Mike McDonald
Mentioned in 113 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
Head coach of the Seattle Seahawks who won Super Bowl LX in his second season, McDonald is widely praised across sports podcasts as an elite defensive mind and innovative scheme designer who transformed the team's defense to league-leading rankings. His background as a former defensive coordinator and West Point graduate has established him as a collaborative leader and culture-builder, making him a frequent topic in post-Super Bowl analysis and discussions about coaching excellence.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Brock and Salk · Apr 10, 2026
Hour 4-Stacy Rost, Need to Know, and Callers
“Ranked fourth in NFL head coach rankings; discussed as trending upward with potential to reach number one”
Brock and Salk · Apr 10, 2026
Hour 3 - For You In Review, Gee Scott
“NFL coaching comparison subject; discussed as self-taught coach with unique path to success”
Brock and Salk · Apr 10, 2026
Hour 2 - Why Are The Mariners Struggling On Offense, Whose Shoes, Blue 88
“Final approval authority in Seahawks draft process before selections”
Brock and Salk · Apr 8, 2026
Hour 3 - Mike Vrabel-Diana Russini Situation, Daniel Jeremiah
“New Seahawks coach; subject of discussion regarding Rams' offensive success against his defense”
Brock and Salk · Apr 8, 2026
Hour 1 - Late Night Mariners Texts, Jeff Passan
“New Seahawks head coach featured in promotional segment discussing coaching philosophy and team direction”
Brock and Salk · Apr 7, 2026
Hour 1 - Late Night Mariners Texts, Peter Schrager
“Seahawks head coach whose authentic leadership and defensive-first philosophy is primary focus of guest interview”
Brock and Salk · Apr 3, 2026
Hour 4-Stacy Rost, Need to Know and Callers
“Referenced for draft philosophy emphasizing 'rugged' edge rushers and defensive line preferences”
Brock and Salk · Apr 3, 2026
Hour 3 - For You In Review, Gee Scott
“New Seahawks coach, discussed team culture and Hard Knocks participation”
Brock and Salk · Apr 3, 2026
Hour 2 - Mariners Are Really Good But Have Concerns, Trending NFL Stories, Blue 88
“Mentioned as recent guest discussing team direction”
Brock and Salk · Apr 2, 2026
Hour 4-Should Seahawks trade up for Jeremiyah Love?, and How are you feeling after week on of the M's?
“New Seahawks coach whose defensive philosophy influences draft strategy discussions”
Brock and Salk · Apr 2, 2026
Hour 3 - Here's The Thing, Daniel Jeremiah
“Featured in audio discussing Super Bowl win philosophy and defensive edge rusher needs”
Brock and Salk · Apr 2, 2026
Hour 2 - Takeaways From Philip Rivers, What To Make Of The Mariners First Homestand, Blue 88
“Discussed defensive philosophy, evolution strategy, and emphasis on routine and leadership discipline”
Brock and Salk · Apr 2, 2026
Hour 1 - More Late Night Mariners Texts, Philip Rivers
“Seahawks coach discussed regarding defensive scheme and player management philosophy”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Apr 2, 2026
Eagles have a Jalen Hurts problem, Puka Nacua seeks help, Rams-49ers in Australia
“Discussed character standards and organizational culture in contract extension decisions”
Brock and Salk · Apr 1, 2026
Hour 4-Reacting to Phillip Rivers on Seattle's impressive defense, Around the NFL, and Trash Takes
“Seahawks defensive coordinator/coach credited with developing synchronized defensive scheme”
Brock and Salk · Apr 1, 2026
Hour 3 - How Does J.P. Crawford Feel About Colt Emerson's Extension, Phillip Rivers
“Praised by Rivers for defensive scheme and coaching excellence”
Brock and Salk · Apr 1, 2026
Hour 2 - Will The Seahawks Make One More Big Move, Robert Murray, Blue 88
“Discussed shortened offseason challenges and coaching staff continuity with 97% retention”
KSR · Apr 1, 2026
NFL Cover Zero: Hard Knocks revealed and 49ers LB Eric Kendricks!
“New Seahawks coach featured in Hard Knocks 2024 coverage; discussed as potentially more likeable on camera”
Brock and Salk · Mar 31, 2026
Hour 4-What does Emerson's deal mean for JP?, Schneider and Macdonald from NFL meetings, and Answer the Question Jerk
“New Seahawks coach discussing process-driven philosophy and roster decisions”
Brock and Salk · Mar 31, 2026
Hour 3 - Why Do The Rams Whine So Much, Jeff Passan
“New Seahawks coach who has beaten Sean McVeigh twice, including playoffs; discussed as defensive disruptor”
Brock and Salk · Mar 31, 2026
Hour 2 - Draft, Develop, Trade And Retain For The Mariners, Mariners Walk Off The Yankees, Blue 88
“Seahawks coach discussed for draft strategy and organizational culture”
Brock and Salk · Mar 31, 2026
Hour 1 - MLB's Challenge System Results Through Five Games, Jason Benetti, Mariners Extend Colt Emerson
“Discussed messaging challenges post-Super Bowl win; attended NFL owners meetings”
Pardon My Take · Mar 27, 2026
Sweet 16 Night 1, Giants HC John Harbaugh, Max Homa Stops By For PMT Spring Break + Fyre Fest Of The Week
“Praised for building competitive team with strong special teams and defensive culture”
Brock and Salk · Mar 2, 2026
Hour 3 - What Will The Seahawks Do At Running Back, Brian Nemhauser
“Seahawks head coach; discussed defensive philosophy, positional versatility, and offensive scheme innovation at Combine”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Mar 2, 2026
Jeremiyah Love at the combine, Speed is taking over the NFL, AI's impact on the NFL
“Baltimore Ravens defensive coordinator praised for handling delicate staff transition seamlessly”
Pardon My Take · Mar 2, 2026
Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald, March Has Arrived, CBB, Combine Cleanup + 10 Years Of Pardon My Take Memories
“Super Bowl-winning Seahawks head coach; primary interview subject discussing defensive philosophy and team success”
3 and Out with John Middlekauff · Feb 26, 2026
Colin Cowherd Podcast - NFL Draft Combine, Mendoza A Lock To Raiders At #1, Eagles Drama, Chiefs Rebuild?
“Seattle Seahawks head coach described as impressive and humble despite recent Super Bowl championship”
Brock and Salk · Feb 26, 2026
Hour 4: Mariners Pitcher Bryce Miller on His Preparation Process on a Day He Pitches
“Seahawks head coach; discussed staying on message with team philosophy”
Brock and Salk · Feb 26, 2026
Hour 3: Shannon Drayer on the Julio MVP Train
“Seahawks head coach; discussed for defensive philosophy, forward thinking, and comparison to Bill Belichick”
Brock and Salk · Feb 26, 2026
Hour 2: Mariners Star Outfielder Julio Rodriguez on Learning He Cannot Please Everyone
“Seahawks defensive coordinator; Combine comments on team identity and defensive philosophy”
Cover 3 College Football · Feb 26, 2026
NFL Combine Preview + Cover 3 Mailbag | College Football
“NFL defensive coordinator; discussed as potential fit for Harold Perkins' skill set”
NFL Daily with Gregg Rosenthal · Feb 25, 2026
25 More NFL Combine Nuggets, Bills GM Brandon Beane and Steelers GM Omar Khan Join the Show!
“Seahawks head coach; Super Bowl winner with smaller media presence than other coaches”
PFT Live with Mike Florio · Feb 25, 2026
Patriots HC Mike Vrabel, Browns HC Todd Monken, and Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald join the show from Indy
“Seattle Seahawks head coach, Super Bowl LIX champion in only second season, defensive-minded coach managing offense”
Brock and Salk · Feb 25, 2026
Hour 4: Mariners Insider Shannon Drayer on the Young Players that Could Impact this Roster
“New Seahawks head coach at NFL Combine; part of team's coaching and personnel evaluation process”
Brock and Salk · Feb 24, 2026
Hour 4: Which Mariner are you Buying Into This Season?
“New Seattle Seahawks head coach; referenced for organizational culture and leadership approach”
First Things First · Feb 23, 2026
USA wins Men’s Hockey Gold, Celtics beat Lakers, Pato O’Ward joins, Over/Under for 2026/27 season
“Seahawks head coach, won Super Bowl in second year, demonstrated coaching excellence”
Pivot Podcast · Feb 13, 2026
Nick Emmanwori Super Bowl Champion reveals the secret MOB behind Seattle's Dark side defense, opens up on his pregame injury, Sam Darnold swag, Mike Macdonald's insane X&O's schemes, his mother going viral and why he trusts Seahawks will run it back.
“Seahawks head coach; defensive genius known for innovative X&O schemes; previously worked with Kyle Hamilton at Baltimore”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 12, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 1 - More drama coming out of Pittsburgh, defending Fernando Mendoza
“Seattle Seahawks head coach credited with upgrading from Geno Smith to Sam Darnold and building championship team”
The Rich Eisen Show · Feb 12, 2026
Hour 3: Drake Maye’s Super Bowl Postmortem, plus NFL Insider Tom Pelissero
“Seahawks head coach whose defensive game plan was credited as brilliant in Super Bowl 60 victory”
The Rich Eisen Show · Feb 12, 2026
Hour 1: Seahawks’ Victory Parade Top 5 Moments, plus Hall of Fame DB Rod Woodson
“Seahawks head coach; former Ravens defensive coordinator who won Super Bowl 60 in first season”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Feb 12, 2026
One last ride on this year's coaching carousel
“Seahawks coach; discussed as successful defensive coach and source of staff hires”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 11, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 1 - What they are saying about Fernando Mendoza, the Lakers have problems
“Seattle Seahawks head coach; compared to Ben Johnson for transformational coaching impact; discussed Super Bowl strategy”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 11, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 2 - The early top 10 teams for 2026, NFL draft prospects, Greg Cosell
“Seattle Seahawks head coach; defensive scheme architect credited with team's Super Bowl victory”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 11, 2026
THE HERD - Hour 3 - Drew Brees joins The Herd
“Seattle Seahawks head coach described as potentially next Sean McVeigh-level talent in coaching”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 11, 2026
Hour 2 - The NBA's Tanking Problem, Jason Garrett
“Seattle Seahawks head coach; first coach in NFL history to call all defensive plays while serving as head coach”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 11, 2026
Hour 3 - Drew Brees
“Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator credited by Brees for building an elite pass-rushing defense system.”
The Dan Patrick Show · Feb 11, 2026
The Best of The Dan Patrick Show
“Seahawks head coach under 40 years old; defensive genius calling plays while serving as head coach”
The Herd with Colin Cowherd · Feb 11, 2026
3 & Out - Ken Rideout's story, Will Lamar crash out, Could McDonald call offensive plays
“Baltimore Ravens head coach who won Super Bowl; discussed as elite defensive coach managing offensive coordinator”
New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce · Feb 11, 2026
Cooper Kupp and AJ Barner Are Super Bowl Champs & Drew Brees Talks Hall of Fame | EP 179
“Seahawks head coach; discussed young coaching approach and team building in second year”
The Athletic Football Show: A show about the NFL · Feb 11, 2026
Building the Beast: Dane Brugler's updated Top 100
“Seattle Seahawks head coach referenced for discussing NFL Combine timing post-Super Bowl victory”