Apparently, Russell Wilson will refer to his new play caller as “Schotty.”
New Seahawks offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer isn’t necessarily a run-first guy--only when personnel and situation dictate run. The situation dictates that in 2018 in Seattle.
The 44-year-old former play caller for the New York Jets and St. Louis Rams is a detail freak. He’s known to rip into receivers during games, in film sessions and at practice for lining up so much as a foot too far inside or outside in a formation. Schottenheimer indeed comes off as intense--yeah, he yells. But the coach has also gained his players’ admiration and respect for gestures such as taking them out for dinner or hosting them at his house.