 What was the first day of preparation like for you guys out here? It was great, the weather's awesome. I'm a little biased to the Pacific Northwest. This time of the year, it is beautiful, but it was great. I think this is good for us. Sometimes it's good to get in uncomfortable situations. You're not at home, you're not in your regular routine, you're facing a little bit different situations. So I think this is where we grow as a team and I think it's been good. Well, I think really when it comes down to it, those guys all fly around and they play sound defense, they play together. You can see it, just the effort that they play with, their tenacity, that's what really sets them apart, at least from what I've seen on tape. So with that being said, it's really important for us, especially going into a hostile environment, to be on the same page. These third downs, these red zones, it's going to be important that we're not hurting ourselves and making sure that we're doing what we've got to do to execute. Well, I think from what we were able to watch on tape, being able to move the ball is important, but it's being able to execute when you get down in the red zone. Again, I think Seattle does a great job, but once they get into these situations where it's goal to goal or even in the red zone, they're causing turnovers. They're making them kick field goals. So as an offense, it's important for us to be efficient in those areas, making sure that when we get down there, we're scoring touchdowns. I think the way we practice, it makes it relatively easy. It's just being able to communicate it to the guys, because it is tough. When you're switching a bunch of personnel groupings, guys are playing different positions. You've got to be able to communicate it really on the fly so that everyone knows where their position is and what they've got to do. That's all him. Seriously, I mean, he's, again, we think very highly of him. What he does from a physical standpoint, obviously sets him apart, but I think from a mental standpoint, it's been very impressive, especially as a young guy. So with that being said, it's really on him. He's done a great job, and he deserves all the credit. A little bit, yeah, I would just say, in terms of misassignments or lining up in wrong places, I think what you would see from a typical rookie, he's very on it in terms of where he's supposed to be, how he's supposed to get there, what the play is intended to do. And from a mental standpoint, that's impressive for me as an older guy, because it's not really, I think more times than not, when you're a young receiver, you're just trying to survive. You're just trying to make sure you're like, all right, I'm in the right spot, instead of really diving into what we're trying to do. So he's got a great feel for that, and I think that's why he's had some early success. Go back, I think the question you said, being out here in Seattle for a week, this is where we get closer together. How does that happen? Really, I mean, when it comes on to it, a lot of guys, their families are back home. You're going out to dinner, you're hanging out. So I think a change in scenery, a change in routine, I think guys kind of have to adjust, and being able to do that all together, I think is where that is gonna build that chemistry that we need. We've heard from Coach Smith and from so many guys who know what's been done. A lot of good things in these first two games, but it's a matter of finishing. How do you make that happen? Is it just the in-game reps? Can you simulate it out here? How do you guys make that happen to get over that hump? Yeah, we do our best to simulate it out here. I think when we put ourselves in practice situations that are tough, I think when we get to the game, guys feel very comfortable in those situations. So it's just continue to line up and do those things. Repetitions, I think, is the mother of learning. And when we're able to do that, guys will feel comfortable when those points will come. One other time I want to hit with you, and Arthur went into this a little bit. It's easy for you guys who understand this to look at the game and say, okay, well, the ball isn't going to Kyle Fitz for X, Y, and Z reasons. They're doing this, that, and the other that we don't see. How would you simply answer for the fans that are asking, well, why aren't they throwing at this guy more? How do you simply answer that? It's just, really what it comes down to is, it's just a look. Unfortunately, when you got a guy that plays at a high level like that, he's kind of the number one priority on defense. Like, hey, we have to slow this guy down. You know, I think coming off his rookie year, people weren't sure really what he was capable of doing. Now that he's exploded on the scene and he's done what he's done, the teams are very adamant about making sure they take care of that. Because once he gets going, man, he's tough to stop. So we have to do a better job as an entire unit of finding ways to give him the football so that he feels like he's getting involved. He kind of gets that volume going. But, you know, we constantly, we're doing what we can and sometimes the ball goes the other way. And with that being said, depending on the week, I think as he continues to grow, I think the ball will find him. First and foremost, he's big and physical, right? I think he, you know, he stands out in that sense. He's not afraid to come up and tackle. He's not afraid to come up and press and, you know, really just be kind of up in your face. And I think for us, especially in this hostile environment, you know, it'll be a good player and somebody that's gonna be a good player for a long time. Yeah, I mean, you try to emulate it, right? But I don't think it's ever gonna really get to that point that it is in Lumenfield. You just try to work the nonverbal communication, making sure guys are confirming the signals. We're all on the same page. That's kind of the nature of the beast when you walk into an environment like that. It's hostile, it's gonna be tough. I really just comes on the, you know, being poised in the noise and handling that. Anything else you'd like to add to that? Yeah, I think that's a good idea. Being poised in the noise and handling that. No, I'm good, I'm good. Got good memories here for sure. I just remember the win. What's this week like for you guys? You're away for a whole week. You get a lot of time together. What's this all like? Just, you know, just coming together, continue, you know, to get better as a group. We're using this time, you know, we had back-to-back West Coast game. So we're just gonna use this time like we'll do in the other game, continue to, you know, get better as a unit and, you know, repeat when it comes Sunday. You guys get to do anything fun? I mean, I know everybody goes out to dinner and you're hanging out at the hotel, but are you guys get to, like, do anything, you know, out and about? Yes, if you got me, whatever you want to do, you can do it. I mean, like, obviously me, I've been kind of like locked in so watching a lot of film. I went out to eat when I did a little shop, man. You know, it's just seen a few views. So, but yeah, Coach, give us the opportunity, you know, to continue to burn as a group and do what we gotta do, you know, as a unit. We've been locked in on the film. What stands out about Seattle from what you've seen? Just starting with the receiver court, you know. Obviously, you got DK Metcalf, you know, Big Fast, you know, physical receiver. You got Tyler Lockett, you know, he's a veteran. He know how to, you know, create separation and, you know, the slot receiver, you know, D. I want to say Eskridge, number one, you know, he's a slot receiver. Got Speed, Marquis Goodwin. So, that's a very versatile group. So, you know, S-D-B's, we got this continue to do what we do, play physical, get our hands on the receiving. We can and execute when the players come our way. What does Gino do well? What does he bring to this offense? Gino Smith and me. Oh, he's not at stand plays, you know. He won new guys. He can make the throws, you know, whether it's to the field, to the boundary. And he's just, you know, a good competitor. So, he's going to be one of the guys that try to, you know, sit in the pocket and make them plays. And the last question for me is, you know, you guys did so many good things these first two weeks and ultimately, you know, it goes down to two losses. How do you wrap your head around these two weeks? What you guys have shown, but ultimately not getting the result you want? You know, like you said, we have been doing a pretty good job, but, you know, it's our room for improvement. And what I like about this group of guys, we just want to continue to, you know, come in and work with our head down and continue to get better. You know, we just got to finish, you know, the last two games we've been, we haven't been finishing. And, you know, that's the big things coming into week three. Just come in, you know, do our jobs. Everyone do their 111, you know, execute the plays that come our way and, you know, get this win Sunday. What was it like to make the debut last week and how you think it went? It was great, you know, just getting a feel for it. And, you know, just trying to make a name for myself. You know, I feel like, you know, all the guys that came out there, all the rookies that played, they did pretty good. So I'm excited for it. Looking ahead to Seattle a little bit. A lot of folks are going to be watching the quarterback, different quarterback than they've had seemingly forever. So what stands out about Geno Smith? I probably say, like, the word is he having a pocket. Great ball, great decision-making. But, you know, we just have to be a pressure on him and just make him form the ball. What's it like up here having a week-long trip? I know it's the first NFL trip for you, but a little different to have it this long. What's it like? It's great. Great atmosphere, great people. And I love it out here. What do you look at this defense, week one to week two, what kind of places have you grown and where do you want to see a step this week? I probably would say, you know, last year, we didn't get as much pressure on the quarterback. But this year, I feel like, you know, we had the guys that made things happen and I feel like this team is progressing every week. Had your juicy devotion? I know, so I did. Okay. What are some of the team activities you all are doing? You know, I guess everybody gets to pick and choose a little bit, sounds like. Yeah, I probably would just say, like, you know, sometimes we just go shopping with each other, go out and eat. You know, just, like, little team bun and things like that. That Cheesecake Factory got crossed. So, a bunch of people in there. Did you find some good stuff to get into? I'd probably say I haven't hit the Cheesecake spot yet, but that's one of my to-do list. There's something to do for sure. Gotta do that. All right, thanks.