Missing the playoffs is the last thing the Seahawks wanted, but Mike Macdonald has taken a positive spin on the disappointment looking towards 2025.

It’s possible more candidates will emerge before the Seahawks make a final decision. Understanding the philosophical differences that emerged between Macdonald and Grubb, we’ve ranked the present three candidates through the eyes of Macdonald.

Specifically, Grubb has called very pass-heavy attacks at Washington and in Seattle, leaning heavily on Michael Penix Jr. and Geno Smith, respectively. When Grubb had one of the nation's best offensive lines with the Huskies it worked out for them. When he had one of the worst in the NFL with the Seahawks it didn't go so well.

The Seattle Seahawks first year under Mike MacDonald has been what most would consider a mild success. Failing to achieve a playoff berth in the hyper-competitive NFC, where the #7 seeded Green Bay Packers finished the year at 11-6,

As has been a topic of discussion for months now, quarterback Geno Smith’s future with the Seahawks will be the big question of the offseason for Seattle.

The most important decision regards starting quarterback Geno Smith, who's had a hell of a late-blooming run the last three years in Seattle.

Turnovers withstanding, Geno Smith did a fine job navigating challenging circumstances to remain highly productive for the Seahawks in 2024.