Is it fair to compare this year's Seahawks team to that of 2012? There are signs, as the Seahawks take on the Rams this weekend and are both tied for first place in the NFC West in the middle of November. We can actually watch a great football game without being stressed about the postseason implications tied to the results. Corbin Smith, Emerald City Spectrum joins Ian for a preview of the Seahawks and Rams this weekend and it's a true juggernaut vs. juggernaut on Sunday. It would be great to have Jarran Reed, but this will be a true litmus test for Seattle's offensive line. In The Daily Power Play, we get some health updates from Mike Benton, who spoke to Coach Lambert today - plus some words from Brandon Montour on the shooters' mentality on this team. Brandon Funston, The Athletic joins Ian to kick off the unofficial start of the weekend and gets you ready for your fantasy football matchups! Anders makes his Fact or Fiction pick and finally, we talk so Softy!

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Dan Wilson didn't win manager of the year, as announced yesterday and Ian gets it. He likes him a lot, especially in the situation in which he was put. If Cal Raleigh doesn't win the MVP tomorrow, can a Mariner ever win it? How real is the east coast bias in baseball?  Stewart Mandel, The Athletic joins Ian to break down the weekend that was in college football, where our local teams stand and what the CFP looks like right now.  BREAKING: Anne McCoy is out as Athletic Director for Washington State.  Mike Holmgren, The COACH joins Ian following the breaking news we got from WSU, and provides us some insight on the difference between college and pro football when it comes to job security. He also breaks down where the Seahawks are in the season, as well as the state of the NFL, as there are teams losing to those they shouldn't each week. Parity is king, so what makes one team better than the next? Coach previews the game Seattle has against the Rams this weekend and gives a specific breakdown of Matt Stafford.  We check in on the text line! Plus, some more information on Anne McCoy's departure from WSU.  FACT OR FICTION!  Crosstalk with Softy!

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Is gambling in sports more prevalent than we've previously seen? What is micro-betting and where should the line be drawn?  Joe Sheehan, The Joe Sheehan Newsletter joins Ian to give his perspective on sports gambling as it applies to baseball. Micro-betting can have a negative impact on all sports. He also gives us an in-depth breakdown of the World Series and whether the best team won.  The Daily Power Play!  John Lund, Unleashed! John gives Ian the state of the 49ers and his view of the Seahawks from a divisional rival perspective. John gives us his thoughts on the rest of the NFC and where Seattle must compete.  We check in on the text line and honor our Veterans.  FACT OR FICTION!  Crosstalk with Softy!

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Hugh Millen joins Ian to share thoughts and memories of Lenny Wilkens. The stories run deep in the roots.  Hugh tells Ian about what makes Jaxon Smith-Njigba such a special player.  Finally, Hugh breaks down the defensive scheme the Seahawks drew up against Arizona this weekend, as well as how difficult this defense is to prepare for.  Mike Sando, The Athletic joins Ian to talk about another commanding victory by the Seahawks and preview this weekend's divisional matchup with the Rams.  We check in on the text line!  FACT OR FICTION!  Crosstalk with Softy!

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Greg Cosell talks to Ian about Rashid Shaheed and what makes the Seahawks offense so good as well as what to expect from the Arizona Cardinals. Danny O'Neil from The Dang Apostrophe joins Ian to describe how in love Seattle is with Sam Darnold and how Arizona broke up with Kyler Murray over text. Also, a NYC trash update! Rob Rang of Fox Sports speaks with Ian about how the Shaheed trade was a great move for the Hawks and looks at the NFL prospects in play this weekend.

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Corbin Smith from Emerald City Spectrum joins Ian to discuss the Rashid Shaheed trade, how much he's going to improve the Seahawks and how roles might change going forward. Brandon Funston takes all your fantasy football calls and texts to help you win your Week 10 matchup!

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The CFP rankings are out, the Kraken are taking on the Sharks and the Seahawks have some news, a lot of which is extremely positive.Rashid Shaheed want to be here beyond this year. What can we expect from the Cardinals as we look ahead to this weekend's game with Jacoby Brissett quarterbacking in Kyler Murray's absence due to injury? Ian discusses what it means to the Seahawks and just how far they can go with Sam Darnold. Stewart Mandel, The Athletic breaks down the weekend that was in college football, as well as the weekend ahead. He talks about the Big 10 and why several past opponents of Washington State are rooting for them right now. In The Daily Power Play! Chandler Stephenson tells us about the importance of consistency with this team. Mike Holmgren, The COACH joins Ian to talk about the Seahawks' most recent moves, specifically the acquisition of new wide receiver Rashid Shaheed. He discusses where the team stands and their chances throughout the rest of the season. Of course, he has some great stories to share as always. We check the text line, get in a Fact or Fiction pick and finally, talk to Softy.

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The Seahawks made a trade, and Ian describes what it says to him about where the team stands and what they need right now. He is taking some positivity from the moves they didn't make. Hugh Millen reacted to the news today with MJ and we take a listen back to it. Ian has a lot of confidence in the Seahawks as they move forward. This move shows positive signs. Cougar Roundtable with Alex Brink and Mkristo Bruce! The guys chop up the disappointment we saw in Corvallis this weekend from the Cougs. What's going on with the offense and Zevi Eckhaus? Cougar Roundtable continues with Brink and MK's breakdown WSU's offense - is the quarterback of the future on the roster right now? What does the development of the team look like in the near future and how important is a bowl game? John Lund, Unleashed! John gives us the latest state of the 49ers right now, and we take a look at the NFC West, as well as the conference as a whole. We check the text line, Jess picks in Fact or Fiction and finally, we talk with Softy and a special guest!

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Hugh Millen joins Ian for Hardcore Football! What does this team look like without Ernest Jones IV after he suffered a knee injury yesterday? Hugh tells us what the defense might look like for the near future and gives us some insights on Riq Woolen and Devin Witherspoon. Hugh also gives us an in depth breakdown of the defense as it looks right now and schematically in the near future. Hugh Millen continues with Ian to discuss Sam Darnold and what this quarterback has to offer in the wake of the Geno Smith departure via trade. Hugh sees a rejuvenation in Darnold and breaks down what he's seen, from last night through the beginning of the season. Hugh gives his final thoughts on the Seahawks' offense and the surprise up commence of Tory Horton. He also breaks down the offensive line. Mike Sando, The Athletic joins Ian for the first time this season as we kiss the baseball season goodbye. He discusses the Seahawks' domination over Washington in primetime last night. What went right for the Seahawks and what's going wrong with the Commanders? Mike also handicaps the NFC, and the parity is across the board. We take a trip around the league to examine the headlines in the NFL. We hit The Daily Power Play, check the text, get in a fact or fiction pick and talk to Softy!

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