Our reigning Super Bowl champion Seahawks are heading into next season with a target on their backs, and it just got sharper for new Offensive Coordinator Brian Fleury. A major national outlet, CBS Sports, just publicly named Fleury as the man on the hot seat for 2026.
First-Year Pressure Is Real for Fleury
CBS Sports’ Zachary Pereles didn’t hold back, directly singling out Fleury. “It’s pretty straightforward here: Brian Fleury is a first-time offensive coordinator taking over for the reigning Super Bowl champions,” Pereles stated. “His predecessor, Klint Kubiak, did a terrific job with QB Sam Darnold and WR Jaxon Smith-Njigba, but now he’s off to Las Vegas.” That’s a direct quote, and it tells you everything. Fleury isn’t just taking over; he’s stepping into a legacy of success, and the comparisons to Kubiak will be constant. This is a first-time OC with the toughest possible assignment: maintaining a Super Bowl-winning offense with immediate expectations.
New Faces, Big Shoes to Fill in the Backfield
The pressure on Fleury isn’t just about replacing Kubiak; it’s about navigating a revamped offense. We’re adjusting to life without our star running back, Kenneth Walker III. That’s a massive hole to fill. Rookie Jadarian Price is set to handle the lion’s share of responsibilities in the ground game early on, especially with Zach Charbonnet still working his way back from injury. Plus, Rashid Shaheed needs to bounce back after a dip in numbers since his trade to Seattle last season, and he’s in line for a larger role. Anthony Bradford, after a tough 2025, needs to right the ship on the line. And of course, Sam Darnold is in his third year of his prime, needing to solidify the caliber of player we all know he can be. Fleury has to orchestrate all of this with precision.
So, can Fleury meet the challenge? Piling on yards and points that lead to wins will be the ultimate measure. Every single play next season will be under a microscope for this first-time OC. The season kicks off soon, 12s, and we’ll be watching every single snap to see if Fleury can silence the doubters right out of the gate.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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