Introducing HB Stats!

Daily Seahawks Podcast: HB Mornings & Real Hawk Talk47mApril 3, 2026

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In this episode of Hawk Blogger Mornings, host Brian Nemhauser introduces 'HB Stats,' a new data analytics project he's developed to track team and player trends for the Seattle Seahawks and other NFL teams. Drawing from his tech background, Nemhauser shares how HB Stats aggregates data from multiple sources to visualize performance changes over time—such as the Seahawks' improved defense and run game in their final seven games of the 2025 season, despite a decline in passing metrics. He demonstrates real-time analysis of player performance, including Sam Darnold’s turnover-worthy play rate versus big-time throw rate, and highlights improvements in players like Gray Zabel and Anthony Bradford. The episode also features a live mock draft where Nemhauser trades back from pick 32 to 54, selecting edge rushers Gabe Ackes and Dennis Sutton, running back Devin Moore, offensive lineman Bo Stevens, and wide receiver Kendrick Law. He discusses the importance of data-driven insights in sports, the value of aligning analytics with scouting, and shares updates on Seahawks offseason moves, including Jimmy Doherty’s coaching hire and John Schneider’s comments on Hard Knocks. The episode concludes with a promotional segment for PrizePix, encouraging listeners to use promo code HMA for a $50 bonus on their first wager.

Key Takeaways
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HB Stats is a new analytics tool that tracks team and player performance trends over time, enabling deeper insights into season-long improvements or declines.

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The Seahawks' 2025 season saw a significant defensive improvement and run game boost in the final seven games, even as the passing game declined.

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Player-level analysis reveals nuanced trends—like Sam Darnold’s increased turnover-worthy play rate despite fewer actual turnovers—highlighting the value of advanced metrics.

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Trading back in the mock draft allowed the Seahawks to accumulate multiple picks, enabling a strategic focus on edge rushers and offensive linemen.

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Data tools like HB Stats help uncover hidden narratives in team performance, prompting new questions rather than providing definitive answers.

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Chapters
0:00
2 min

Welcome & Introduction to HB Stats

I'm going to keep digging into this and having some fun over the course of the season.

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1:40
3 min

Demonstrating HB Stats: Seahawks 2025 Trends

The defense actually played better, which was a really quiet aspect of what changed for this team over the last part of the season.

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5:00
5 min

Player-Level Analysis: Darnold, Zabel, Bradford

The episode dives into individual player trends, including Sam Darnold’s increased turnover-worthy play rate, Gray Zabel’s improved blocking grades, and Anthony Bradford’s significant pass block grade rise.

10:00
5 min

Comparing Teams: Seahawks vs. Rams & 49ers

Nemhauser uses HB Stats to analyze the Rams’ defensive improvement despite offensive decline, and the 49ers’ offensive surge followed by a collapse against the Seahawks.

15:00
5 min

Mock Draft: Trading Back to 54

I don't hate it. I don't hate it. You get two edges. I kind of like doubling up as much as I've said, I don't want necessarily go edge early.

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High-Impact Quotes
The numbers generally like you can make them lie, but they generally are going to tell you something that words won't.
Brian Nemhauser28:49
Viral: 88.0
The defense actually played better, which was a really quiet aspect of what changed for this team over the last part of the season.
Brian Nemhauser19:30
Viral: 85.0
I don't hate it. I don't hate it. You get two edges. I kind of like doubling up as much as I've said, I don't want necessarily go edge early.
Brian Nemhauser44:46
Viral: 80.0
Speakers

Host

Brian Nemhauser

Guests

Jared IveyJamie SheriffRiley MillsDalton Wasserman
Topics Discussed
NFL Analytics95%Seahawks 2025 Season Trends90%Player Performance Tracking85%Mock Draft Strategy80%Data Visualization Tools75%Scouting and Analytics Alignment70%NFL Draft Prospects65%Sports Betting and PrizePix60%
People & Brands

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Brian Nemhauser

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HB Stats

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PFF

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PrizePix

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Sam Darnold

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Gabe Ackes

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7xPositive

Dennis Sutton

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Rams

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Devin Moore

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