Overview
- At his introduction, Fleury said Seattle’s attack will stay close to Klint Kubiak’s scheme and play “fast, violent, aggressive,” drawing on principles from Kyle Shanahan’s system.
- Fleury plans to call plays from the sideline after testing both the booth and field in the preseason, and he has not previously called offensive plays in the NFL.
- Head coach Mike Macdonald emphasized alignment and continuity in the hire, and Fleury noted a preexisting working relationship with quarterback Sam Darnold from their time in San Francisco.
- Running back Kenneth Walker III and receiver Rashid Shaheed are set for unrestricted free agency, and Reuters reported Seattle is unlikely to use the roughly $14.1 million franchise tag on Walker as Shaheed has indicated interest in re‑signing.
- Seattle finalized Zach Orr as inside linebackers coach with Kirk Olivadotti remaining in a new role, and ESPN reported additions and changes including Daniel Stern joining the staff, Justin Outten’s promotion to run game coordinator, and Thomas Hammock as running backs coach/senior offensive assistant.