The Seattle Seahawks’ journey to Super Bowl glory was marked by positivity, and that spirit seems to have carried over to their NFL Players Association report card. Released by ESPN, the report card reflects player surveys and paints a picture of an organization that’s largely hitting the right notes.
The Seahawks scored either an A or B in nearly all categories, showcasing their strength in coaching, training staff, and player amenities. However, Lumen Field’s playing surface received an F, placing it among the league's lower-ranked fields. This artificial turf issue is part of a broader conversation in the NFL, with many players advocating for natural grass fields, like those at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium.
This new “home field” ranking from the 2025 survey has sparked fresh debate over playing surfaces. Seahawks players, including Quandre Diggs, and former Head Coach Pete Carroll, have been vocal about the need for more grass fields, especially after a game at SoFi Stadium against the Chargers.
Despite the field concerns, the Seahawks are held in high regard overall. They earned an A for Head Coach Mike Macdonald, General Manager John Schneider, and team ownership. Defensive Coordinator Aden Durde stood out with an A+, joining the elite ranks of former Chargers DC and current Ravens head coach Jesse Minter, and Eagles DC Vic Fangio.
Here's a detailed look at the Seahawks' grades:
- Treatment of Families: B+ (2025: A-)
- Home Game Field: F (2025: N/A)
- Food/Dining Area: A- (2025: B)
- Nutritionist/Dietician: A (2025: B)
- Locker Room: B+ (2025: B+)
- Training Staff: A (2025: B-)
- Weight Room: A- (2025: B)
- Strength Coaches: A (2025: A-)
- Position Coaches: A- (2025: N/A)
- Offensive Coordinator: A (2025: N/A)
- Defensive Coordinator: A+ (2025: N/A)
- Special Teams Coordinator: A (2025: N/A)
- Team Travel: A- (2025: A-)
- Head Coach: A (2025: A)
- General Manager: A (2025: N/A)
- Team Ownership: A (2025: C+)
The Seahawks’ report card reflects a franchise that’s building on its strengths, even as it navigates challenges like field conditions. With leadership and staff earning high marks, Seattle fans have plenty of reasons to feel optimistic about the team’s direction.