I believe I have had an 'aha!' moment. I feel that I can see clearly now. Lol
I really want the Seahawks to NOT draft a QB this draft and build the roster for greatness and then the 2024 draft continue that theme and will be in a great position to take, wait for it....... Grayson McCall!!
Good article on ESPN regarding Bobby Wagner's return and how a lot of stars leave Seattle under trying circumstances, but most seem to reconcile and return in some way (they cite Bobby, Sherman, Lynch, Reed, and Bennett...while asking what will happen with Thomas and Wilson). It's pretty positive regarding the Carroll/Schneider culture. Just wanted to make that reading recommendation!
All these little red flags (trying to sound confident but coming across as arrogant/entitled, do-you-think-I'm-hot-selfies in the mirror (why can't people that do this find a friend to take their picture?), mayo in the coffee) wouldn't mean much to me if he had Bryce Young's game film. However, the lack of a great football resume coupled with how he chooses to present himself, makes me hope the Hawks want nothing to do with Will Levis.
Mauch looks quick and athletic for a dude his size in that highlight film, and that is also reflected in his combine numbers. Add in his good showing at the senior bowl and he sounds like a Pete/John target to me.
Kenneth, I made fun of your unconventional film opinions in a prior comment, but wanted to say that I watch a lot of the things that you recommend and I'm never disappointed. I hope you keep mixing your thoughts on film into your writing here at Seaside.
Plus we haven't had that ginger presence since Jon Ryan left and the missing front teeth just adds to the aesthetic. He's going on my FG Armchair GM Challenge for those reasons alone... speaking of, John "Placidusax" Gilbert better get to work on that!
Those pictures of jacked Levis just look like injuries waiting to happen (and if his arms get any bigger he's going to have to use some of his draft money to hire someone to brush his teeth). I get wanting to be strong and durable but I feel like flexibility is more important when it comes to that kind of thing. I know it's not the same as football but Ichiro was stretching constantly and I don't remember him ever getting an injury; or look at Brady who never looked ripped and even stopped eating meat (or something like that) and was rarely injured.
Levis just comes across as insecure and like he needs public validation for things instead of just believing in himself and showing everyone he belongs, not having people tell him he does. I don't care if it's with their last pick, I really don't want Seattle to draft Levis -- I can imagine him being some sort of sports blogger if he hadn't chosen football.
"Why do I call them the Washington Moons? I said this in the comments the other day because the question understandably comes up sometimes: I think Commanders is one of the stupid team names I’ve ever heard, I don’t care to use it..."
I suppose the natural and obvious "Washington Commies" must feel like low hanging fruit -- and a potential third rail in the comments. Overripe or not, it's still a better placeholder than Moons, which is equivalent to the "Portland Trees" of the NBA or the "Maine Maples" of the NHL.
A little too twee for the average sports fan, and lacking the appropriately aggressive stance, brooding menace and/or fierce independence required to effectively sell a well-oiled, multi-billion generating profit machine... er, sporting franchise... to the ticket and jersey buying public.
For the sports-adjacent and marketing virgins, think Batman and Superman, surely Thor and Iron Man, most definitely Black Panther. Not Ant-Man or Moon Knight. Certainly not Captain Marvel.
Of course, none of them have the stamina of ol' Joe -- nearly 1,500 days in and still goin' long and strong, and down with a little friction now and then...
Damn, maybe I should start putting Mayo in my coffee if those are the results!
That is one heck of a mixed playlist, I love it! F*ck theming your playlist, just dump a ton of awesome songs together - says someone who's drive into work today consisted of Nirvana, The London Philharmonic Orchestra, Beastie Boys, Michael Kiwanuka & some reggae. Keep giving us your weird and wonderful suggestions Joe, always fun to have a moment away from football.
Hot take, dripping with sarcasm sauce: I don't want Levis on the Hawks. Why? Clearly he's never watched Dragonball Z, and that's enough for me! He's doing the dumb "ascended beyond Super Saiyan" thing that Vegeta and Trunks did against Cell. Prioritizing raw strength and being swole over functional strength and athleticism is a good way to lose your fight/football game.
Who is my favorite WR? JSN, I suppose, if I'm picking one to draft high. Jonathan Mingo if I'm drafting for a DK replacement after the 3rd round, and Charlie Jones as a versatile P/K returner and WR3 or 4.
whoa! Levis has red flags for character concerns now? In addition to questionable taste in coffee? Entitlement is not a good look in a rookie. Sort of like when my deckhands tell me where to fish. Pass.
I always thought that was funny (captain didn't!), my fellow deckhand trying to tell our captain where the fish were based on rumors he heard at the P-Bar in Sitka. Good times!
Freezer troller, he owned the Seanna before that. Also worked with Mark on the Ocean Oasis, if you know that one. What about you? Troller? What was your boat's name?
Yea, I own a troller, and yea, I've fished around Ocean Oasis recently down south of Craig, which is where I have fished out of the last 25 years or so. Walden Three is the name. Freezer trolling is way more effort but worth it. In Canada they run 5 man crews with 2 freezer guys, 2 deckhands, and the Captain. I fish alone these days for the peace.
JSN he has all four tools: he runs a complete route tree, is strong and quick enough to beat press coverage; doesn’t drop the ball; and can break a tackle.
Not sure what you think of Primus or The Beatles but The Claypool Lennon Delirium is really good in my opinion. Les Claypool is Les Claypool and Sean Lennon sounds just like his dad -- some of the songs almost like Pink Floyd mixed with The Beatles and a dash of King Crimson.
I believe I have had an 'aha!' moment. I feel that I can see clearly now. Lol
I really want the Seahawks to NOT draft a QB this draft and build the roster for greatness and then the 2024 draft continue that theme and will be in a great position to take, wait for it....... Grayson McCall!!
Good article on ESPN regarding Bobby Wagner's return and how a lot of stars leave Seattle under trying circumstances, but most seem to reconcile and return in some way (they cite Bobby, Sherman, Lynch, Reed, and Bennett...while asking what will happen with Thomas and Wilson). It's pretty positive regarding the Carroll/Schneider culture. Just wanted to make that reading recommendation!
All these little red flags (trying to sound confident but coming across as arrogant/entitled, do-you-think-I'm-hot-selfies in the mirror (why can't people that do this find a friend to take their picture?), mayo in the coffee) wouldn't mean much to me if he had Bryce Young's game film. However, the lack of a great football resume coupled with how he chooses to present himself, makes me hope the Hawks want nothing to do with Will Levis.
Mauch looks quick and athletic for a dude his size in that highlight film, and that is also reflected in his combine numbers. Add in his good showing at the senior bowl and he sounds like a Pete/John target to me.
Kenneth, I made fun of your unconventional film opinions in a prior comment, but wanted to say that I watch a lot of the things that you recommend and I'm never disappointed. I hope you keep mixing your thoughts on film into your writing here at Seaside.
Good to hear, Grant!
Plus we haven't had that ginger presence since Jon Ryan left and the missing front teeth just adds to the aesthetic. He's going on my FG Armchair GM Challenge for those reasons alone... speaking of, John "Placidusax" Gilbert better get to work on that!
Those pictures of jacked Levis just look like injuries waiting to happen (and if his arms get any bigger he's going to have to use some of his draft money to hire someone to brush his teeth). I get wanting to be strong and durable but I feel like flexibility is more important when it comes to that kind of thing. I know it's not the same as football but Ichiro was stretching constantly and I don't remember him ever getting an injury; or look at Brady who never looked ripped and even stopped eating meat (or something like that) and was rarely injured.
Levis just comes across as insecure and like he needs public validation for things instead of just believing in himself and showing everyone he belongs, not having people tell him he does. I don't care if it's with their last pick, I really don't want Seattle to draft Levis -- I can imagine him being some sort of sports blogger if he hadn't chosen football.
"Why do I call them the Washington Moons? I said this in the comments the other day because the question understandably comes up sometimes: I think Commanders is one of the stupid team names I’ve ever heard, I don’t care to use it..."
I suppose the natural and obvious "Washington Commies" must feel like low hanging fruit -- and a potential third rail in the comments. Overripe or not, it's still a better placeholder than Moons, which is equivalent to the "Portland Trees" of the NBA or the "Maine Maples" of the NHL.
A little too twee for the average sports fan, and lacking the appropriately aggressive stance, brooding menace and/or fierce independence required to effectively sell a well-oiled, multi-billion generating profit machine... er, sporting franchise... to the ticket and jersey buying public.
For the sports-adjacent and marketing virgins, think Batman and Superman, surely Thor and Iron Man, most definitely Black Panther. Not Ant-Man or Moon Knight. Certainly not Captain Marvel.
Of course, none of them have the stamina of ol' Joe -- nearly 1,500 days in and still goin' long and strong, and down with a little friction now and then...
I also want to add that Washington, D.C.... Moons.... it's even a historically good fit.
The Bad Moons? Can even justify keeping Red as a team color
Blood Moons?
Yeah. Was trying avoid suggesting the blood in a team name.
Damn, maybe I should start putting Mayo in my coffee if those are the results!
That is one heck of a mixed playlist, I love it! F*ck theming your playlist, just dump a ton of awesome songs together - says someone who's drive into work today consisted of Nirvana, The London Philharmonic Orchestra, Beastie Boys, Michael Kiwanuka & some reggae. Keep giving us your weird and wonderful suggestions Joe, always fun to have a moment away from football.
Hot take, dripping with sarcasm sauce: I don't want Levis on the Hawks. Why? Clearly he's never watched Dragonball Z, and that's enough for me! He's doing the dumb "ascended beyond Super Saiyan" thing that Vegeta and Trunks did against Cell. Prioritizing raw strength and being swole over functional strength and athleticism is a good way to lose your fight/football game.
Who is my favorite WR? JSN, I suppose, if I'm picking one to draft high. Jonathan Mingo if I'm drafting for a DK replacement after the 3rd round, and Charlie Jones as a versatile P/K returner and WR3 or 4.
whoa! Levis has red flags for character concerns now? In addition to questionable taste in coffee? Entitlement is not a good look in a rookie. Sort of like when my deckhands tell me where to fish. Pass.
I always thought that was funny (captain didn't!), my fellow deckhand trying to tell our captain where the fish were based on rumors he heard at the P-Bar in Sitka. Good times!
What boat were you on? It's been decades since I fished out of Sitka, but the P-Bar was a fun place on closures.
I was on the Suki with Dave Clarke, he fished up there for decades.
I remember the boat's name, but can't place it. Was it a troller? or Seiner?
Freezer troller, he owned the Seanna before that. Also worked with Mark on the Ocean Oasis, if you know that one. What about you? Troller? What was your boat's name?
Yea, I own a troller, and yea, I've fished around Ocean Oasis recently down south of Craig, which is where I have fished out of the last 25 years or so. Walden Three is the name. Freezer trolling is way more effort but worth it. In Canada they run 5 man crews with 2 freezer guys, 2 deckhands, and the Captain. I fish alone these days for the peace.
Levis obviously has a high completion rate in the weight room. That dude is jacked like Kam Chancellor.
Wow, great food for thought! Have I mentioned that I like Henson Hooker?
JSN he has all four tools: he runs a complete route tree, is strong and quick enough to beat press coverage; doesn’t drop the ball; and can break a tackle.
Not sure what you think of Primus or The Beatles but The Claypool Lennon Delirium is really good in my opinion. Les Claypool is Les Claypool and Sean Lennon sounds just like his dad -- some of the songs almost like Pink Floyd mixed with The Beatles and a dash of King Crimson.
https://youtu.be/dZz9kPxM7h4
Kenneth, just wanted to say I really enjoyed everything about this article. Thanks
Thanks! That's great to hear, I did enjoy writing it and I think more segments/series will really be useful for everyone involved.
The Seahawks gave Ryan Neal an offer sheet, so no probably not. Let's address it in training camp.