Nov 30, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; The Seattle Seahawks gamers run out of the tunnel earlier than the sport in opposition to the Minnesota Vikings at Lumen Subject. Obligatory Credit score: Steven Bisig-Imagn Pictures
Many seem to consider that Rob Brzezinski goes to land the job, making a small leap from being the short-term GM to the full-time GM. Others foresee a reunion with former expertise. Ben Leber, as an illustration, took to social media to precise his perception that Brzezinski, Grey, and Burkhardt are “are the front runners.” Fairly presumably, Leber shall be confirmed right, however enable me to insist on a unique title to look at: Nolan Teasley of the Seattle Seahawks.
The Vikings’ Entrance Workplace: Look ahead to SEA’s Nolan Teasley
Lately, the Seattle Seahawks have eviscerated the Minnesota Vikings. Going again to the Week 13 shellacking at Lumen Subject presents a concrete instance to how the NFC West franchise has fully lapped the NFC North franchise.
Everyone will start with Sam Darnold. And, to make sure, there’s good purpose to begin there since he proved able to being a long-term QB1 who can lead a workforce to the Tremendous Bowl. Permitting him to stroll away appears to be like like lunacy a yr after the choice to roll with J.J. McCarthy.
Extra broadly, there’s a remarkably completely different observe report for roster constructing. Shrinking issues down to only the draft clarifies how the Seahawks are means forward of the Vikings. The place would Seattle have been with out the assistance from RB Kenneth Walker III, CB Devon Witherspoon, WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and so many others? Nowhere close to the Lombardi, that’s for certain.
Now, some critics will level towards these picks as being easy. Positive, that’s true in some instances, however the Kyle Hamilton choose was easy in 2022 and didn’t get made. Generally, people, sensible soccer folks don’t make sensible soccer selections. Having a choice maker who can hit layups is massively vital.
Dec 22, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Minnesota Vikings vast receiver Justin Jefferson (18) catches a move whereas defended by Seattle Seahawks cornerback Riq Woolen (27) through the second half at Lumen Subject. Obligatory Credit score: Steven Bisig-Imagn Pictures.
An enchanting byproduct of the scorching drafting is that Seattle’s funds are in a wholesome place. Darnold is chewing up $37.9 million on the cap however the Seahawks nonetheless have north of $32 million in open cap area (OTC). Wild, proper? Principally as a result of drafting so nicely, the Seahawks will pay a veteran passer, win a Tremendous Bowl, place themselves to compete within the upcoming season, retain prime in-house expertise by way of extensions, and nonetheless have cap area.
Nolan Teasley has been a part of the combination for these Seahawks, giving him an apparent attraction.
Contemplate what the Seattle workforce web site says in regards to the govt’s background: “Nolan Teasley, who participated in the NFL’s Accelerator Program in May of 2026, is in his 14th season with the Seahawks, fourth as assistant general manager, following five seasons as director of pro personnel (2018-22), one season as assistant director of pro personnel (2017) and three seasons as a pro personnel scout (2014-16). He originally joined the Seahawks in 2013 as an intern in the team’s scouting department. Within his role, Teasley oversees football operations while working collaboratively with President of Football Operations/General Manager John Schneider in all aspects of player acquisition via the draft, free agency and trade proposals.”
A lot to be impressed with in these sentences. Make be aware of a element that might be missed: Nolan Teasley has gone from intern to being a really highly effective NFL govt. He didn’t get handed his place however, reasonably, labored his means up by promotions. He did so from inside years the place the Seahawks have been a superb soccer workforce, made evident within the three Tremendous Bowl appearances (2013, 2014, 2025) and Tremendous Bowl wins (2013, 2025).
TCO Efficiency Heart in Eagan, Minnesota. August third, 2023. The Vikings kicked off the annual night time observe in entrance of a packed home, making ready to defend the NFC North title. Minnesota hasn’t gained back-to-back NFC North crowns since 2008 and 2009.
Different particulars which are value contemplating.
When Minnesota wanted short-term assist to work by February, March, and April, the Vikings introduced long-time Seahawks govt Matt Thomas to city to assist. Presumably, Minnesota is in a great spot to get some firsthand perception about Nolan Teasley since there’s a robust relationship with Thomas.
Contemplate, as nicely, that Rob Brzezinski uplifted Seattle’s entrance workplace in February, praising John Schneider’s “superpower” of having the ability to “[bring] people together” to effectuate “a shared vision.” Perhaps hiring Schneider’s right-hand man makes some sense.
The Vikings’ entrance workplace may have a brand new GM in a matter of days or even weeks, not months. Seeing the place go to Nolan Teasley gained’t be in any respect stunning.
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