The Seattle Seahawks have made a bold move by bringing in Brian Fleury as their new offensive coordinator, following Klint Kubiak's departure to coach in Las Vegas after Super Bowl LX. Fleury steps into this high-profile role without prior play-calling experience in the NFL, but head coach Mike Macdonald isn't concerned.
Macdonald, speaking at a recent press conference, downplayed the significance of Fleury's lack of experience in this area. "All play-callers have to be first-time play-callers at some point," he noted, emphasizing the potential for growth and innovation.
Fleury joins the reigning Super Bowl champions after his tenure with the San Francisco 49ers, where he served as the run game coordinator and tight ends coach last season. His work with the 49ers over the past four years, particularly his expanded role in 2025, showcases his ability to adapt and lead.
Macdonald is confident that Fleury will quickly grasp the intricacies of play-calling and keep the Seahawks' offense firing on all cylinders. The Seahawks boasted the most prolific rushing attack in 2025 and feature one of the league's top wide receivers in Jaxon Smith-Njigba.
Fresh off their commanding 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX, the Seahawks are eyeing a rare achievement: back-to-back Super Bowl titles. This elite club includes teams like the 2023-2024 Kansas City Chiefs and the 2003-2004 New England Patriots, among others.
To bolster their chances, the Seahawks aim to retain key players and address any roster gaps through free agency and the draft. With the 2026 season approaching, Macdonald's squad will face heightened expectations as they defend their championship crown. Their remarkable composure under pressure in 2025 set the stage for what could be another historic run.