Locked On Seahawks - Daily Podcast On The Seattle Seahawks

More than three years ago, the Seahawks cut ties with perennial All Pro cornerback Richard Sherman after he ruptured his Achilles tendon and he promptly signed with the 49ers, joining a bitter NFC West rival. As Sherman heads back into free agency, hosts Corbin Smith and Rob Rang discuss the likelihood of the star defender returning to the Pacific Northwest in 2021, why his return would bolster the secondary, and investigate what it may cost to sign him. The crew also plays "Tinder Thursday" debating whether or not to re-sign four different unrestricted Seahawks free agents and revisits Alton Robinson's stellar rookie season.

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Though the NFL has yet to announce the salary cap value for 2021, it's expected to drop significantly due to the COVID-19 pandemic and teams across the league are already bracing for an unprecedented offseason by releasing high-priced veterans. Hosts Corbin Smith and Rob Rang investigate how the league's financial climate could lead to "super" teams being assembled for the 2021 season, analyze several recent "cap casualties" who could be on Seattle's radar in free agency, and take a close look at the tough decisions facing the franchise at the linebacker spot.

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Without fans in attendance, the Seahawks decided not to induct a new member to their exclusive "Ring of Honor" in 2020. But per team president Chuck Arnold, that's expected to change next season. Hosts Corbin Smith and Rob Rang debate who may join the likes of all-time greats such as Walter Jones and Cortez Kennedy in the rafters, revisit Seattle's 2016 draft class five years later, and break down the Seahawks running back group heading towards free agency and the 2021 NFL Draft.

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After losing Greg Olsen to retirement, the Seahawks appear to be swinging for the fences once again trying to land a marquee veteran tight end and have reportedly discussed a potential trade for Eagles standout Zach Ertz. Host Corbin Smith investigates Seattle's interest in Ertz, explains why such a trade may be difficult for general manager John Schneider to pull off, and analyzes several listener entries for "Mock Draft Monday" with a focus on drafting a developmental quarterback.

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John Schneider and Pete Carroll never leave a stone unturned when it comes to big names who become available in free agency. But will the Seahawks actually make a run at defensive end J.J. Watt, who was released by the Texans on Friday? Host Corbin Smith discusses the possibility of the three-time Defensive Player of the Year award winner coming to Seattle and analyzes his top five free agency and draft crushes in honor of Valentines Day.

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Only with an estimated $4.1 million in cap space, the Seahawks don't appear to have much money available to spend in free agency. But as hosts Corbin Smith and Nick Lee point out, general manager John Schneider has a number of tools at his disposal to generate financial flexibility to help upgrade the roster. Smith and Lee also played a spirited round of "Tinder Thursday" determining whether or not to re-sign four impending free agents and analyze where Colby Parkinson fits into the Seahawks' plans after his rookie season.

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Following his comments about wanting more involvement making personnel decisions and improved pass protection, Russell Wilson and the Seahawks are entering a critical offseason with a new coordinator in Shane Waldron set to take over in 2021. Hosts Corbin Smith and Rob Rang discuss the challenging situation Waldron walks into given the different offensive visions held by Wilson and coach Pete Carroll as well as the quarterback's reported discontent, answer listener mailbag questions, and begin positional overviews taking a look at the future for Jarran Reed, Poona Ford, and Seattle's defensive tackles group.

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Partaking in a pair of interviews on Tuesday, with rumors of his discontent already swirling, Russell Wilson threw a bit of gas on the fire discussing his status with the Seahawks and concerns over pass protection in front of him. Hosts Corbin Smith and Rob Rang take a close look at his comments and share their thoughts on what they mean for 2021 and beyond, revisit Tom Flores' legacy for "Throwback Tuesday," and debate whether or not general manager John Schneider needs to alter how he approaches free agency this March.

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Once again working magic off the field during the most challenging year of our lives, Russell Wilson was named the Walter Payton Man of the Year recipient for 2020 during Saturday's annual NFL Honors. Hosts Corbin Smith and Rob Rang discuss Wilson's lasting impact helping those in need both in the Seattle community and across the country, comb through several listener drafts for "Mock Draft Monday," and dish out a five-step offensive blueprint for guiding the Seahawks to the Super Bowl next season.

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Driven to become a college basketball star from an early age, Cedrick Lattimore never envisioned football being a significant part of his future and even dropped the sport at one point in high school. But seven years later, he's poised to emerge a key part of Seattle's plans in 2021 and beyond. Host Corbin Smith chats with Lattimore about the hours leading up to his NFL debut with the Seahawks, his unique path to the league coming from East English Village Prep in Detroit, his "welcome to the league" moment, and much more!

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