The Sound - Season 3

First aired: 8/9/2024 11 episodes
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Episodes

1. Shared Vision

Aired: 8/9/2024

Deciding where this team will go begins in the offseason. As the Seahawks approach Training Camp, Coach Macdonald gets honest with his dad on the golf course about his decision to take the job in Seattle. Julian Love talks about his belief in the new coaching staff, and "Big Cat" Leonard Williams and Tyler Lockett weigh in about stepping up and playing at a high level. We have talent. We have skill. Now - we're building a mindset and playing Seahawks football.

2. Chasing Execution

Aired: 8/22/2024

Before the grind of the season, the Seahawks callous up in Tennessee with a few joint practices. Jake Bobo talks about making the most of his opportunities and wanting to contribute to the team's success, while Jay Harbaugh gets some laughs as he compares week 1 of the preseason to a science fair volcano. K'Von Wallace speaks on the respect he has for his former organization. And in the words of Coach Macdonald: the team keeps answering the bell.

3. Home Again

Aired: 9/5/2024

There's fierce competition in the wide receiver room as the Seahawks finalize the 53-man roster. Easop Winston Jr. nods to the competitive crew in the building, while Seahawks Legend Michael Robinson expresses the anxiety he felt around roster cuts each of his eight seasons in the league. Guys are fighting for their dreams - and Mike Macdonald talks about the earned opportunity to play professional football. Now, things are real. And we have everything we need within this team.

4. Staying Focused

Aired: 9/19/2024

You can’t write back when you’re busy putting in the work: a sentiment that the Seahawks prove as they start the regular season 2-0. Geno Smith reflects on the evolution of his 10-year NFL career, from building consistency to becoming a veteran in the locker room. The “pure power” that is Derick Hall shows off his truck fleet which is (no surprise) built the same. And the team credits big plays by our defense that helped shut down New England in overtime. With great leadership at the forefront of the team, the Seahawks approach Week 3 for a home game against the Dolphins.

5. Resilience

Aired: 10/7/2024

What's important now is winning the moment. DK Metcalf breaks down the Seahawks offense, highlighting their undeniable growing cohesiveness heading into a Week 3 matchup against the Dolphins. Detroit native Johnathan Hankins emphasizes the significance of playing in front of his family, channeling that energy to elevate his game. After a small setback, it’s time for the Seahawks to make things right and move forward with a quick turnaround showdown against the Giants.

6. Press Through

Aired: 10/17/2024

After back-to-back losses, the Seahawks are staying focused and looking ahead, using each game as an opportunity to learn and grow as a team. Geno Smith shares insights on the long-standing rivalry between the Seahawks and the 49ers, highlighting memorable moments from their matchups over the years. Tyrel Dodson opens up about his visits to the Seattle Children’s Hospital Gaming Center, where spending time with the kids helps him stay present and offers a welcome distraction from any on-field frustrations. With the past behind them, the Seahawks are ready to regroup and take on Week 7 in Atlanta.

7. What it Takes

Aired: 10/31/2024

A coach’s journey to the NFL is a winding road full of ups and downs, pit stops, and second homes. For Head Coach Mike Macdonald, Defensive Coordinator Aden Durde, and Assistant Head Coach Leslie Frazier, their stories of how they ended up in Seattle are no different. The Seahawks hit the road for a Week 7 matchup against the Falcons, where Derick Hall and Kenneth Walker III’s performances were key in getting the Seahawks back on track. Boye Mafe gives us an inside look at a day in his life off the field, while sharing insights into the intricacies of a team dynamic. Coming off a loss to the Bills, it is important to remember that the NFL season is a marathon, and it is time for the Seahawks to turn their attention to their Week 9 matchup vs. the Rams.

8. Rise Above

Aired: 11/14/2024

With three straight divisional matchups on the horizon, the Rams come to town for a Week 9 matchup, where even a career day from Jaxon Smith-Njigba proved to not be enough as the Seahawks fell short in overtime. New addition, Ernest Jones IV, begins to settle into his new home of Seattle, where there are hopes that his valuable experience and energy will bring a spark to the roster. The second half of the season is always a sprint, but first the team will use the bye week to rest, refocus, and self-assess. This is where resilience meets ambition, and it is vital the Seahawks take advantage of every opportunity remaining in front of them.

9. Stack Wins

Aired: 11/29/2024

The Seahawks kick off back-to-back divisional matchups by traveling to San Francisco, where Geno Smith stole the show with a touchdown in the game’s final seconds to secure victory. Back in Seattle, the team was welcomed home with a bit of adversity in the form of a windstorm, knocking out power at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center and across most of western Washington. As the Seahawks prepare for their next challenge, their energy never falters, leading to a dominant defensive performance in a pivotal win over the Cardinals. With the team feeling closer together than ever, they head east for the first of two straight road games, united and looking to build upon their recent success.

10. Step Up

Aired: 12/12/2024

The Seahawks sit atop the NFC West as they travel to New York, where Geno Smith and Leonard Williams found themselves in familiar territory. In his return to the Big Apple, Big Cat made NFL history with a record-breaking 92-yard pick-six, the longest ever by a defensive lineman, turning the tide in a hard-fought victory over the Jets. Back in Seattle, Coach Macdonald welcomes his first child, a moment of joy amidst the grind. Treating every week like the Playoffs, the team travels to Arizona for a divisional showdown vs. the Cardinals, where Zach Charbonnet’s record day helps extend the winning streak to four. With three straight games against the NFC North on the horizon, the Seahawks will return home for a Sunday Night Football showdown against the Green Bay Packers.

11. Building A Foundation

Aired: 1/10/2025

Get an inside look at what fuels Abe Lucas on game day and the mindset that keeps him locked in to perform at his best. The Seahawks delivered a gritty 6-3 win over the Bears on Thursday Night Football, doing their part to keep their Playoff hopes alive. Despite being eliminated from Playoff contention at the conclusion of the weekend’s games, the team remains focused, embracing a “win the next game” mentality heading into their season finale against the Los Angeles Rams. As Jaxon Smith-Njigba ties the Seahawks' single-season reception record and Leonard Williams notches his 10th and 11th sacks of the season, the team finishes their 2024 campaign on a positive note in the form a 10th win. With Mike Macdonald securing the most wins by a Seahawks Head Coach in his first season, the team heads into the offseason knowing the future is bright, but there is more work to be done.