Brock and Salk

Brock and Salk comb through their favorite moments with their guests from the past week in For You in Review, a disappointing loss for the Seattle Kraken leads to some hilarious postgame quotes from head coach Lane Lambert in Need to Know, and they wrap up the week by taking your calls.

Brock and Salk run through a new list of players connected to the Mariners as the offseason rumor mill keeps turning, including why the lack of aggression from Jerry DiPoto makes him nervous, the Seahawks injury report is a mix of good news and bad news ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Raiders, and Gee Scott drops by to share his thoughts on Las Vegas, and advice for the new board operator Michael.

Brock and Salk run through what they need to see from the Seahawks this Sunday when they play the Las Vegas Raiders, including a look at their dwindling hopes to win the division, the New York Giants look like a flash in the pan in Need to Know, and are the Seahawks really more like to miss the playoffs than get there?

Salk opens the show by sharing some new statistics, including one that highlights just how disasterous Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold can be after he moves on from his first read, a quiet meeting of MLB general managers in Las Vegas wraps up without much news as the Mariners are linked to another free agent hitter, and CBS sports broadcaster Ian Eagle joins the show to preview a Seahawks-Raiders matchup full of storylines on both sides.

Brock and Salk go around the NFL and check in on another QB controversy in Cleveland, the Seahawks injury report is lengthy ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Raiders in Need to Know, and data scientist Steven Patton joins the show to explain some of his work evaluating NFL offensive coordinators, and what it says about Brian Fleury.

Brock and Salk are serenaded on the subject of Seahawks quarterback Drew Lock in here's the thing, explain a quiet start to the MLB offseason despite the looming lockout in Need to Know, and chat with CBS broadcaster Ian Eagle, who will be on the call for the Seahawks game on Sunday, and shares why Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald jumps off the page in production meetings.

Brock and Salk try to unpack the value an offensive coordinator brings to a team, and one of the emerging trends plaguing the Seahawks in 2026, explosive plays, the Mariners are unlikely to bid for the service of star relief pitcher Adrian Morejon in Need to Know, and they debate whether the Mariners should priortize a premium bat or a talented fielder.

Salk finds a chart posted on social media so fascinating, he asked the creator to come on the show, what it tells us about Seahawks first-year offensive coordinator Brian Fleury, more names are linked to the Mariners as they search for a replacement to Randy Arozarena, and ESPN's Peter Schrager weighs in on the Seahawks quarterback "controversy".

Brock and Salk revisit an important storyline for the Seahawks season that is not getting enough attention this year, the Houston Astros pick a new manager in Need to Know, Brock talks about seeing the Huskies in person last week in Washington Wednesdays, and Stacy Rost fills in as a guest judge for Trash Takes.

Brock tries to convince Salk that Sam Darnold is still the better quarterback once he gets healthy, the NFL trade deadline has come and passed with a couple noteworthy moves on the final day, and ESPN's Peter Schrager joins Brock and Salk to analyze the NFC West and share his all-time favorite athletes

Brock and Salk open the show by unpacking a quiet trade deadline around the NFL, does the Seahawks lack of action signal confidence in what they already have? The Mariners are moving on from J.P. Crawford in Need to Know, and Seattle Times reporter Adam Jude joins the show to share the rumors he's hearing from around MLB as general managers are meeting in Las Vegas.

Salk opens the show by unpacking the latest reports from Mariners free agency, as they could bring in Seiya Suzuki to replace Randy Arozarena, Brewers manager Pat Murphy accepts the NL Manager of the Year award from a hospital bed in Need to Know, and NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah joins the show to explain his unique perspective on the Seahawks quarterback situation.

Brock and Salk analyze the big questions from their conversation with NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah, including his take on how the Seahawks quarterback controversy can become a win-win, count down the final hours of the NFL trade deadline in Need to Know, and wrap up the show by taking your questions and spending a lot of time talking about beef.

Brock and Salk debate what move the Marienrs should make next as MLB general managers meet in Las Vegas, what the Vikings are going to do at quarterback ahead of today's NFL trade deadline, and NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah explains why Drew Lock may continue to be the starter for the Seahawks even after the bye week.

Brock and Salk take a closer look at the Seahawks rushing attack after Zach Charbonnet nearly surpassed 100 rushing yards on Sunday, a busy week ahead for the Mariners as MLB general managers meet in Las Vegas, Brock suggests a new trending hobby to help Salk mellow out, and Brock has a suggestion for the Seahawks defense in Blue 88.

Salk opens the show reading two listener texts suggesting the Seahawks should trade Sam Darnold to the Vikings, why he thinks that won't happen, the complicated "situation" for the Seahawks at quarterback, the latest moves ahead of the NFL trade deadline in Need to Know, and Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald drops by for his weekly chat following Sunday's dominant defensive performance over the Cardinals.

Brock and Salk discuss how coaching has changed in both Hockey and Football. In Need to Know, the Seahawks looked good in their week 9 win, but the rest of the NFC West did too, the Kraken just couldn’t pull it off Saturday, Tanner Swanson in as bench coach for the Mariners.

**The Mike Macdonald Show can be found exclusively on the Seattle Sports YouTube page and the Seattle Sports app until 10 am Tues morning when it will be available on all streaming platforms.

Brock and Salk explain their views on how the team has come together as the season has gone long. In Need to Know, the Seahawks looked good in their week 9 win, but the rest of the NFC West did too, the Kraken just couldn’t pull it off Saturday, Tanner Swanson in as bench coach for the Mariners. In Takeaways, are sacks an overlooked part of the QB conversation? How does Jadarian Price’s success as a kick returner and pass catcher change the Seahawks’ current and future planning? Seahawks looked much better on 3rd down this week. What does a...

Brock and Salk start the hour diving into what they saw from the Seahawks’ Week 9 win over the Arizona Cardinals. Salk explains his view on the Seahawks’ Quarterback “Controversy.” In Blue 88, the 24-team playoff has been confirmed in a 5-year deal between ESPN and the College Football Playoff, Brock Huard analyzes what he saw from the Seahawks watching in-person Sunday, what plays are jumping off the page most this season?

Mike Salk kicks off the show recapping the weekend in Seattle Sports, the Seahawks’ and Drew Lock winning in commanding fashion over the Arizona Cardinals. In Need to Know, the Seahawks looked good in their week 9 win, but the rest of the NFC West did too, the Kraken just couldn’t pull it off Saturday, Tanner Swanson in as bench coach for the Mariners. In Around the Weekend, Maura details what we saw from the weekend’s NFL slate.

Brock and Salk speak with Kraken Defenseman Brandon Montour as the NHL season rolls on. In Need to Know, the Seahawks had 15+ names on the injured list yesterday including some big names, details from Mariners GM Justin Hollander on the now-completed Managerial search, and more on the Kraken’s recent performance. Then, Brock and Salk open the phone lines and take comments, concerns and everything in between from the listeners.

In Blue 88, Brock Huard talks Seahawks’ DE Demarcus Lawrence’s accountability in his words on the Week 8 loss, concerns about the alignment of the new-look Offensive Line, and Brian Fleury’s struggle with long, late downs. In Need to Know, the Seahawks had 15+ names on the injured list yesterday including some big names, details from Mariners GM Justin Hollander on the now-completed Managerial search, and more on the Kraken’s recent performance. Gee Scott gives his take on former Seahawk QB Russell Wilson’s candidacy for NC State’s Head Coach position.

Brock and Salk dive into the Seahawks’ Week 9 matchup with the Arizona Cardinals, what a loss could mean for a team searching for momentum. Mariners Insider Shannon Drayer joins the program to talk the hiring of Jason Kanzler as well as the risks involved in the searching process. In Need to Know, the Seahawks had 15+ names on the injured list yesterday including some big names, details from Mariners GM Justin Hollander on the now-completed Managerial search, and more on the Kraken’s recent performance.

Mike Salk starts the hour breaking down what we heard from the Seahawks press conferences yesterday. In Need to Know, the Seahawks had 15+ names on the injured list yesterday including some big names, details from Mariners GM Justin Hollander on the now-completed Managerial search, and more on the Kraken’s recent performance. Daniel Jeremiah joins Brock and Salk as he breaks down the Seahawks’ loss to Chicago on Monday, Salk breaking 80, the readjusted Offensive Line post-Quenton Nelson Trade, where the Offensive Approach should be as questions keep appearing?

Brock and Salk talk Drew Lock as Week 9 Starter for the Seahawks at Quarterback, what sort of questions could arise from Sam Darnold’s absence? Will we see Jalen Milroe? What will that look like? Mariners’ General Manager Justin Hollander joins the program to talk new Manager Jason Kanzler, the interview process for an MLB Skipper, similarities between Kanzler and former Mariners/MLB managers.  In Need to Know, the Kraken pulled off another win last night, the Mariners’ new managerial decision appears solid through test number one.

Brock and Salk take on your opinions in Here’s the Thing. Daniel Jeremiah joins Brock and Salk as he breaks down the Seahawks’ loss to Chicago on Monday, Salk breaking 80, the readjusted Offensive Line post-Quenton Nelson Trade, where the Offensive Approach should be as questions keep appearing? In Need to Know, the Kraken pulled off another win last night, the Mariners’ new managerial decision appears solid through test number one.

Brock and Salk open the hour talking about the whispers of Seahawks’ QB Sam Darnold’s OUT designation for Sunday’s matchup with the Arizona Cardinals being part of a “Soft Benching.” Is Drew Lock fully healthy himself? In Need to Know, the Kraken pulled off another win last night, the Mariners’ new managerial decision appears solid through test number one. In Blue 88, Brock breaks down the Seahawks’ newest QB signing, Adrian Martinez, a halfway check in both the NFL and in College Football.

Mike Salk kicks off the program talking Seahawks’ QB Sam Darnold’s injuries announced by HC Mike Macdonald. In need to know, the Kraken pulled off another win last night, the Mariners’ new managerial decision appears solid through test number one. Jeff Passen joins the program to break down the Mariners’ hire of new Manager Jason Kanzler.

It is Washington Wednesday as Brock and Salk preview a huge matchup against Penn State this Saturday, which Seahawks are on the road back from injury in Need to Know, and ESPN's Jeff Passan to share why the Mariners were so impressed by Jason Kanzler.

Brock and Salk debate Quenton Nelson's debut with the Seahawks, why MLB players are ignoring the economic reality according to Salk, and ESPN's Peter Schrager joins the show to explain why his concerns for the Seahawks are elevated.

Brock and Salk break down why the national media remains incredibly high on the Seahawks despite their 4 and 4 record, reaction from national media to the Mariners manager selection in Need to Know, what Salk's sources around the baseball world are telling him about Jason Kanzler, and Brock breaks down what the film tells us about Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold's slump.

Salk shares his election night tradition, reacts to the first impressions from Mariners fans following yesterday's announcement that Jason Kanzler will take over as manager, how MLB just took a big step ahead of baseball's impending lockout, and Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald shares his top priorities after Monday night's loss to the Bears.

Brock and Salk get ready for their weekly chat with Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald by revisiting their takeaways from last night's loss, and explain why Jason Kanzler could be a homerun for the Mariners.

**The Mike Macdonald Show can be found exclusively on the Seattle Sports YouTube page and the Seattle Sports app until 10 am Weds morning when it will be available on all streaming platforms.

Brock and Salk piece together why the Seahawks offense was so inept last night against the Bears, as the conversation circles back to offensive coordinator Brian Fleury, Brock calls out Nick Emmanwori in takeaways, and 

Brock and Salk sort through the mess of last night's disaster for the Seahawks, losing 34-17 to the Bears, analyze head coach Mike Macdonald's postgame comments in Need to Know, hear about Salk's "perfect day", and propose moving offensive coordinator Brian Fleury from the sideline to the booth in Blue 88.

Salk takes stock of last night's embarassing loss for the Seahawks, who were outmatched in all three phases of the game, why the Seahawks may look to make another move at the trade deadline, and we take you calls as listeners vent about the lack of creativity on offense.

Brock and Salk go head to head in a Seattle vs Chicago edition of Which Is Better? They preview the Hawks playing against the Bears on Monday Night Football, talk about Cole Young winning the AL Gold Glove at 2nd base, and more in Need To Know. And The Hawkblogger, Brian Nemhouser joins the show to talk about his relationship with Mike Macdonald, the impression he’s gotten from Quenton Nelson so far, and tonight’s Monday Night Football game against the Bears.

Brock and Salk discuss what might be the greatest head-to-head of the season happening tonight between Ben Johnson and Mike Macdonald. They tell you about the Seahawks running backs, news from around the NFL in Week 8, and more in Need To Know. They listen to comments from Leonard Williams, Matt Hasselback, and more on tonight’s Monday Night Football matchup.

Brock and Salk start off the hour by talking about tonight’s Monday Night Football matchup between the Seahawks and Bears. They tell you about the top headlines from Week 8 in the NFL, the Mariners hunt for a manager, and more in Need To Know. They give their Wants and Needs for tonight’s Hawks game against the Bears. And Brock talks about MNF and Husky Football in Blue-88.

Salk opens the show reacting to yesterday’s Mike Macdonald presser and specifically the transactions in the running back room. He gets you ready for tonight’s Seahawks game against the Bears, talks about this weekend’s NFL action, and more in Need To Know. And former NFL offensive lineman Olin Kreutz joins to relive his glory days at UW, and break down why Quenton Nelson is a game changing add for the Seahawks.