Seahawks to be Featured on HBO's 'Hard Knocks'

Reigning Super Bowl champions will be the focus of the popular NFL docuseries this summer.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:25pm

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A cubist-style painting depicting a fragmented, geometric scene of Seattle Seahawks players in action, with sharp planes of navy, lime, and silver colors representing the energy and intensity of an NFL training camp.The 'Hard Knocks' cameras will provide an unprecedented look at the reigning Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks as they prepare to defend their title.Renton Today

The Seattle Seahawks have been selected to be the subject of the upcoming season of HBO's popular NFL docuseries 'Hard Knocks'. The five-episode series will provide all-access coverage of the Seahawks' training camp in Renton, Washington, and is set to debut on August 11, 2026.

Why it matters

This marks the first time since the series launched in 2001 that the defending Super Bowl champions have been featured on 'Hard Knocks'. The in-depth look at the Seahawks' preparation for their title defense is expected to generate significant interest and attention around the team and the NFL.

The details

The 'Hard Knocks' series will focus on key figures for the Seahawks, including head coach Mike Macdonald, quarterback Sam Darnold, wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and cornerbacks Devon Witherspoon and Byron Murphy. The all-access coverage from HBO and NFL Films will provide fans with an unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at the reigning champions as they gear up for the upcoming season.

  • The five-episode 'Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Seattle Seahawks' series will debut on August 11, 2026.
  • New episodes will air each Tuesday through the September 8, 2026 finale.

The players

Mike Macdonald

Head coach of the Seattle Seahawks.

Sam Darnold

Quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba

Wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks.

Devon Witherspoon

Cornerback for the Seattle Seahawks.

Byron Murphy

Cornerback for the Seattle Seahawks.

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What’s next

The NFL also confirmed that the New England Patriots' training camp will be featured in August 2027 on 'Hard Knocks'.

The takeaway

The Seahawks' selection for 'Hard Knocks' underscores the team's status as one of the NFL's premier franchises and the continued popularity of the docuseries in providing fans an intimate look at the inner workings of professional football teams.