Seahawks Finalize 2026 Coaching Staff

New offensive coordinator Brian Fleury among several changes to Mike Macdonald's staff

Mar. 13, 2026 at 5:28am

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The Seattle Seahawks have announced changes and additions to their coaching staff for the 2026 NFL season. The most notable move is the hiring of Brian Fleury as the team's new offensive coordinator, replacing Klint Kubiak who left to become the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders. Several other new faces have joined the staff, including inside linebackers coach Zachary Orr, pass-game strategist Daniel Stern, and senior offensive assistant/running backs Thomas Hammock - all of whom previously worked with head coach Mike Macdonald in Baltimore. There were also a number of title changes among the returning coaches.

Why it matters

The Seahawks are coming off a Super Bowl championship in 2025 and are looking to build on that success. Maintaining coaching continuity is crucial, but the team has also brought in some new voices to help evolve the offense and defense. These staff changes could have a big impact on the team's performance and ability to defend their title in 2026.

The details

Fleury replaces Klint Kubiak as offensive coordinator after Kubiak took the head coaching job with the Raiders. Other new additions include inside linebackers coach Zachary Orr, pass-game strategist Daniel Stern, and senior offensive assistant/running backs Thomas Hammock - all of whom previously worked with Macdonald in Baltimore. There were also several title changes, including Tyson Prince being promoted to quarterbacks coach and Jake Peetz adding the title of offensive passing game coordinator/quarterbacks coach.

  • The Seahawks announced the coaching staff changes on March 13, 2026.

The players

Mike Macdonald

The Seahawks' head coach, who is entering his second season in that role after previously serving as the defensive coordinator for the Baltimore Ravens.

Brian Fleury

The Seahawks' new offensive coordinator, replacing Klint Kubiak who left to become the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders.

Zachary Orr

The Seahawks' new inside linebackers coach, who previously worked with Macdonald in Baltimore as a player and coach.

Daniel Stern

The Seahawks' new pass-game strategist, who spent the last 10 seasons in a similar role with the Baltimore Ravens.

Thomas Hammock

The Seahawks' new senior offensive assistant/running backs coach, who also previously worked with Macdonald in Baltimore.

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What they’re saying

“We must maintain the momentum from our Super Bowl win and keep evolving as a team. These coaching changes will help us do that.”

— Mike Macdonald, Head Coach (statenews.net)

What’s next

The Seahawks will hold their first offseason workouts in April as they begin preparations for the 2026 season.

The takeaway

The Seahawks are making strategic changes to their coaching staff as they look to defend their Super Bowl title in 2026. Bringing in new coordinators and assistants with prior experience working with head coach Mike Macdonald should help the team build on their championship success.