It represented the end of an era. Harbaugh coached the Ravens for 18 seasons, winning a Super Bowl and qualifying for the postseason 18 times. One can't help but wonder if Macdonald's success in Seattle helped influence Ravens owner Steve Bisciotti to make a change.

Seattle Seahawks' Mike MacDonald, Baltimore Ravens' Zach Orr, and Minnesota Vikings' Brian Flores each held opponents scoreless in one game in 2025.

Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald made it clear he wanted the spotlight on his players, not himself, after Seattle’s 13-3 win over the San Francisco 49ers on Saturday night. The victory was powered by a dominant defensive performance that stifled one of the NFL’s most explosive offenses.

Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald discusses the preparation for their upcoming playoff game against the 49ers. He emphasizes maintaining their regular routine despite the bye week, praising the team'

Last season, Kevin O’Connell of the Minnesota Vikings took home Coach of the Year after a 14-3 season with Darnold at the helm. The difference between O’Connell and Macdonald is that the Seahawks’ star unit helped the team grab the No. 1 seed, while the 2024 Vikings floundered when the lights were their brightest.

British Seattle Seahawks defensive coordinator Aden Durde says he is having the time of my life as his standout defense prepares to take on the San Francisco 49ers as the NFCs No 1 seed in the Divisional Round of the NFL playoffs;

The Seahawks defeated the San Francisco 49ers in Week 18 to clinch the division and the NFC's top seed. Watch as head coach Mike Macdonald addresses the team following the win in Santa Clara.

The NFL coach of the year race is more interesting coming out of the 2025 season than it has been in most years. Here's looking at how to weigh who's worthiest of the award.