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    Matty F. Brown

    Based and born in the UK, Matty has coached football for over 5 years, including stints as a scout, defensive coordinator, and Wide Receiver/DB Coach. Asides from an Xs and Os obsession, he enjoys: other sports; eating out; plus following Newcastle United. He graduated from the University of East Anglia in 2018 with a BA in Modern History.

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    NFL: Seattle Seahawks Training Camp Jul 27, 2022; Renton, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll watches training camp practice at Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
    Seahawks News

    Seahawks' New 'CLEO' Coverage, Part 4: CLEO in 2022 and Beyond

    By Matty F. Brown
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    Seahawks' New 'CLEO' Coverage, Part 3: Beaters, Perceived and Actual

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: Tennessee Titans at Seattle Seahawks Sep 19, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, right, talks with defensive coordinator Ken Norton, Jr., left, during the fourth quarter against the Tennessee Titans at Lumen Field.
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    Seahawks' New 'CLEO' Coverage, Part 2: Successful 2021 Application

    By Matty F. Brown
    Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle Poona Ford (97) chases Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris (22) during the first quarter at Heinz Field.
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    Seahawks All-Time Fantasy Mock Draft: Rounds 21-25

    By Corbin K. Smith, Ty Dane Gonzalez, Tyler Forness, Matty F. Brown and Colby Patnode
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    Seahawks All-Time Fantasy Mock Draft: Rounds 11-15

    By Corbin K. Smith, Ty Dane Gonzalez, Tyler Forness, Matty F. Brown and Colby Patnode
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    Seahawks All-Time Fantasy Mock Draft: Rounds 6-10

    By Corbin K. Smith, Ty Dane Gonzalez, Tyler Forness, Matty F. Brown and Colby Patnode
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    Seahawks All-Time Fantasy Mock Draft: Rounds 1-5

    By Corbin K. Smith, Ty Dane Gonzalez, Tyler Forness, Matty F. Brown and Colby Patnode
    NFL: Tennessee Titans at Seattle Seahawks Sep 19, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, right, talks with defensive coordinator Ken Norton, Jr., left, during the fourth quarter against the Tennessee Titans at Lumen Field.
    Seahawks News

    How Seahawks' 2022 Defense Disguise And Multiplicity Can Fool Best NFL Quarterbacks

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: NFL Draft Apr 28, 2022; Las Vegas, NV, USA; NFL commissioner Roger Goodell announces Mississippi State offensive tackle Charles Cross as the ninth overall pick to the Seattle Seahawks during the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft at the NFL Draft Theater.
    Seahawks News

    Seahawks Hire Two Analytics Staffers

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: Seattle Seahawks at Pittsburgh Steelers Oct 17, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Seattle Seahawks offensive tackle Brandon Shell (72) prepares to block at the line of scrimmage against Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Cameron Heyward (97) during the second quarter at Heinz Field.
    GM Report

    3 Encouraging Free Agent Situations Seahawks Should Monitor

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: Seattle Seahawks at Las Vegas Raiders Aug 14, 2021; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Seattle Seahawks linebacker Cody Barton (57) pressures Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Nathan Peterman (3) during the second half at Allegiant Stadium.
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    Seahawks Schematic Detective: ‘Backer Fire Zones and 1 Hug Games

    By Matty F. Brown
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    The Top 2022 Seahawks Breakout Candidate: Defense

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: Seattle Seahawks at Las Vegas Raiders Aug 14, 2021; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Cody Thompson (11) is tackled by Las Vegas Raiders defensive back Keisean Nixon (22) during the first quarter at Allegiant Stadium.
    GM Report

    The Top 2022 Seahawks Breakout Candidate: Offense

    By Matty F. Brown
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    How Seahawks GM John Schneider Ended Up Topless Sporting WWE Belt

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: Seattle Seahawks Minicamp Caption:Jun 7, 2022; Renton, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) passes during minicamp practice at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center Field.
    Seahawks News

    Schematic Detective: Seahawks 200/300 Scat Arrow Bow

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: New England Patriots at Seattle Seahawks Sep 20, 2020; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (14) breaks a tackle against the New England Patriots for a touchdown catch during the second quarter at CenturyLink Field.
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    Seahawks Assistant Sanjay Lal Breaks Down DK Metcalf's Top Plays

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: Seattle Seahawks at Pittsburgh Steelers Oct 17, 2021; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; Seattle Seahawks tight ends Will Dissly (89) and Colby Parkinson (84) play rock paper scissors as part of their pre-game routine before the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Heinz Field.
    Seahawks News

    Analysis: Seahawks Poised to Feature Tight Ends, 12 Personnel in 2022 Offense

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: Super Bowl LVI-NFL International Press Conference Caption:Feb 11, 2022; Los Angeles, CA, USA; The NFL Munich Germany game logo during NFL International press conference at the Los Angeles Convention Center.
    Seahawks News

    Ticket Prices For Seahawks-Buccaneers Matchup in Germany Revealed

    By Matty F. Brown
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    Seahawks News

    Clint Hurtt, Players Provide Further Confirmation 2022 Seahawks Defense Will Look Very Different - And Yet Won't

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: NFL Draft Apr 28, 2022; Las Vegas, NV, USA; NFL commissioner Roger Goodell announces Mississippi State offensive tackle Charles Cross as the ninth overall pick to the Seattle Seahawks during the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft at the NFL Draft Theater.
    Seahawks News

    Seahawks Are NFL’s 'Most Innovative' Franchise, Says 2022 Report

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: Seattle Seahawks OTA May 23, 2022; Renton, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith (7) participates in an OTA workout at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
    GM Report

    Analysis: Seahawks' 4 Most Competitive Position Battles

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: Seattle Seahawks OTA May 23, 2022; Renton, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll watches an OTA workout at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
    GM Report

    The Seahawks' Competitiveness Scale and How it Meshes With 'Grit'

    By Matty F. Brown
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    Film Breakdown: Why Tariq Woolen Could Develop Into Greatest Seahawks Cornerback

    By Matty F. Brown
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    Analysis: The 5 Best 'Xs and Os' Matchups on Seahawks' 2022 Schedule

    By Matty F. Brown
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    By the Numbers: Advanced Analytics Results For Seahawks' 2022 Draft Class

    By Matty F. Brown
    Mar 4, 2022; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Washington State offensive lineman Abraham Lucas (OL30) goes through drills during the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.
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    By the Numbers: Athletic Testing Results For Seahawks' 2022 Draft Class

    By Matty F. Brown
    Syndication: The Providence Journal Michigan State's Kenneth Walker III avoids a tackle by Michigan's R.J. Moten during his touchdown run during the fourth quarter on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Syndication Lansing State Journal
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    Seahawks Draft Robust Offensive Foundations Over Forcing Quarterback

    By Matty F. Brown
    Feb 5, 2022; Mobile, AL, USA; American squad quarterback Malik Willis of Liberty (7) drops back to pass in the first half against the National squad at Hancock Whitney Stadium. Mandatory Credit:
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    For Seahawks, Could Malik Willis Be Next Russell Wilson?

    By Matty F. Brown
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    Offensive Tackle Options For Seahawks in 2022 NFL Draft

    By Matty F. Brown
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    State of 2022 Seahawks Requires Patience, Especially at Quarterback

    By Matty F. Brown
    Feb 2, 2022; Mobile, AL, USA; National squad quarterback Desmond Ridder of Cincinnati (9) throws a pass during National team practice for the 2022 Senior Bowl at Hancock Whitney Stadium.
    GM Report

    Analysis: Desmond Ridder Is Seahawks' Russell Wilson Antidote

    By Matty F. Brown
    Oregon's Kayvon Thibodeaux, center, celebrates a second half stop against California. Eug 101521 Oregonfb 14
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    The Ideal EDGE: Expanding on Draft Fits For Seahawks With Newfound Data

    By Matty F. Brown
    Mar 3, 2022; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Liberty Flames quarterback Malik Willis (left) and Cincinnati Bearcats quarterback Desmond Ridder (QB13) pose during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium.
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    Importance of Big-Armed Quarterback to Seahawks in 2022 NFL Draft

    By Matty F. Brown
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    The Ideal EDGE Profile For Seahawks in 2022 NFL Draft

    By Matty F. Brown
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    Analysis: 4 Prospects Seahawks Could Pick at No. 9 in 2022 NFL Draft

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: Seattle Seahawks-Training Camp Jul 25, 2019; Renton, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll, right, talks with general manager John Schneider during training camp practice at the Virginia Mason Athletic Center.
    GM Report

    Seahawks Must Draft Quarterback in 2022

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: Preseason-Seattle Seahawks at Minnesota Vikings Aug 28, 2010; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll speaks with general manager John Schneider prior to the game against the Minnesota Vikings at the Metrodome.
    GM Report

    On Pete Carroll Envisioning Having 'Point Guard' For Seahawks' Next Quarterback

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: Kansas City Chiefs at Los Angeles Chargers Dec 16, 2021; Inglewood, California, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) throws a pass while pressured by Los Angeles Chargers outside linebacker Uchenna Nwosu (42) in the first half at SoFi Stadium.
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    Analysis: How Uchenna Nwosu Fills Seahawks' Biggest Offseason Need

    By Matty F. Brown
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    How Bobby Wagner's Release Impacts Seahawks

    By Matty F. Brown
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    Channing Tindall: The Bobby Wagner Succession Plan For Seahawks?

    By Matty F. Brown
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    2022 NFL Combine: 3 Seahawks Things to Watch For

    By Matty F. Brown
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    How Clint Hurtt’s 3-4 Seahawks Defense Can Lean on Pete Carroll’s 'Stick' Experience, Part 2

    By Matty F. Brown
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    How Clint Hurtt’s 3-4 Seahawks Defense Can Lean on Pete Carroll’s 'Stick' Experience, Part 1

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    Podcasts

    Seattle Overload, Episode 32: 2021 Seahawks Offense Review

    By Matty F. Brown, Griffin Sturgeon and Ty Dane Gonzalez
    NFL: Seattle Seahawks at Minnesota Vikings Sep 26, 2021; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Seattle Seahawks defensive end Darrell Taylor (52) strips Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins (8) in the third quarter at U.S. Bank Stadium.
    GM Report

    Clint Hurtt Suggests 3-4 Outside Linebacker Is Seahawks' Biggest Need

    By Matty F. Brown
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    Seattle Overload, Episode 31: Seahawks Hit Refresh on Defensive Coaching Staff

    By Matty F. Brown and Griffin Sturgeon
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    Clint Hurtt's Seahawks Defense Represents Fundamental Change by Pete Carroll

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: Seattle Seahawks at Washington Football Team Nov 29, 2021; Landover, Maryland, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll looks on from the sidelines against the Washington Football Team at FedExField.
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    Pete Carroll Gives Seahawks' Defensive Coaching Staff True Refresh While Staying Faithful to 'Win Forever'

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: New Orleans Saints at Seattle Seahawks Oct 25, 2021; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Ken Norton, Jr., left, head coach Pete Carroll, middle, and cornerback Ugo Amadi (28) stand near the sideline during a fourth quarter timeout against the New Orleans Saints at Lumen Field.
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    Seahawks' New 'CLEO' Coverage, Part 1: Overview and History

    By Matty F. Brown
    NFL: San Francisco 49ers at Seattle Seahawks Dec 14, 2014; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll (right) greets San Francisco 49ers secondary coach Ed Donatell during pre game warmups at CenturyLink Field
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    Ed Donatell Brings Experience in Quarters, Man Coverage and Turnovers to Seahawks

    By Matty F. Brown
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