Aden Durde Discusses Leonard Williams' Dominant Play, Getting Ready For Week 4

Seahawks defensive coordinator Aden Durde met with the media to discuss the state of his defense, highlighting Leonard Williams, the value of interior disruption, and the development of young defenders like Nehemiah Pritchett and Maxen Hook. He also addressed the two third downs the defense surrendered on the final series and pointed to execution and detail as the fix, while naming red zone defense as a weekly point of emphasis.

Seahawks offensive coordinator Brian Fleury met with media to discuss his first full game calling plays with quarterback Sam Darnold, the offense's reliance on wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and why Seattle moved away from the run game after falling behind. He also addressed ball security with rookie running back Jadarian Price, the right guard rotation, and contributions from fullback Brady Russell, wide receiver Tory Horton and center Jalen Sundell.

Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold met with media to preview Sunday's matchup against a well-coached opponent with a strong defensive scheme, emphasizing that records don't matter and "it's all about tape for us." He discussed the opponent's versatile standout defender, the return of running back Zach Charbonnet, Anthony Bradford's engagement while working back from injury, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba's continued production against extra defensive attention. Darnold also addressed Sunday's lopsided pass-to-run split, his second interception, and how experience has helped him "feel the game."

Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba met with the media to discuss his route running, his pride in the complete parts of his game and his growing role across the formation. He credited his Texas high school roots for his creativity, praised quarterback Sam Darnold's red-zone decision-making and the versatility of the receiver room alongside Cooper Kupp, and welcomed running back Zach Charbonnet back to practice. Smith-Njigba said he is eager to play in front of the 12s at home again and that winning, not individual numbers, is what people remember.

Seahawks safety Julian Love met with reporters to discuss his calf injury and his push to play Sunday, the depth of Seattle's safety room with Ty Okada out, and the team's process-first mindset under Head Coach Mike Macdonald. He also praised Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Leonard Williams, and previewed the matchup with the Chargers and their quarterback who can make every throw.

Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald met with the media to open a week of preparation for the Seahawks' matchup against the Chargers. He walked through practice-schedule adjustments following the East Coast trip and provided health updates on Julian Love, Ty Okada, Zach Charbonnet and Irv Charles, while taking responsibility for improving game-planning and coverage calls after a loss. Macdonald also reflected on his season at Michigan and its influence on the team's "12 As One" identity, and offered evaluations of his offense, offensive line and coaching staff.

Seahawks wide receiver Cooper Kupp met with the media to discuss how targets are distributed in the Seahawks offense, Jaxon Smith-Njigba's fast start three games into the season, and the razor-thin margins that define NFL games. He also praised Tory Horton's potential, described offensive coordinator Brian Fleury's calm and consistent communication, and broke down his own touchdown.

Seahawks safety Nick Emmanwori met with the media to discuss his gradual return from offseason ankle surgery and how the ramp-up plan has brought him back up to speed. He explains the decision-making behind the procedure, getting limited snaps in Washington, and how he stayed sharp mentally and physically while sidelined during training camp. Emmanwori also addresses his growing role in a reshaped secondary under Head Coach Mike Macdonald and his ambition to become one of the best defensive players in the NFL.