Mike Macdonald
Head coach of the Seattle Seahawks and the youngest head coach in the NFL at the time of the episode, with a background building elite defenses in Baltimore and at Michigan and a leadership focus on servant leadership, trust, and team culture.
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Oct 16, 2025 • 1h 31min
Seattle Seahawks Head Coach Mike Macdonald Talks Servant Leadership, Trust, and Team Building
Mike Macdonald, the youngest head coach in the NFL, shares his journey from high school coach to leading the Seattle Seahawks. He discusses the importance of servant leadership, emphasizing that coaching is about serving players' growth. Macdonald highlights the balance between tradition and innovation, and how trust is built through humor and a 'loose but focused' culture. He reflects on lessons learned from coaching icons and the significance of mental training, aiming to redefine the Seahawks as the NFL's standard in culture and performance.
Aug 16, 2025 • 1h 11min
The Richard Sherman Podcast - Sherm at Seahawks camp with Darnold, Kupp, Woolen & Macdonald: "This team is different"
Richard Sherman heads to Seahawks camp, chatting with quarterback Sam Darnold about his fresh start in Seattle and lessons from past teams. Wide receiver Cooper Kupp shares insights on his Triple Crown season and juggling family life. Cornerback Tariq Woolen reveals his journey from receiver to NFL Pro Bowler, eager to establish himself as the league's fastest. Meanwhile, head coach Mike Macdonald reflects on his evolution from intern to head coach, merging traditional and modern coaching styles. Excitement builds for the upcoming season!
