The Seattle Seahawks, fresh from a significant championship victory on February 8 at Levi’s Stadium, are stepping into their off-season with a mix of relief and anticipation. Defeating the New England Patriots 29-13, the team and their partners are eager to enjoy some downtime with varied plans unfolding before the next NFL season begins in the fall. Many couples are preparing to leave Washington State‘s famously gloomy weather behind, embracing travel and much-needed quality moments typically missed during the busy football schedule. Notably, several fiancés amongst the players are preparing for weddings, adding extra excitement to this break.
Family Visits and Everyday Life with Maddie Stoll
Maddie Stoll, wife of long snapper Chris Stoll, describes an off-season filled with catching up on family milestones and reconnecting with friends scattered across the country. Although the Stolls live in Seattle, Maddie’s relatives mostly reside in the Midwest, while many friends are on the East Coast, meaning domestic flights will be a regular occurrence. Maddie values the chance to engage in simple, everyday activities with her husband that are rare during the NFL season.
I’m excited to go to my brother’s graduation with Chris, go to weddings with Chris, do things on a weeknight and not go to bed at 9:30,
she shares.
Or both of us will be like, ‘Oh my God, it’s 4 o’clock on a Thursday, you want to go grab something to eat when I’m done with work?’
?Maddie Stoll, Wife of Chris Stoll
Nijeria McClain Looks Ahead to International Travel
Nijeria McClain, attending Seattle University as her boyfriend Devon Witherspoon embarks on his professional career following his first-round selection by the Seahawks, is planning an exciting escape abroad. Originally from a small town in Florida and having devoted much time to her studies, McClain expresses enthusiasm about exploring parts of the world beyond Washington during this off-season.
I’m not well-traveled because of being a student for so long and just coming from a small town in Florida,
she remarks.
I think we’ll be in Italy sometime this off-season, so I’m looking forward to that for sure.
?Nijeria McClain, Partner of Devon Witherspoon
Wedding Preparations and Beach Time for Mackenzie Mae Cole
Mackenzie Mae Cole, engaged to wide receiver Jake Bobo, acknowledges the brevity of the off-season despite the desire to maximize it. NFL training commitments will resume by mid-April, so Cole and Bobo have arranged a trip to Siesta Key, Florida, where Mackenzie has fond family memories. The time will be spent reconnecting with loved ones and enjoying the sunshine. Additionally, Mackenzie is preparing for numerous wedding-related activities following their engagement, including events like her bachelorette party and bridal shower.
That’s going to come around before we know it,
she notes.
I think just getting to be at the beach and in the sun is number one … We’ll get a lot of time with family and friends there,
she adds, emphasizing the value of this period before wedding planning intensifies.
Emily Carlson Anticipates Meaningful Moments Before Wedding
Fiancée of Nick Kallerup, Emily Carlson, is eagerly looking forward to their upcoming wedding during the Seahawks’ off-season. While they share a home, Carlson points out that the season’s demands leave little opportunity for routine quality time together. The break will allow them to enjoy simple pleasures and shared daily activities before embarking on honeymoon travels that promise to be a highlight of the off-season.
It sounds so crazy. We live together, but we really don’t get the opportunity to spend a lot of time together, that’s not like eating dinner or watching a show at night,
she reflects.
I’m excited to be able to make breakfast and run errands and just decide what we want to do, obviously, after the wedding.
?Emily Carlson, Fiancée of Nick Kallerup
Ahna Kreitinger Prepares for Wedding Celebration
Adding to the flurry of matrimonial events during the Seahawks’ off-season, Ahna Kreitinger, engaged to Ty Okada, is preparing to marry her partner with enthusiasm and anticipation. She looks forward to celebrating their union surrounded by family and friends, marking the culmination of months of planning and care invested into their special day.
I’m so excited to be surrounded by all the people that we love and get to marry my best friend,
Kreitinger expresses.
Off-Season Reflects Both Rest and Life Changes
As the Seattle Seahawks transition from a triumphant season to a well-earned break, their partners are embracing various personal plans that blend relaxation, family time, travel, and major life events such as weddings. This off-season period offers a rare chance for these couples to reconnect amid the demands of professional sports. With upcoming nuptials, international trips, and time spent with loved ones, the Seahawks’ community is gearing up for a season of recharge and celebration.
Looking ahead, the off-season promises to strengthen bonds and refresh the players and their families before training camps and another NFL year begin. These plans also highlight the important role the Seahawks’ WAGs and fiancés play in supporting the team both on and off the field.
