The Seattle Seahawks were the only 10-win franchise in the league to miss the postseason in 2024. General manager John Schneider and head coach Mike Macdonald aren’t interested in participation medals, however. Together, they’re focused on improving the Seahawks this offseason to ensure a disappointing repeat doesn’t occur in 2025.
The NFC West will be difficult again in 2025. The division-winning Los Angeles Rams just upset the Minnesota Vikings in the playoffs, and both the San Francisco 49ers and Arizona Cardinals should improve. With all that in mind, we’ve identified three must-achieves if the Seahawks are to avoid falling short again.
Field a more balanced offense
The Seahawks’ offense ranked seventh in passing attempts (593) and 29th in rushing attempts (383) in 2024. The lack of a well-balanced offense is partially why Macdonald dismissed offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb this offseason. Seattle needs to be more efficient on offense in 2025.
Run the football effectively
Naturally, the Seahawks were ineffective at running the football. Despite having high-end backs like Kenneth Walker III and Zach Charbonnet in the fold, the offense finished 28th in rushing yards per game (95.7) and 28th in total ground yards (1,627). The next offensive coordinator must upgrade the Seahawks’ down-to-down rushing efficiency.
Fewer turnovers
Starting quarterback Geno Smith threw the second-most interceptions (15) this past season, trailing just Baker Mayfield and Kirk Cousins (16) for the league lead. Again, a more well-balanced offense would help Smith (and the entire offense) limit the turnovers in 2025. The Seahawks need to be a protect-the-ball offense next season.
