Not Just a Win – Hall of Famer Walter Jones Reveals Why the Seattle Seahawks Are Rising as “a Terrifying Force in the NFC”

Not Just a Win – Hall of Famer Walter Jones Reveals Why the Seattle Seahawks Are Rising as “a Terrifying Force in the NFC” and Behind It Lies the arduous Journey of Mike Macdonald’s Team on Their Road to the Super Bowl.

Seattle, Washington – 11/11/2025

After their commanding 44–22 victory over the Arizona Cardinals, the atmosphere at Lumen Field felt different — electric, almost prophetic. To many, it was just another win, but to Hall of Famer Walter Jones, the legendary face of the Seattle Seahawks, it was something far greater — the sign of a true resurgence.

“This wasn’t just a win,” Jones said in a measured, reflective tone on NFL Countdown. “I saw something most people missed — a spark being reignited in Seattle. They’re not just playing to win; they’re playing like they’re rebuilding a dynasty. When a team rediscovers its belief and identity, the rest of the NFC should start worrying… because this is only the beginning.”

Under the leadership of head coach Mike Macdonald, the Seahawks have quietly turned doubt into belief. After an uncertain start, Seattle now stands at 7–2, riding a four-game winning streak and boasting ten straight road victories — numbers that have the entire NFC taking notice. Quarterback Sam Darnold is settling into rhythm, while the defense, led by DeMarcus Lawrence and Nick Emmanwori, is playing with a ferocity reminiscent of the legendary Legion of Boom era.

Macdonald — once viewed as a risky choice to replace Pete Carroll — is steadily silencing the critics. The Seahawks aren’t just improving schematically; they’re rebuilding the culture of winning, something Walter Jones believes had “been dormant for far too long.”

“What impresses me isn’t the score,” Jones continued. “It’s the way they look at each other on the field — the trust, the nods, the smiles under pressure. That’s what makes champions. And when Seattle finds that again, they’re not just dangerous — they’re unstoppable.”

Analysts now regard Seattle as a legitimate NFC contender, with the upcoming Week 11 showdown against the Los Angeles Rams shaping up to be a true test of their championship potential.

For the first time in years, Lumen Field is roaring with belief again. And if Mike Macdonald’s Seahawks continue down this path of grit, unity, and purpose — they might not just be dreaming of the Super Bowl… they could be marching straight toward it.