Could former Seahawks OC Brian Schottenheimer rejoin the team?

Could former Seahawks OC Brian Schottenheimer rejoin the team?

Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald is going through the process of appointing a new offensive coordinator after relieving Ryan Grubb of his duties. Thus far, Macdonald has identified, at least publicly, three candidates. They are Hank Fraley (Lions OL coach), Klint Kubiak (Saints OC), and Thomas Brown (Bears interim HC).

Madconald is already facing competition for Kubiak, who is also slated to interview with the Cleveland Browns for the same vacancy. On Monday evening, a surprising development occurred around the league when the Dallas Cowboys and head coach Mike McCarthy decided to mutually part ways after contract extension negotiations broke down. That could lead to the Seahawks identifying a familiar face as another candidate for their OC opening.

McCarthy’s coordinator in Dallas was Brian Schottenheimer. A familiar name, Schottenheimer previously spent three seasons (2018-20) as the Seahawks’ OC and offensive play caller. With Macdonald potentially searching for an experienced coordinator to take Grubb’s place, he could emerge as a candidate.

Of course, Schottenheimer was Pete Carroll’s coordinator in Seattle. Carroll is no longer with the Seahawks, and is currently receiving interest from around the league, as he’s slated to interview with the Las Vegas Raiders for their head coaching vacancy. Seahawks general manager John Schneider is essentially Schottenheimer’s last remaining notable tie to Seattle.

Schottenheimer may possess alternative options. If McCarthy or Carroll land gigs elsewhere, he could be considered their first-choice options for OC. If Macdonald is intrigued by Schottenheimer’s unexpected availability, he should make his interest known immediately.

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