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Mike Macdonald and his wife Stephanie Macdonald wed in 2021 Mike Macdonald married his wife, Stephanie Macdonald, in 2021 Stephanie is a former NFL cheerleader who met Mike during her time on the Baltimore Ravens' squad Mike and Stephanie share son Jack,
Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald celebrated a comprehensive playoff victory. The game started strong with a kickoff return touchdown by Rashid Shaheed (0:34). Macdonald praised quarterback Sam Darnold's performance despite recent injury concerns (2:01).
At just 36 years old, Macdonald became the youngest head coach in the NFL when he agreed to a long-term deal with Seattle in 2024 after leaving his post as defensive coordinator with the Baltimore Ravens.
It felt like the sky was falling for Seattle Seahawks fans on Thursday, at least for a short time, after it was reported that quarterback Sam Darnold was dealing with a new oblique injury and was questionable for the team's Divisional Round game against the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday.
NFL Network's Kyle Brandt asked football fans in New York City if they could identify Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald. They struggled, to say the least.
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Mike Macdonald shares optimism Sam Darnold will play for Seattle Seahawks
Head coach Mike Macdonald shared the optimism of quarterback Sam Darnold that he would be able to play for the Seattle Seahawks in Saturday's NFC Divisional Round playoff game despite an oblique injury sustained on Thursday.
The Seahawks didn't have to worry about any Black Monday drama this year as hiring Mike Macdonald proved smart as he sits atop his coaching class.
Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald provides updates on the Seahawks' injury situation and game preparation. Quarterback Sam Darnold is listed as questionable but optimistic to play (0:16), with Drew Lock ready as backup.
Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold leads team to 41-6 victory over San Francisco 49ers, advancing to NFC Championship despite oblique injury.