The Seattle Seahawks had a disappointing 2024 season. Following a breakout year from veteran quarterback Geno Smith in 2023, Smith saw a decline in performance this year, causing the Seahawks to narrowly miss a postseason berth. In light of Smith’s regression and the offense’s struggles, the team decided to part ways with its offensive coordinator. According to a notable NFL insider, Seattle is now taking significant steps to secure one of its lead candidates for the vacant position.
“The Seahawks recently interviewed former Buccaneers OC Byron Leftwich for their vacant offensive coordinator position, sources tell (NFL on CBS). Leftwich interviewed earlier this month for the Patriots head coaching job as he seeks a return to the NFL,” reported CBS Sports’ Jonathan Jones on Friday.
The Seahawks recently interviewed former Buccaneers OC Byron Leftwich for their vacant offensive coordinator position, sources tell @NFLonCBS. Leftwich interviewed earlier this month for the Patriots head coaching job as he eyes a return to the NFL.
— Jonathan Jones (@jjones9) January 17, 2025
Fans expressed their reactions on social media, with one stating, “Tells me they’re promoting from within or they already have their guy and he’s still in the playoffs. Guessing it’s the former.” Another fan commented, “It didn’t work out in Tampa, but he’s a good guy and I wish him the best.” A third fan added, “I would LOVE to see him back in the league & love that chance for him in Seattle.” Someone else expressed, “This would be one of the candidates I would be very excited about as a Seahawk fan,” while another noted, “By far the most experienced candidate linked to the Seahawks’ OC job.” It’ll be intriguing to see if Leftwich makes his return with the Hawks.
