The Ringer’s NFL guru is back to break down the minutiae that decided Super Bowl 58 (19:04) and the effect it had on the legacies of those involved (26:36). He also gives us his thoughts on the Seahawks hiring Mike Macdonald (40:18), the potential of offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb (43:05), and where Geno Smith ranks in his pantheon of quarterbacks (51:41). All that and more in the season finale of Cigar Thoughts. Purchase exclusive Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct https://CigarThoughtsNFL.com

Steven Ruiz on Super Bowl LVIII, Ryan Grubb, and Geno Smith’s future in Seattle

You asked, we delivered. This show, hosted by Jacson Bevens, takes a deeper look at Seahawks football through the irreverent humor and unique analysis that have made his articles so popular. Join him, and his impressive lineup of guests, as they break down the latest news and look forward to what’s next. Aided by premium cigars and maybe (definitely) a little whiskey, it’s ‘Hawks talk you won’t get anywhere else.

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ESPN’s beat reporter sits down with Jacson and Mike to dig into his behind-the-scenes article on the Seahawks draft process (4:49), whether Seattle is closer to contending than they were last year (28:38), and where they rank among all 32 NFL teams (31:18). Purchase Cigar Thoughts Red Zone stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct https://CigarThoughtsNFL.com

Brady Henderson on Byron Murphy's selection, rookie minicamp & Seattle's standing in the NFL

The former NFL consultant and current VP of Football Analytics for Sumer Sports joins Jacson and Mike to give a peek behind the curtain at how front offices do business. The fellas break down the Seahawks draft (8:35), whether the league's emphasis on rookie QBs has gone too far (24:10), and the philosophical battle between Best Player Available and Positional Value (57:36). Purchase Cigar Thoughts Red Zone stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct https://CigarThoughtsNFL.com

Sean Clement provides an analytical look into the 2024 NFL Draft

The Athletic’s brilliant NFL analyst joins Jacson and Mike to give his overall thoughts on the 2024 NFL Draft. The fellas break down the quarterback market (6:06), analyze the Seahawks’ draft class (41:18), continue the Adonai Mitchell versus Xavier Worthy debate (59:09), and identify this years winners and losers (1:08:08). Purchase Cigar Thoughts Red Zone stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct https://CigarThoughtsNFL.com

Nate Tice on Byron Murphy II and the depth of Seattle's draft class

Jacson and Mike are joined by NFL Network’s Gregg Rosenthal, Seahawks Draft Blog’s Rob Staton, and 710 ESPN’s Michael Bumpus to rehash the first round, break down Day 2 picks, and analyze Seattle’s selection of UConn guard Christian Haynes. Purchase exclusive Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct https://CigarThoughtsNFL.com

NFL Draft Spectacular Day 2 with Gregg Rosenthal, Michael Bumpus & Rob Staton

Round 1 of the NFL Draft is a wrap! On a night full of surprises, one of the most unique first days in NFL Draft history is in the books. Jacson and Mike were there every step of the way, reacting in real time and breaking everything down with Seattle sports media stars Danny O’Neil and Stacy Rost. 14 straight offensive players! Penix to Atlanta! Six QBs in the first 12 picks! And of course, the Seahawks snagging DL extraordinaire Byron Murphy II. Purchase exclusive Cigar Thoughts stogies right here: https://anthonyscigars.com/product-line/Cigar-thoughts-ct https://CigarThoughtsNFL.com

Steven Ruiz on Super Bowl LVIII, Ryan Grubb, and Geno Smith’s future in Seattle

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