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Mike Macdonald news
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The gist
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald cited the Chicago Bulls' culture for a Super Bowl repeat bid. Seattle opens 2026 season against New England Patriots on Wednesday night.
Background
The Seattle Seahawks won Super Bowl LX last season, led by head coach Mike Macdonald. As they prepare to defend their title, Macdonald is using the Chicago Bulls' dynasty as a model for maintaining success, emphasizing team culture and daily habits over just winning championships.
How it unfolded
- Jan 25, 2026Seahawks defeated the Los Angeles Rams in the NFC Championship at Lumen Field.
- Sep 5, 2026Macdonald provided an update on cornerback Terrion Arnold, who remains on the commissioner's exempt list and is focusing on the mental aspects of the defense.
- Sep 7, 2026Macdonald said running back Zach Charbonnet is on track to meet an 'aggressive' return timetable from knee surgery, though he'll start the season on the PUP list.
- Sep 8, 2026Seahawks announced weekly captain changes, with new captains for Week 1 against the Patriots.
- Sep 9, 2026Seahawks open the 2026 season against the New England Patriots, raising their Super Bowl banner. Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson is ruled out with an ankle injury.
Who’s saying what
- Official
- Mike Macdonald emphasizes building a culture of trust, bond, and toughness, using the Chicago Bulls as a reference for sustaining success.
- Analysts
- Analysts note the loss of safety Coby Bryant to free agency as a significant hole, despite the defense's elite status.
Still unverified
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