Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald discusses the preparation for their upcoming playoff game against the San Francisco 49ers. He emphasizes maintaining their regular process and viewing it as "Week 19" rather than overemphasizing the playoff atmosphere (0:13). Macdonald highlights the team's improved third-down conversion rate (1:11) and the development of complementary football across all phases (1:51). He praises the team's effort in pursuing the ball, attributing it to the players' connectedness and buy-in to the process (3:34). Macdonald also discusses the versatility of their defensive personnel, particularly praising Devon Witherspoon's growth as an outside cornerback (14:43). The coach stresses the importance of creating a positive work environment that balances seriousness with enjoyment (16:47). He mentions managing Charles Cross and Coby Bryant as they return to practice (7:49).

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