh Millen.

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It's a football Friday! Ian previews the weekend ahead.  Danny O'Neil, The Dang Apostrophe! gives us his thoughts on the Demond Williams saga. It's a sad state of college football. We listen to Hugh Millen from this morning, who had some pretty strong thoughts on the situation. Danny reacts.  Drake Thomas, Seahawks LB made one of the most critical plays of the Seattle's final game against the 49ers with a game-sealing interception. He tells Ian what happened on that play. He also talks about his path from undrafted free agency to becoming an integral part of this dominant Seahawks' defense.  The Daily Power Play!  Rob Rang, FOX Sports and BC Lions of course weighs in on Demond Williams, which is a whole fiasco on his own. Interestingly enough, Rob sees Williams as more of a CFL prospect than in the NFL. Rob reacts to last night's semi-final game and previews tonight's between Oregon and Indiana.  Checking in on the Text Line!  Crosstalk with Softy!

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