Macdonald, Johnson cross NFL-NBA lines on Hard Knocks

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Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 111 min read

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Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald and Spurs coach Mitch Johnson share leadership tips and talk Victor Wembanyama on Hard Knocks

What happened: Mike Macdonald and Mitch Johnson exchange leadership tips in Tuesday's episode. Their conversation also turns to Victor Wembanyama.

Why it matters: The Seattle Seahawks enter the preseason as reigning Super Bowl champions. The San Antonio Spurs reached the 2026 NBA Finals, giving the coaches two recent team-building runs to compare.

By the numbers: Seattle's Hard Knocks season is scheduled for five episodes.

What to watch: Seattle's preseason schedule will provide the next on-field test of Macdonald's approach.

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@AdamSchefter Aug 11, 10:58 AM ET

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