Heed the Call NFL Podcast with Dan Hanzus & Marc Sessler The Rise of the Seahawks, Salty Takes for 2025 + TNF Preview!
Oct 2, 2025
Guest Patrick "RotoPat" Dougherty, an NBC Sports fantasy football analyst, joins the conversation to dissect NFL season gripes and offer fantasy insights. The team highlights the surprising rise of the Seahawks and the impact of innovative knuckleball kickoffs on special teams strategy. RotoPat also shares his thoughts on films and how modern kicking has made games less thrilling. The discussion wraps up with a preview of the upcoming Thursday Night Football clash between the 49ers and Rams.
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Eagles Winning Despite Metrics
- The Eagles are 4-0 despite poor advanced metrics across offense, defense, and rushing efficiency.
- Special teams and turnover margin explain early wins, making them unpredictable and compelling.
Seahawks Rising Through Balance
- The Seahawks have surged to the top of DVOA under Mike McDonald through balanced play across offense, defense, and special teams.
- Sam Darnold fits the system and benefits from a supporting roster rather than masking weaknesses.
Prepare For Knuckleball Kickoffs
- Expect the knuckleball kickoff to spread as teams copy early adopters like the Rams and Panthers.
- Study kickoff film and analyze starting field position metrics to prepare countermeasures.
