Softy Interviews

Jack Westover, former Washington Huskies tight end, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his injury that affected his participation in the NFL Combine, talking to NFL teams ahead of the draft, Ryan Grubb joining the Seahawks, and the 2023 season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Wilner of The San Jose Mercury News and the Wilner Hotline joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the NFL Combine last week for Huskies, Big Ten quarterbacks, the playoff format, Lorenzo Romar news, and replacing Mike Hopkins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike DeCourcy, College Basketball Writer for the Sporting News and Fox Sports, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about Iowa’s Caitlin Clark getting the scoring record, WSU and Gonzaga’s spots in the tournament, Danny Sprinkle, and the Huskies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brandon Krisztal, Broncos Reporter for KOA Radio in Denver, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Broncos cutting ties with Russell Wilson, how they can handle his financial situation, the blame pie, their quarterback history, and Mike Penix.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the Denver Broncos cutting ties with Russell Wilson, Michael Penix’s week at the NFL Combine, who helped themselves during the combine, Rome Odunze, Caleb Williams, and offensive lineman.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugh Millen joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk all about some quarterbacks in the NFL Draft this year - JJ McCarthy, Bo Nix, Caleb Williams, Michael Penix, and Jayden Daniels - plus Seahawks leadership comments and decision about Geno SmithSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Mariners and MLB outfielder Steven Souza Jr joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the impact of Driveline and Ty France’s situation, Matt Brash’s injury and not having surgery, the M’s financial place, Mitch Haniger returning and his history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Washington Huskies quarterback Will Rogers joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about why he picked UW, talking with Dillon Johnson, being in Houston for the title game, his SEC passing stats, playing under Coach Mike Leach, and NIL impact.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington Huskies Athletic Director Troy Dannen joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about his time at UW so far, program finances, Mike Hopkins’ place as the basketball coach, new facilities, the new football staff and a possible new playoff format.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Leaf, NFL Network Combine Analyst, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the year for UW football and Michael Penix, Jayden Daniels emerging with LSU last season, Bo Nix’s passing abilities, and what Brock Bowers would give Seattle.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jon Wilner of The San Jose Mercury News and Wilner Hotline joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the future of the Pac-2, who will have the better pro career between Michael Penix and Bo Nix, the future of Mike Hopkins, and Big Ten projections.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seattle Sounders FC Head Coach Brian Schmetzer joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the club’s loss in Los Angeles last week, injuries to the team, Pedro de la Vega's first game and fitness, honoring Ozzie Alonso, and Austin FC coming up.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tomas Tatar, Seattle Kraken winger, joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the team’s big overtime win over Boston last night at Climate Pledge, what they need to add at the trade deadline coming up, playing on home ice this year, and his nickname.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former UW wide receiver Rome Odunze joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the 2023 season for Washington, his decision to participate in the NFL Combine this week and goals for his time in Indy, outside draft projections, and possible teams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike DeCourcy of The Sporting News and Fox Sports joins Dave Softy Mahler and Dick Fain to talk about the court storming controversy, WSU’s big win over Arizona and place in the tournament, if Mike Hopkins will be fired, and Gonzaga sitting on the bubble now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rob Rang of Fox Sports and Locked On Seahawks joins Ian Furness, in for Softy and Dick today, to talk about the upcoming NFL Draft including a breakdown of the tight end position and fits for the Seahawks at #16 including DE Chop Robinson from Penn State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Washington State basketball Head Coach Kyle Smith joins Ian Furness, in for Softy and Dick today, to talk about the Cougars’ big win at Arizona last night, the season overall that has WSU at the top of the Pac-12 plus his role and future as the Head Coach there.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Schmetzer, Head Coach of Seattle Sounders FC, joins Ian Furness, sitting in for Softy and Dick today, to talk about their anniversary season getting started on Saturday with a game against LAFC plus newcomer Pedro de la Vega and how he can help them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike DeCourcy of The Sporting News and Fox Sports joins Dick Fain to talk about Iowa basketball star Caitlin Clark, UConn leading the way for much of the year, Purdue’s last tourney situation, and the Pac-12 game tonight between Oregon and Washington State.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bill Krueger of Root Sports joins Dick Fain and Hugh Millen to talk about Heart Health Day and the importance of getting checked by a doctor, including telling his story about a scary situation years back, plus talks about Mariners and if they are better in 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.