Hour 3 - Here's The Thing, Daniel Jeremiah
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Daniel Jeremiah, NFL draft analyst and ESPN contributor, joins Brock and Salk for a deep dive into the Seahawks' offseason moves, rookie readiness, and the evolving dynamics of quarterback contracts. The conversation reveals a surprising insight: the most effective NFL rookies aren't necessarily the most talented, but those who can channel high-pressure moments—like playing against a 90-year-old golfer—into razor-sharp focus. Jeremiah shares a humbling moment from his scouting career when a tryout player outperformed a drafted prospect in minicamp, underscoring how early evaluations can be misleading. He also breaks down the value of the Seahawks’ recent running back pick, Jadarion Price, arguing he’s a top-tier selection despite the high price tag. The hosts debate whether Sam Darnold could command a $50 million contract, with Jeremiah predicting it’s not just possible—but inevitable as the league’s cap continues to grow. Amid the football talk, a lighter thread emerges: the idea that competitiveness in sports isn’t about obsessing over results, but mastering the mental game—something Jeremiah believes pitchers need, but hitters can afford to let go of.
Rookies thrive under pressure not because they’re fearless, but because high-stakes moments can unlock a level of focus they didn’t know they had.
A tryout player outperformed a drafted prospect in minicamp—proof that early evaluations can be dangerously wrong.
Jadarion Price’s $16 million contract is a steal if he delivers at the level of past second-round running backs like Ken Walker and Zach Charbonnet.
Sam Darnold could earn $50 million annually, and the Seahawks’ policy of not negotiating until one year left may be outdated.
The most elite NFL coaches are now studying the opposite side of the ball—blurring traditional positional boundaries.
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Opening Banter & Listener Calls
The hosts kick off with lighthearted banter, teasing each other and launching into listener voicemails. Topics include animal group names, the Seahawks' upcoming schedule, and a fan’s request for advice on taking his son to a Mariners game.
Cal Raleigh Injury & Team Impact
“When you saw him wince the way he did, come out of that game. Jeff Passon told us yesterday to his eye, right? And I trust his eye pretty well. His eye is he's playing hurt. He's playing through injury.”
Seahawks Draft & Rookie Evaluation
“He'd be behind Bijan. He'd be behind Jameer. He'd be above Charbonnet. uh, in 23 and 22. Um, I gave him the same grade. I gave Kenneth Walker. Um, he would have been behind just behind Brees hall, but that would have been close, but just behind him.”
Sam Darnold’s Future & Contract Outlook
“I think he's heading towards that direction. And if they're not, you know, if they're going to stick to their guns on their policy and he comes out and has a year that approaches what he did last year, I would say he's going to land in that ballpark.”
Daniel Jeremiah’s Scouting Insights & Golf Story
“You will never be as focused as when you are afraid you're going to lose to a 90-year-old in golf. And I don't care if they're from the red tees and you're all the way playing the tips. That is a level of focus that you can tap into.”
“You will never be as focused as when you are afraid you're going to lose to a 90 -year -old”
“I think he's heading towards that direction. And if they're not, you know, if they're going to stick to their guns on their policy and he comes out and has a year that approaches what he did last year, I would say he's going to land in that ballpark.”
“When you saw him wince the way he did, come out of that game. Jeff Passon told us yesterday to his eye, right? And I trust his eye pretty well. His eye is he's playing hurt.”
Hosts
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brock heward
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mike salk
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seahawks
other
daniel jeremiah
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cal raleigh
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jadarion price
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sam darnold
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mariners
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90-year-old golfer
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mike macdonald
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