Dugar, Michael-Shawn

Michael-Shawn writes National NFL stories for the @TheAthletic. He is the author of “The Franchise: Seattle Seahawks” and “12 As One”

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

What’s up peoples. I wrote a book titled “12 As One” about the Seahawks’ Super Bowl season. It drops today.

If you buy it, I’ll be very grateful.

If you’d like a signed copy, DM me & we’ll make it happen.

I’ll put some order links below next post. Thank you for the luv.

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

Last 5 MVP winners, their pass TDs and TD%

2021: Aaron Rodgers -- 37 | 7.0%
2022: Patrick Mahomes -- 41 | 6.3%
2023: Lamar Jackson -- 24 | 5.3%
2024: Josh Allen -- 28 | 5.8%
2025: Matthew Stafford -- 46 | 7.7%

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Top 5 in passing touchdowns thru Week 9:

Joe Burrow (23)
Kirk Cousins (20)
Jordan Love (19)
Trevor Lawrence (18)
Brock Purdy (18)

Top 5 in pass TD%:

Lawrence (8.0)
Burrow (7.8)
Purdy (7.2)
Drake Maye (6.6)
Cousins (6.3)

(via @TruMediaSports)

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

Top 5 in passing touchdowns thru Week 9:

Joe Burrow (23)
Kirk Cousins (20)
Jordan Love (19)
Trevor Lawrence (18)
Brock Purdy (18)

Top 5 in pass TD%:

Lawrence (8.0)
Burrow (7.8)
Purdy (7.2)
Drake Maye (6.6)
Cousins (6.3)

(via @TruMediaSports)

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

Top 5 in passing touchdowns thru Week 9:

Joe Burrow (23)
Kirk Cousins (20)
Jordan Love (19)
Trevor Lawrence (18)
Brock Purdy (18)

Top 5 in pass TD%:

Lawrence (8.0)
Burrow (7.8)
Purdy (7.2)
Drake Maye (6.6)
Cousins (6.3)

(via @TruMediaSports)

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

The goal-line PBU is 1 of 2 plays on that drive that likely ends up a TD with a better ball. This is the other.

(Gardner dealing with a bad elbow doesn't help, of course)

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

Nick Emmanwori vs. Trey McBride:

Several reps but only 1 target -- a PBU in the end zone on 4th down.

Nick's got another All-Pro TE matchup in Week 10 with Brock Bowers. Should be a good battle.

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

@raytida He says he’s 325

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Another Byron Murphy II sack from a 2-point stance. At 325 pounds lol. Absurd stuff.

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Byron Murphy II spends a lot of time doing dirty work in the trenches but when gets 1-on-1s as a pass rusher, he can eat.

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@frankthetanl It’ll be a struggle for sure but Fernando should at least get him targets

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Nick Emmanwori vs. Trey McBride:

Several reps but only 1 target -- a PBU in the end zone on 4th down.

Nick's got another All-Pro TE matchup in Week 10 with Brock Bowers. Should be a good battle.

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

@w_Jacks8 Allegedly

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

Something we discussed re: Brandon Aiyuk & Seattle:

Don't think it'll happen but I wouldn't loop BA into same "off-field concerns" bucket as, say, Terrion Arnold. Teams view alleged crimes different than behavior that is perceived as having a potentially negative effect on the locker room.

[Puck @PuckSports]

🚨Daily Puck Drop🚨

Episode 1,000 today. Unbelievable.

Fitting that it happens on @johncanzanobft day. Plus, Double D's with @MikeDugar & @DannyBKelly

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[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

@RibeyeSteak69 It's not a big assumption at all, really. LV's offensive numbers with Kirk at QB don't have much -- if any -- predictive power. And, sure, Kubiak knows Macdonald's defense but Macdonald knows Klint, too. Goes both ways.

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

Congrats, Fernando Mendoza. You’re now the starting QB for the Las Vegas Raiders.

Your first assignment?

Mike Macdonald and the Seattle Seahawks defense.

[Jonathan Jones @jjones9]

At long last, a reunion: The Raiders are trading QB Kirk Cousins to the Vikings, sources tell @TheAthletic. Cousins looks to improve Minnesota's offense while the Raiders move forward with No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

Kirk Cousins is a certified NFL legend

[Albert Breer @AlbertBreer]

Vikings take on Kirk Cousins' minimum base salary for the rest of the year, and a $10 million fully-guaranteed roster bonus in March. After that, there's a two-year, $80 million option, which you'd assume will be declined.

Also—Cousins is getting paid by three teams in 2026.

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

@Kellz2400 Yeah his head gonna be spinning for a few weeks but then him and Kubiak can recalibrate at the bye week. I bet he comes out the break humming

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@RibeyeSteak69 The defense will be fine.

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@Kellz2400 I’m excited to see bro spin, even tho Sunday probably gon be a lil rough

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@redjay_1982 I may be in minority on this but I actually prefer that for young QBs, especially in this case where there's a bye in a few weeks.

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@raideryeezus That's the attitude to have, for sure.

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@BonkersCustom I’m not sure “should” is the word. I don’t believe there is a world where Jalen’s the better option. It’s just interesting to me that the staff seems to agree.

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

Two things:

1. Good for Drew that he’s getting another opportunity. He’s about to turn 30 & will be a free agent in March. This matters for his career.

2. Jalen Milroe not getting a shot when Sam Darnold and Lock are dealing with *multiple* injuries feels…telling.

[Andrew Destin @AndrewDestin1]

Speaking on the Brock and Salk show, coach Mike Macdonald said the plan is for Drew Lock to start next week:

"Good exam for Drew. He's dealing with an oblique. And, I think it's something we can manage."

Macdonald added that Darnold (quad) will need another week

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

@kmfaradio1 Me and Brandon talk every day I know exactly what he’s thinking at all times. We’re closer than twins who wear the same outfits to the mall.

[Dugar, Michael-Shawn @MikeDugar]

Brandon Aiyuk signing with Seattle would surprise me but oddly enough, he’s the exact type of receiver they need to complement JSN. Wins 1-on-1 on the outside & stretches the field.

[Ted Nguyen @FB_FilmAnalysis]

What are the odds Aiyuk goes to the Rams or Seahawks to try to exact his revenge?