Mike Macdonald: 'Geno Is Operating The Offense At A High Level' | Press Conference - October 2, 2024

Head Coach Mike Macdonald addressed the media about the Seahawks' short week preparation and defensive adjustments following their loss to the Detroit Lions. Macdonald emphasized the team's focus on the upcoming game against the New York Giants (0:02). He discussed the challenges of managing player workload during a short week (2:19) and the need to improve defensive communication and execution (4:37). Macdonald highlighted Kenneth Walker III's competitive spirit (5:26) and addressed the lack of defensive takeaways in recent games (11:07). He also mentioned the anticipated return of Cameron Young from injury (9:53) and the addition of Jason Peters to the team (9:24). Macdonald took responsibility for the defensive struggles and emphasized the importance of playing together as a team (16:16).

[SonofMikeMacDaddy]

Coach,
You have no idea how much us 12's appreciate your honesty, accountability and all you bring daily to this team.

*IN COACH MIKE MACDONALD WE BELIEVE.*

[luvsspwge]

I know injuries are part of the game, but having your whole defensive line out is unheard of I fully believe if we were even at 90% we would’ve won that game

[vicenteochoa]

The amount of accountability he is taking for not having the defense ready and playing well is a breath of fresh air so many times I’ve seen coaches on other teams call out their own players and use the as scapegoats.

[GeorgeBrewertonDrums]

I’ve been excited about Mike MacDonald since it was announced and nothing has validated that feeling more than his personal accountability and his attitude towards the players.

[jenmazz]

You can tell Mike is dialed in and is taking accountability, which will demonstrate leadership to the players and coaches. He probably has some military in his background somewhere (or has a passion for it, as we saw in off season TC day trip). Love Coach Mike #InMikeWeTrust

[LeahE-dcgu]

I'm so happy Mike is our coach! We will bounce back this week! Going a game this Sunday, so excited to see players and our coach 🙌

[tamra]

I whole heartedly believe we have the coach we need. I love this guy!

[rig]

Whenever Mike Macdonald talks about Kenneth Walker K9, its like you can almost start to see the sparkle in his eyes. His whole face lights up in excitement. He even remembers K9 from when he was at Michigan State. You can hear it in his voice, Mike Macdonald LOVES KENNETH WALKER. He is GLOWING whenever he speaks about K9. And K9 deserves all the love. That roll over the LB for a first yard, best play ive seen a RB make since I saw Chris Carson do a front flip in the air and land on his feet again (And Carson was a big RB not suppose to do that lol). They remind me of each other sooo much. Love that our HC has a MASSIVE amount of respect and love for the abilities of K9 and Charbs. He loves him some K9. GO HAWKS.

[Max-zgci]

Having four quality / elite starters out would mean a loss for almost any team in the league.

[sinnombre-iwwb]

This man always comes out and respects the fans and media with his sincere, insightful, real answers. Well done Mike💚💙💚💙.

[zeeeej]

Welcome to Seattle, Coach! The travel is rough, but it's worth it to live in the NW. We'll have you talking about East Coast bias before the season's over ;)

[jamess]

The Seahawks offense would be unstoppable if the Seahawks had an elite OL like the lions. Imagine Geno and K Walker playing behind the Detroit lions OL.

[ventz]

Its positive that our defensive head coach has the backup with the offensive coaching to be able to focus on the defense after last week, we seemed to have little issue moving the ball just stopping it

[cameronrobinson]

Big learning game we just had. Let's do the dang thang this next one, ya'll! Keep pushin' positive, Hawks!! 💯
#Hawks4Life 💚💪🏾👊🏽💯💙

[markmitchelle]

We have to be really patient as our head coach is arguably the best defensive coordinator in the NFL right now, but he’s taking on something that he’s never had to do before which is be a head coach with the responsibility of operating the defense his way with coaches that have barely Any time of learning his way so by the time year 2 and 3 Have come I’m sure we will be operating at the highest level possible

[OwtkastMisfit]

He is playing at a high level. He just needs time in the pocket to play at his best!

[gohawks]

I can't believe all the compliments we've been having IN A LOSS! I am happy with the changes, man. Go Hawks indeed! I think we need to insure Geno with Lloyd's of London 😂💙💚

[sealordofbraavos]

The Seahawks gear that Coach wears is on point. I need to get some for myself.

[richardkosoff]

The offense wasn’t the problem Monday night

[thguz]

MacDonald has never forgotten K9 absolutely destroying his defense in college.