Mike Macdonald, 36, becomes the NFL's youngest head coach, bringing a fresh and energetic perspective to the leadership post.
Macdonald expressed his gratitude and excitement for the chance, emphasising the goal of bringing a championship back to Seattle and the fervent support following known as the "12s."
During his stint as the Baltimore Ravens' defensive coordinator, the team led the league in sacks, takeaways, and points allowed.
Despite losing the AFC championship game, Macdonald is determined to lead the Seahawks to victory, saying, "We're going to be here for a long time, and we're going to win a lot of football games."
Macdonald succeeds the great Pete Carroll, who led the Seahawks for 14 seasons before stepping down earlier this month.
Macdonald's coaching career began as an assistant high school coach during his college years and led him to the University of Georgia and the Baltimore Ravens, with a stop at the University of Michigan as defensive coordinator in between.
Ravens inside linebacker Patrick Queen praised Macdonald's coaching abilities and genuine concern for his players, emphasising that whoever hires him is getting the best candidate available.
The Tennessee Titans signed Brian Callahan, the Cincinnati Bengals' offensive coordinator, adding another dimension to the changing landscape of NFL coaching.
The transition of University of Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh to the Los Angeles Chargers represents a significant shift in both university and professional football.