Mindset | The Sound of the Seahawks: S5 Ep. 4 | Presented by T-Mobile

Episode 4 of The Sound of the Seahawks follows the team through Weeks 7 and 8 of the NFL Season. Hear from Leonard Williams and his wife Hailey Williams as they practice mindset and recovery. And the Seahawks make a major trade deadline move.

Episode three of The Sound of the Seahawks follows the team through Weeks 4-6 of the 2026 NFL season. Ernest Jones IV and others speak on who the team can become in the weeks to follow.

In Season 5 Episode 2 of the Sound of the Seahawks, quarterback Drew Lock gets his shot as the Seahawks head to Arizona for an early NFC West showdown. Lock and the Seahawks put together a dominant performance in a 31-7 win over their division rivals, helping the Seahawks improve to 2-0 on the season. Then, with Sam Darnold set to return under center, the focus shifts to a cross-country clash against the Washington Commanders.

The Sound of the Seahawks" presented by T-Mobile is back. Season 5 Episode 1 "Finding A Way" takes you behind-the-scenes of the buildup to the Seahawks Week 1 win over the New England Patriots.

Preparation meets opportunity as the Seahawks arrive on football's biggest stage. Throughout the week, the team leans into routine, trust, and togetherness, embracing the moment while staying grounded in the work that brought them there. On game day, Seattle delivers a complete performance, combining a physical run game, disciplined defense, and timely plays in every phase. Kenneth Walker III leads the charge with an MVP performance as the Seahawks secure a 29–13 victory and their second championship. As confetti falls, the celebration reflects more than one night; it's the payoff of a season built on growth, belief, and a team fully aligned in pursuit of being the best in the world.

The Seahawks enter the postseason with the NFC's top seed and a well earned bye week. Seattle's path to Santa Clara soon unfolds into two showdowns against their division rivals.

With the regular season nearing its end, the Seahawks head to Carolina and secure a 27–10 road win over the Panthers, staying firmly in the hunt for the NFC's top seed. As the stakes rise, leadership within the locker room stands out as Julian Love returns from injury and makes his presence felt on and off the field, while rookie safety Nick Emmanwori continues to emerge after an early-season setback.

Attention shifts to a decisive NFC West showdown with the San Francisco 49ers, with the division title and a first-round bye on the line. In one of their most complete performances of the season, the Seahawks dominate defensively, limit San Francisco's offense, and control the game on the ground. The win secures Seattle the NFC West crown, a 14–3 regular season record, and the No. 1 seed, setting the stage for a playoff run back home at Lumen Field.

As the season moves into its final stretch, the Seahawks continue to find consistency through preparation and execution. A road win in Atlanta sets the tone in Week 14 before Seattle returns to Lumen Field, where Jason Myers delivers a career night with six field goals to secure a win over the Indianapolis Colts. Off the field, the team's tight-knit culture shows through in the daily work, while Rashid Shaheed continues to make connections in the Seattle community with a visit to Seattle Children's Hospital. The focus then turns to a pivotal Thursday Night Football matchup against the Los Angeles Rams, with two 11–3 teams battling atop the NFC West. Making their debut in Rivalries uniforms, the Seahawks face long odds late but rally from a 16-point fourth-quarter deficit to defeat the Rams 38–37 in overtime. The comeback not only delivers one of the season's defining moments, but also propels Seattle into playoff position and control of the division race. With momentum in hand, the Seahawks head back on the road for matchups against Carolina and San Francisco as the regular season reaches its final stretch.

Week 12 brings the Seahawks to Tennessee, where players take part in the NFL's My Cause My Cleats initiative, using their cleats to tell the stories closest to their hearts. With Ernest Jones sidelined, Drake Thomas stepped into the role of receiving defensive play calls, embracing the moment and the responsibility it demanded. Jaxon Smith-Njigba continued his standout season by setting the Seahawks' single-season receiving yards record, while also giving back off the field, joining families at Mary's Place for a Thanksgiving meal. The team returned home for a Week 13 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings, delivering one of their most complete performances of the season. With Ernest Jones back in action, he turned in a career day with two interceptions, a touchdown, and a leadership presence that earned him the game ball. The Seahawks shut out the Vikings 26-0, their first shutout victory in more than a decade. Momentum is building and Seattle's identity is taking shape.

A new playmaker arrived in Seattle, as recently acquired wide receiver Rashid Shaheed made his debut in a divisional showdown against the Arizona Cardinals. The defense stole the spotlight, with Tyrice Knight forcing two fumbles and DeMarcus Lawrence recovering both for touchdowns — a performance that earned the linebacker duo Nickelodeon Valuable Player honors. The Seahawks rolled to a 44-22 victory at Lumen Field, capped off with another round of Coach Macdonald's "Victory Monday" food trucks for the team and staff. The momentum carried into a high-stakes Week 11 matchup in Los Angeles, where Seattle battled but came up short against the Los Angeles Rams, hampered by key injuries and missed chances. Still, flashes on both sides of the ball showed a strong foundation worth building on and refining. Now, the Seahawks turn the page and head to Nashville for a Week 12 game against the Tennessee Titans.

The Seahawks continued their midseason surge with dominant wins over the Houston Texans and Washington Commanders, bookending a crucial Bye Week that allowed the team to recharge. In Week 7, Seattle beat Houston 31-10 behind Ernest Jones IV's forced fumble and interception, and a breakout touchdown from Jaxon Smith-Njigba. The Seahawks returned in Week 9 with renewed energy, rolling past Washington 38-14 on Sunday Night Football. Sam Darnold continued to build chemistry with Tory Horton, with two touchdown catches, while Elijah Arroyo and Cody White each recorded their first career touchdowns. Defense remained relentless with four sacks and an interception against the Commanders' offense. With talent across the board and a mindset focused on growth, the Seahawks head back to Seattle with 10 straight road wins and continue building momentum as they lead the NFC West.

Week 5 brought a celebration decades in the making as the Seahawks honored the Top 50 Players in franchise history, welcoming Seahawks Legends back to Seattle for a weekend of memories and connection. Sharing the milestone, both the Seahawks and Buccaneers marked their 50th seasons in a hard-fought battle that came down to the wire, with Seattle falling just short, 38-35. Refusing to dwell on the loss, the team responded on the road in Jacksonville, securing a 20-12 victory and their ninth straight road win. Now, the stage is set for Monday Night Football under the Lumen Field lights as the Seahawks prepare to host the Houston Texans.

The Seahawks carried their momentum into Week 3 with a dominant 44-13 win over the New Orleans Saints at Lumen Field. Rookie Tory Horton delivered a highlight moment with a 95-yard punt return touchdown, setting a new franchise record. Just days later, the team hit the road for a Thursday night matchup in Arizona, where Jason Myers sealed a 23-20 victory with a 52-yard game-winning field goal as time expired. Three wins in 11 days pushed Seattle into a much-needed stretch of rest and recovery. Up next, a marquee moment at home: the 50th Season Celebration game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, with both teams donning throwback uniforms to honor their shared history.

The regular season is finally here, and with a divisional rival in the San Francisco 49ers on the horizon, the city is buzzing. After a back and forth affair with the 49ers, the Seahawks were left disappointed with the result, falling short 17-13. In the NFL, there is no time to dwell on the past, and that holds true as the Seahawks quickly turn their attention to the first road trip of the season, a Week 2 matchup vs. the Pittsburgh Steelers. With contributions from all three phases of the game, the Seahawks secured their first win of the season, defeating the Steelers 31-17. A return to Lumen Field and a visit from the New Orleans Saints is up next, as the Seahawks look to carry their momentum back from the east coast.

Football is back, and Training Camp sets the standard for what lies ahead. Coach Macdonald's message is simple: get better every single day. The work is steady, the goals are clear, and the foundation for consistency is being built.

Get an inside look at what fuels Abe Lucas on game day and the mindset that keeps him locked in to perform at his best. The Seahawks delivered a gritty 6-3 win over the Bears on Thursday Night Football, doing their part to keep their Playoff hopes alive. Despite being eliminated from Playoff contention at the conclusion of the weekend's games, the team remains focused, embracing a "win the next game" mentality heading into their season finale against the Los Angeles Rams. As Jaxon Smith-Njigba ties the Seahawks' single-season reception record and Leonard Williams notches his 10th and 11th sacks of the season, the team finishes their 2024 campaign on a positive note in the form a 10th win. With Mike Macdonald securing the most wins by a Seahawks Head Coach in his first season, the team heads into the offseason knowing the future is bright, but there is more work to be done.

The Seahawks sit atop the NFC West as they travel to New York, where Geno Smith and Leonard Williams found themselves in familiar territory. In his return to the Big Apple, Big Cat made NFL history with a record-breaking 92-yard pick-six, the longest ever by a defensive lineman, turning the tide in a hard-fought victory over the Jets. Back in Seattle, Coach Macdonald welcomes his first child, a moment of joy amidst the grind. Treating every week like the Playoffs, the team travels to Arizona for a divisional showdown vs. the Cardinals, where Zach Charbonnet's record day helps extend the winning streak to four. With three straight games against the NFC North on the horizon, the Seahawks will return home for a Sunday Night Football showdown against the Green Bay Packers.

The Seahawks kick off back-to-back divisional matchups by traveling to San Francisco, where Geno Smith stole the show with a touchdown in the game's final seconds to secure victory. Back in Seattle, the team was welcomed home with a bit of adversity in the form of a windstorm, knocking out power at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center and across most of western Washington. As the Seahawks prepare for their next challenge, their energy never falters, leading to a dominant defensive performance in a pivotal win over the Cardinals. With the team feeling closer together than ever, they head east for the first of two straight road games, united and looking to build upon their recent success.

With three straight divisional matchups on the horizon, the Rams come to town for a Week 9 matchup, where even a career day from Jaxon Smith-Njigba proved to not be enough as the Seahawks fell short in overtime. New addition, Ernest Jones IV, begins to settle into his new home of Seattle, where there are hopes that his valuable experience and energy will bring a spark to the roster. The second half of the season is always a sprint, but first the team will use the bye week to rest, refocus, and self-assess. This is where resilience meets ambition, and it is vital the Seahawks take advantage of every opportunity remaining in front of them.

A coach's journey to the NFL is a winding road full of ups and downs, pit stops, and second homes. For Head Coach Mike Macdonald, Defensive Coordinator Aden Durde, and Assistant Head Coach Leslie Frazier, their stories of how they ended up in Seattle are no different. The Seahawks hit the road for a Week 7 matchup against the Falcons, where Derick Hall and Kenneth Walker III's performances were key in getting the Seahawks back on track. Boye Mafe gives us an inside look at a day in his life off the field, while sharing insights into the intricacies of a team dynamic. Coming off a loss to the Bills, it is important to remember that the NFL season is a marathon, and it is time for the Seahawks to turn their attention to their Week 9 matchup vs. the Rams.

After back-to-back losses, the Seahawks are staying focused and looking ahead, using each game as an opportunity to learn and grow as a team. Geno Smith shares insights on the long-standing rivalry between the Seahawks and the 49ers, highlighting memorable moments from their matchups over the years. Tyrel Dodson opens up about his visits to the Seattle Children's Hospital Gaming Center, where spending time with the kids helps him stay present and offers a welcome distraction from any on-field frustrations. With the past behind them, the Seahawks are ready to regroup and take on Week 7 in Atlanta.

What's important now is winning the moment. DK Metcalf breaks down the Seahawks offense, highlighting their undeniable growing cohesiveness heading into a Week 3 matchup against the Dolphins. Detroit native Johnathan Hankins emphasizes the significance of playing in front of his family, channeling that energy to elevate his game. After a small setback, it's time for the Seahawks to make things right and move forward with a quick turnaround showdown against the Giants.

You can't write back when you're busy putting in the work: a sentiment that the Seahawks prove as they start the regular season 2-0. Geno Smith reflects on the evolution of his 10-year NFL career, from building consistency to becoming a veteran in the locker room. The "pure power" that is Derick Hall shows off his truck fleet which is (no surprise) built the same. And the team credits big plays by our defense that helped shut down New England in overtime. With great leadership at the forefront of the team, the Seahawks approach Week 3 for a home game against the Dolphins.

There's fierce competition in the wide receiver room as the Seahawks finalize the 53-man roster. Easop Winston Jr. nods to the competitive crew in the building, while Seahawks Legend Michael Robinson expresses the anxiety he felt around roster cuts each of his eight seasons in the league. Guys are fighting for their dreams - and Mike Macdonald talks about the earned opportunity to play professional football. Now, things are real. And we have everything we need within this team.

Before the grind of the season, the Seahawks callous up in Tennessee with a few joint practices. Jake Bobo talks about making the most of his opportunities and wanting to contribute to the team's success, while Jay Harbaugh gets some laughs as he compares week 1 of the preseason to a science fair volcano. K'Von Wallace speaks on the respect he has for his former organization. And in the words of Coach Macdonald: the team keeps answering the bell.