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Macdonald apologizes to Payton after comments
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald says his remarks about Sean Payton were unintended and he reached out to apologize
In brief
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald says his remarks about Sean Payton were unintended and he reached out to apologize Macdonald apologized to Payton after his comments about using fan videos were shared publicly Originally reported by NBC Sports.
Apology confirmed
Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald said his comments about Broncos coach Sean Payton were meant to be off the record.
“It was something I didn’t intend to come out for public use”
Comments context
Macdonald recalled Payton getting upset with the Seahawks for using fan-recorded videos from Denver’s training camp.
Cold War reference
Macdonald compared the situation to a 'Cold War' involving Spygate and a threat to sue Payton if he went public.
Apology made
Macdonald reached out to Payton to apologize after realizing his comments were shared publicly.
Future matchup
The two coaches will face each other again in Week 6 of the NFL season.
The takeaway
Macdonald apologized to Payton after his comments about using fan videos were shared publicly
