Seahawks Name Mike Macdonald Youngest Head Coach in NFL

John Schneider cites Macdonald's disruptive potential and successful track record as key factors in the decision.

Seahawks General Manager John Schneider appoints Mike Macdonald as the new head coach, emphasizing Macdonald's potential to be a 'disruptor' in the NFL.
Macdonald, at 36, becomes the youngest head coach in the NFL, taking over from Pete Carroll.
Macdonald's hiring is seen as a leap of faith by both parties, with Schneider highlighting his impressive track record as the Baltimore Ravens' defensive coordinator.
The new coach plans to adapt the Seahawks' play style while maintaining the spirit of his successful defense strategies from Baltimore.
Immediate priorities for Macdonald include assembling a coaching staff and making key decisions regarding quarterback Geno Smith's future with the team.