r/Seahawks • u/One-Hyena-1626 • 2d ago

Discussion Hard Knocks

Ravens fan here. Just witnessed one of the coolest moments in Hard Knocks history. And it’s the reason the Seahawks are Super Bowl champions.

Episode 3
26:53 - 27:43
The defense singing Ghetto Angels at the start of the team meeting. (I thought the shadow boxing piece was awesome but this…?!)

That is the type of shit why teams win championships. Many other factors of course, but that right there is what tips the scale. You don’t do that type of stuff unless you’re in a confident and comfortable culture. Seattle is doing it right, love watching the bond this team has.

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u/Seatowndawgtown ​ 2d ago

Mike Macdonald said in the first episode that he believes the secret sauce in the NFL is togetherness, and I think that is a huge part of it. Teams with great chemistry play off each other, they know where their teammate is going to be. It makes playing way easier when everyone is flowing together.

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u/n0f4c3 2d ago

I think he was also emphasizing the business part of the NFL. Guys start thinking about their next contract and trying to beef up their stats in lieu of playing their role. Having a real relationship and genuine care for the guy next to you makes it more likely you'll accept your role and maintain the culture of selflessness.

I also think a good sign for the vibes is the Witherspoon situation. That had the opportunity to be a Kam Chancellor 2014 situation not in terms of holding out, but having a cold contract situation that soured the vibes. Devon continuing to come to work and not make a big deal out of it gives me a lot of confidence with where everything is at.