In the upcoming 2024-25 season, the Seattle Seahawks aim to maximize the potential of their intriguing wide receiver group by bringing in a fresh perspective. With new head coach Mike Macdonald actively expanding his coaching staff, the team has turned to Frisman Jackson, a former NFL wide receiver and coach, to take on this crucial role.
According to ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler, Jackson will assume the position of WR coach for the Seahawks. He previously held the same position with the Pittsburgh Steelers in the previous season, while also serving as a coach for the Carolina Panthers and Tennessee Titans. Jackson’s experience has allowed him to establish connections across the league, and now he will have the opportunity to work with the impressive talent that the Seahawks possess.
Seattle’s wide receiver lineup is an intriguing one, with DK Metcalf serving as a reliable top option, Tyler Lockett excelling both as a kick returner and secondary receiver throughout his career, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba showing promise in his rookie season. Despite some setbacks in terms of injuries and regression, Geno Smith still holds the potential to be a productive quarterback for the team, making the Seahawks an exciting prospect for Jackson to work with.
Despite the challenges faced by the Pittsburgh Steelers’ wide receiver room under Jackson’s guidance last year, there were notable positive developments. One of them was George Pickens Jr., who emerged as a game-changing player, showcasing the talent that fans had recognized during his time with the Georgia Bulldogs. This suggests the potential for Jaxon Smith-Njigba to make significant progress in his sophomore season under Jackson’s coaching.
The primary allure of head coach Mike Macdonald lies in his defensive creativity, which played a pivotal role in the Baltimore Ravens securing the best regular-season record in the NFL during the 2023-24 season. If Macdonald can restore the Seahawks’ defensive identity and coaches like Frisman Jackson can make strategic adjustments on the offensive side, then it is likely that success will swiftly return to Lumen Field.
