sports
February 6, 2026
From London to LX: the British mastermind behind the Seahawks’ standout Super Bowl defense
Seattle’s Aden Durde will be the first British coach to appear in the Super Bowl. He wants to ensure he’s not the last
TL;DR
- Aden Durde will be the first coach from the UK to coach in the Super Bowl.
- He has transformed the Seattle Seahawks' defense from 30th overall in 2023 to sixth this season.
- Durde's coaching journey began in London, where he developed a passion for American football and played in various leagues.
- He played a key role in establishing the International Player Pathway program to identify global talent.
- Durde's coaching style emphasizes player motivation and development, earning him praise from players like Micah Parsons and Coby Bryant.
- His partnership with head coach Mike Macdonald has been crucial to the Seahawks' defensive success.
- Durde's future in the NFL is promising, with interest from multiple teams for head coaching positions.
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