Michael Hanich

Joined: Oct 9, 2025

Michael Hanich is a long-time sports journalist with experience across print, digital, and television. He is currently a producer and reporter for WKRG News 5 in Mobile, Alabama, and has covered Alabama football, Auburn football and basketball, and various college and pro teams for Gulf Coast Media and YardBarker.

Nov 30, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks linebacker Patrick O'Connell (52) warms up before the game against the Minnesota Vikings at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

The Seattle Seahawks aren't looking to run it back as the defending Super Bowl champions this upcoming 2026 NFL Season, but rather running it forward.

Jan 17, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV (13) reacts after an interception against the San Francisco 49ers during the second half in an NFC Divisional Round game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

The Seattle Seahawks have a strong roster heading into the 2026 NFL Season, but there needs to be strong competition during OTAs to help finalize starters or backups.

Apr 27, 2023; Kansas City, MO, USA; Illinois cornerback Devon Witherspoon with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell after being selected by the Seattle Seahawks fifth overall in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft at Union Station. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Draft

The Seattle Seahawks couldn't have a better 2023 NFL Draft if forced to re-draft as general manager John Schneider John Schneider made the perfect picks in the first round.

Dec 8, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Seattle Seahawks center Olu Oluwatimi (51) and guard Laken Tomlinson (70) against Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Roy Lopez (98) at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

The Seattle Seahawks have been rumored to put backup center Olu Oluwatimi on the trade block for a late round pick that might not be worth the risk.

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) celebrates his touchdown with quarterback Sam Darnold (14) during the second quarter against the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025.

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Many doubters believe Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold will decline this upcoming 2026 NFL Season, but new offensive coordinator Brian Fleury is ready to prove them wrong.

Dec 18, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks punter Michael Dickson (4) looks on in the fourth quarter against the Los Angeles Rams at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

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The Seattle Seahawks have several elite players on their roster, but one of the most quiet and elite players is punter Michael Dickson.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) celebrates after a play during the fourth quarter against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

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Talks between the Seattle Seahawks and star cornerback Devon Witherspoon have stalled for a contract extension, but there is still much hope for the two to make a long-term deal in Seattle.

Jan 25, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) looks on before the 2026 NFC Championship Game against the Los Angeles Rams at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold isn't getting the respect that other Super Bowl-winning quarterbacks have gotten in the past.

Sep 21, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) and New Orleans Saints running back Velus Jones Jr. (13) shake hands after the game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

The Seattle Seahawks have a talented player in running back Velus Jones Jr., who could be a surprising valuable asset this 2026 NFL Season if he can be developed.

Oct 19, 2024; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; TCU Horned Frogs safety Bud Clark (21) intercepts a pass intended for Utah Utes wide receiver Luca Caldarella (19) during the fourth quarter at Rice-Eccles Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

The Seattle Seahawks have the capability of making rookie Bud Clark a starting safety this upcoming 2026 NFL Season, but he might serve a bigger purpose as a dynamic backup.

Feb 11, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba holds the Vince Lombardi trophy during the Super Bowl LX trophy celebration at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

The Madden NFL 27 cover has plenty of clear options, but Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba more than deserves the opportunity for the honor.

Notre Dame running back Jadarian Price (24) celebrates getting a first down in the first half of a NCAA football game against Southern California at Notre Dame Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025, in South Bend.

Seahawks News

The Seattle Seahawks got a solid 2026 NFL Draft class with several contributors across the board, but it could look even better in a few years like the 2023 NFL Draft class.

Michael Hanich

Joined: Oct 9, 2025

Seahawks Post-June 1 Cut Candidates: Who Could Be a Salary Cap Casualty?

Two Young Players Who Impressed During Seahawks’ OTAs

Seahawks’ Demarcus Lawrence Puts Retirement Rumors To Rest

Irvin Charles’ Trade to Seahawks is Bad News for Emmanuel Henderson

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Seahawks Have the Perfect Mindset as Reigning Super Bowl Champs

Seahawks News

Seahawks 53-Man Roster Projection Heading Into OTAs

Draft

Re-Draft Shows the Seahawks Couldn’t Have a Better 2023 Draft Class

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Why the Seattle Seahawks Shouldn't Trade Olu Oluwatimi

Seahawks News

How Brian Fleury Won’t Fail Seahawks QB Sam Darnold

Seahawks News

Michael Dickson Is Seahawks’ Most Underappreciated Elite Player

Seahawks News

Seahawks Shouldn’t Worry About Devon Witherspoon’s Extension

Seahawks News

Seahawks’ Sam Darnold Disrespected Despite Super Bowl Win

Velus Jones Jr. Looking To Prove Worth in 2026 With Seahawks

How Bud Clark Might Be Better for Seahawks as a Backup

Pros and Cons of Seahawks’ JSN on the Cover of Madden 27

How the Seahawks’ 2026 Draft Class Could Be Better in a Few Years