The Seahawks are attempting to improve from last year's 10-7 season that resulted in them missing the postseason. They were good, not good enough. GM John Schneider and Macdonald responded accordingly this offseason, having made sweeping changes to the offense that include a new starting quarterback and offensive coordinator.

Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald offered strong support of Sam Darnold after the quarterback struggled some during the first OTA that was open to the media.

Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald called it a "crazy question," but he made it clear who he will be starting at quarterback once the season begins.