Russell Baxter

Russell Baxter

Joined: Jan 27, 2025

Russell S. Baxter has been writing and researching the game of football for more than 40 years, and on numerous platforms. That includes television, as he spent more than two decades at ESPN, and was part of shows that garnered five Emmy Awards. He also spent the 2015 NFL season with Thursday Night Football on CBS/NFLN.

Jan 17, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) reads after a first down reception against the San Francisco 49ers during the first half in an NFC Divisional Round game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Ng-Imagn Images

Jan 17, 2026; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) and San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) shake hands following an NFC Divisional Round game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Oct 4, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Daiyan Henley (0) hits Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) as he throws during the first half at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Sep 27, 2026; Landover, Maryland, USA; Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Leonard Williams (99) at half time against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Sep 27, 2026; Landover, Maryland, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) in the second half at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

Mike Macdonald's team is suddenly chasing the unbeaten 49ers in the NFC West.

Sep 27, 2026; Landover, Maryland, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald in the first quarter against the Washington Commanders at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Amber Searls-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

The reigning Super Bowl champions stubbed their toes last Sunday at Landover and look to rebound against the winless Chargers.

Sep 20, 2026; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald looks on in the first half against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

The Seahawks look to continue their impresive play on the road when they pay the Washington Commanders a visit.

Sep 20, 2026; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Drew Lock (2) throws in the second half against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

For the second straight year, the Seahawks make the cross country trip to Landover to face the Commanders.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks offensive tackle Charles Cross (67) against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

The Seattle Seahawks look to continue their recent winning ways vs. the Arizona Cardinals.

Nov 9, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) greets Seattle Seahawks defensive end Leonard Williams (99) on the field after the game at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

The Cardinals host the reigning Super Bowl champions and look to snap a long losing streak in this series.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks linebacker Ernest Jones IV (13) against the New England Patriots during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

The 2026 NFL season kicks off with a Super Bowl LX rematch in the Pacific Northwest.

Aug 28, 2026; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) warms up prior to a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Seahawks News

The Seatlte Seahawks are looking for their second win over Mike Vrabel's team in less than a calendar year.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba (11) runs the ball during the third quarter against the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

The 2026 slate for Mike Macdonald's team is loaded with some key matchups and plenty of nostalgia.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks offense lines up against the New England Patriots defense in the first half in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

This unit was much-improved this past season after a problem-plagued 2024.

Sep 25, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Seattle Seahawks guard Anthony Bradford (75) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Will there be a new starter on the interior of Seattle's offensive front by season's end?

Jul 25, 2026; Renton, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike MacDonald during training camp at Virginia Mason Athletic Center. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

It all begins in 30 days with a Super Bowl LX rematch vs. the Patriots.