Hour 4-Thing less confusing than the 2026 M's, could the Seahawks still add in FA, and should they extend Derick Hall?

The Seattle Mariners' 2026 season is so baffling that even advanced calculus and David Lynch films seem easier to understand—yet the team’s unpredictable path may be part of the charm. Brock and Salk dive into the absurdity of the Mariners’ roster construction, with Lyle delivering a standout list of things less confusing than the team’s direction, including the alphabet, Star Wars droids, and why villains monologue before killing their enemies. Meanwhile, the Seahawks’ offseason strategy is under scrutiny: while no major free-agent additions are imminent, the duo passionately debate whether re-signing Derek Hall—rugged, consistent, and a perfect fit for their culture—is a must, even over retaining wide receiver Rashid Shaheed. The hosts argue that Hall’s value as a pass-rush anchor outweighs Shaheed’s flashy returns, especially with DeMarcus Lawrence, Dante Fowler, and Leonard Williams all on shaky year-to-year contracts. They reject the idea of a budget trade-off between Hall and Byron Murphy, insisting the team can afford both if they prioritize positionality and long-term stability over short-term splash. The conversation ends with a candid confession: one host can’t shake the mental image of Najee Harris due to a bizarre past association with another player named Najee Davenport—proving that even sports analysis is not immune to the weirdness of memory. The episode underscores a core theme: in sports, clarity is often overrated.