New OC Klint Kubiak said Seattle's offensive identity will be running the ball -- something the fired Ryan Grubb didn't do as often or as well as coach Mike Macdonald wanted -- but that they have to be able to win in more than one way.

Smith‘s efforts to hammer out a new Seahawks contract during the summer were unsuccessful. Uncertainty has loomed since then regarding Seattle’s quarterback outlook for 2025 and beyond.

Kubiak touted Smith's toughness and ability in the clutch, and he has a plan for freeing up DK Metcalf more often.