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Corbin K. Smith
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#Seahawks Beat Reporter Emerald City Spectrum | Host Locked On Seahawks Podcast | Regular guest on Fox 13 Seattle, 933 KJR | Media inquiries: [email protected]
Few receivers have enjoyed a season like the one Jaxon Smith-Njigba turned in for the #Seahawks in 2025.

Just how rare was JSN's 2025? 12 mind-boggling factoids inside an utterly dominant campaign:
https://ow.ly/ZUco50XVTef
12 Mind-Boggling Factoids From Seahawks WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s Breakout 2025 Season — Emerald City Spectrum
Few receivers have enjoyed a season like the one Jaxon Smith-Njigba turned in for the Seahawks in 2025. A dozen remarkable factoids illustrate how rare of a campaign fans were treated to by the First-Team All-Pro.
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January 12, 2026 at 11:39 PM
The #Seahawks have three injured reserve activations left to use. Elijah Arroyo returned to practice last week, so he's obvious candidate for one of those.

George Holani, Tory Horton, and Chazz Surratt are the only other players eligible to return. Horton isn't expected back.
January 12, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Playing the same divisional opponent in back-to-back games for only the second time in franchise history, the #Seahawks’ path to the NFC Championship Game runs through their most bitter rival.

Details:
https://ow.ly/mVmn50XVgl1
Seahawks to Rekindle 49ers Rivalry in Divisional Round Rematch — Emerald City Spectrum
Playing the same divisional opponent in back-to-back games for only the second time in franchise history, the Seahawks’ path to the NFC Championship Game runs through their most bitter rival.
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January 12, 2026 at 5:30 AM
Greetings, 12s... I'll have a new Locked On Seahawks coming LIVE at 6:30 PM PT after the conclusion of today's playoff game in Philly.

Got a #Seahawks question for me to answer? Send 'em my way before the show! ->
https://youtube.com/live/PUHIbeLCBtQ?feature=share
Seattle Seahawks Earn GRUDGE MATCH vs. NFC West Rival in Divisional Round
Set to ramp up preparations for their first home playoff game in five years, the Seahawks will see a familiar foe with either the Rams or the 49ers coming to...
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January 11, 2026 at 11:52 PM
The #Seahawks nearly found out their Divisional Round opponent on Saturday night, but thanks to the Bears’ comeback efforts, they will have to wait until Sunday night to see which NFC West rival will be coming to Lumen Field.

Details:
https://ow.ly/3XPu50XV8Ev
Seahawks Awaiting NFC West Grudge Match After Packers Implode in Chicago — Emerald City Spectrum
The Seahawks nearly found out their Divisional Round opponent on Saturday night, but thanks to the Bears’ comeback efforts, they will have to wait until Sunday night to see which NFC West rival will be coming to Lumen Field.
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January 11, 2026 at 9:10 PM
The #Seahawks tied a franchise record with five All-Pro selections and finished third in total All-Pro votes after a 14-win season.

So why does it still feel like the team - particularly their top-ranked defense - isn't getting enough respect?
https://ow.ly/v59i50XV6wo
AP All-Pro Voters Underestimate Power of Seahawks’ ‘Darkside’ Defense — Emerald City Spectrum
Even after clinching the top seed in the NFC behind the No. 1 scoring defense, the Seahawks didn’t have a single defensive player earn a First-Team All-Pro nod, an omission that shows the team may still be hovering under the radar.
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January 11, 2026 at 6:31 PM
The #Seahawks led the NFC West with five total All-Pro selections. However, they did not have a single player off their No. 1 scoring defense earn a First-Team nod.

Is it safe to say voters have underestimated the "Darkside?"
https://ow.ly/yHAw50XUEjw
AP All-Pro Voters Underestimate Power of Seahawks’ ‘Darkside’ Defense — Emerald City Spectrum
Even after clinching the top seed in the NFC behind the No. 1 scoring defense, the Seahawks didn’t have a single defensive player earn a First-Team All-Pro nod, an omission that shows the team may still be hovering under the radar.
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January 10, 2026 at 7:56 PM
One of only two playoff teams who won’t be playing this weekend, the #Seahawks may - or in the case of AJ Barner, may not - be watching their four potential opponents closely during Wild Card weekend.

Which teams would be the best draw for Seattle in the Divisional Round?
https://ow.ly/ft9j50XUsYx
Analysis: Breaking Down Seahawks Potential Divisional Round Opponents — Emerald City Spectrum
One of only two playoff teams who won’t be playing this weekend, the Seahawks may - or may not - be watching their four potential opponents closely during Wild Card weekend. Which teams would be the best draw for Seattle in the Divisional Round?
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January 9, 2026 at 11:48 PM
Aided by a week off as the NFC’s top seed, the #Seahawks hope to have another athletic pass catching option back available for Sam Darnold as they begin preparation for the Divisional Round.

Details:
https://ow.ly/TVXJ50XTbrf
Seahawks Designate Elijah Arroyo for Return Off Injured Reserve — Emerald City Spectrum
Aided by a week off as the NFC’s top seed, the Seahawks hope to have another athletic pass catching option back available for Sam Darnold as they begin preparation for the Divisional Round.
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January 7, 2026 at 9:28 PM
Controlling the line of scrimmage in the run game and shutting down a potent 49ers offense, the #Seahawks made a statement earning a first round bye in Santa Clara.

Who shined brightest in a historic win? Check out Episode 1 of Hawks Rewind All-22 Review:
https://ow.ly/W5CG50XSLQY
Hawks Rewind: All-22 Breakdown of Seahawks’ 13-3 Win Over 49ers — Emerald City Spectrum
Controlling the line of scrimmage in the run game and shutting down a potent 49ers offense, the Seahawks made a statement earning a first round bye in Santa Clara. Who shined brightest under the lights in a historic win for the franchise?
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January 7, 2026 at 4:19 AM
Okay, 12s... It's post-NFC West clinching Monday and we need your #Seahawks mailbag questions for @lockedonseahawks.bsky.social!

Send 'em our way and we'll answer as many as we can!
January 5, 2026 at 10:30 PM
The article also includes my full All-Pro team on offense, defense, special teams.

Thanks for reading!
January 5, 2026 at 7:58 PM
Tying for the best record in the NFL at 14-3, the #Seahawks should be well-represented on the NFL All-Pro teams.

Who deserves to make the final cut as the best of the best for 2025? My picks for First-Team honors:
https://ow.ly/6heG50XS8Hc
Analysis: Which Seahawks Belong on 2025 NFL All-Pro Teams? — Emerald City Spectrum
Tying for the best record in the NFL at 14-3, the Seahawks should be well-represented on the NFL All-Pro team. Who deserves to make the final cut as the best of the best for 2025?
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January 5, 2026 at 7:39 PM
"It felt like we really set the tone."

Keying their NFC West-clinching win in Santa Clara, after a slow start in Klint Kubiak’s offense early in the fall, Ken Walker, Zach Charbonnet, and a rapidly improving offensive line have the #Seahawks ready to run in January:
https://ow.ly/FLbH50XRM0f
Top-Seeded Seahawks’ Ground Attack Coming Alive at Perfect Time — Emerald City Spectrum
Keying the franchise’s quick ascent to Super Bowl contender, after a slow start in Klint Kubiak’s offense early in the fall, Ken Walker, Zach Charbonnet, and a rapidly improving offensive line have the Seahawks armed and ready to make noise in January.
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January 4, 2026 at 11:11 PM
NEW Locked On Seahawks!

-How did Seattle stifle San Francisco's potent offense, win NFC West?
-Run game once again comes to life behind K9, Charbs
-Game balls, plus "3 Up, 3 Up" Stock Watch

Watch here! ->
https://www.youtube.com/live/7QJovhoTJK8?si=7itvpXcDNicpG0TI
January 4, 2026 at 8:33 AM
Reposted by Corbin K. Smith
The 49ers scored 3 points in their first game under Kyle Shanahan in 2017. Since then, they had never been held under six points in a game over the course nearly nine seasons until the Seahawks held them to 3 tonight.
January 4, 2026 at 5:45 AM
Spoke with Nick Emmanwori in locker room after #Seahawks punched their ticket as NFC West champions.

"We had a good, simple game plan. There wasn't too much to it... Just ball and do what we do."
January 4, 2026 at 5:50 AM
Despite not capitalizing on a couple of promising drives with any points, the #Seahawks had plenty of margin for error on the way to an NFC West title as a suffocating defense put on a clinic shutting down the 49ers.

How did Seattle get it done at Levis Stadium? Takeaways:
https://ow.ly/upgP50XRuaH
Rapid Reaction: Seahawks Relegate 49ers’ Offense Punch-less, Win NFC West With 13-3 Victory — Emerald City Spectrum
Despite not capitalizing on a couple of promising drives with any points, the Seahawks had plenty of margin for error on the way to an NFC West title as a suffocating defense put on a clinic shutting down the 49ers. How did Seattle get it done at Levis Stadium?
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January 4, 2026 at 5:20 AM
49ers out of timeouts after stopping Charbonnet on first down run for three yards.
January 4, 2026 at 3:35 AM
Darnold rolls out of the pocket and extends play, finding Cooper Kupp on crosser for a first down in the red zone. That's a back breaker for 49ers giving up 24 yards on that.
January 4, 2026 at 3:33 AM
Feels like the dam is about to break on one of these Walker runs... Two straight carries where he's been THIS close to escaping for a long touchdown run.
January 4, 2026 at 3:29 AM
Third down pass from Darnold to Kupp gets just enough yardage for the first down.
January 4, 2026 at 3:25 AM
HUGE first down completion by Darnold to JSN from the end zone.
January 4, 2026 at 3:23 AM
INTERCEPTION! McCaffrey can't secure the catch and Drake Thomas picks off the carrom.
January 4, 2026 at 3:21 AM
Best drive 49ers have had all night, starting with Kittle's 20-yard catch and a first down scramble by Purdy. Down to the Seahawks 25.
January 4, 2026 at 3:19 AM