Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald apologizes to Denver's Sean Payton over viral video comments

Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald has apologized to Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton after comments he made in a video went viral, the Seattle coach confirmed on Wednesday.

Macdonald said he reached out to Payton by phone to personally deliver the apology, acknowledging that the remarks, which circulated widely on Tuesday, warranted a direct response.

Describing the episode as a personal learning experience, Macdonald offered a candid reflection on the episode. "Lesson learned," he said, indicating he understood the consequences of his words becoming public.