Wilson (6-6, 270) makes sense for the Seahawks in that hes a long, strong, physical edge defender. Offensive tackle Taylor Moton would arguably cost them too much financially, but that might be a worthy pill to swallow to save draft capital, and the offensive line has enough talent for them to give up either Moton or still-unproven 2022 first-rounder Ikem Ekwonu. Heres one version of how the first three round of the 2023 draft might just go. To me, that consists of the 25-year-old defensive standout Crosby, the superstar receiver Adams and the pillar left tackle Miller. Cleveland Browns: Jayden Reed, WR, Michigan State, 99. A running back at the top of the second half of the first round? 5 in Kipers mock as well as Tennessees Hendon Hooker. What a boon this deal proved to be for general manager John Schneider and Co. Seattle also has its original first-round pick (20th overall) as well as the Broncos second-round selection (37th overall). Theres no question that when the Packers left tackle is healthy, hes one of the best in the business but when healthy is doing a lot of work these days. The Seahawks are in need of a center with starter Austin Blythe. The Seahawks got a total steal in the fifth round of the 2022 draft with cornerback Tariq Woolen, but through the Pete Carroll era, Seattles never really had bookend cornerbacks with elite ball skills. Maybe. Theres only so much Steichen can do without a legit franchise guy, and unless Young measures 5-foot-9 and 170 pounds at the scouting combine, hes got everything on the ball to become just that kind of NFL player. Washington Commanders: Henry To'oTo'o, LB, Alabama, 48. Packers GM Brian Gutekunst couldn't have made it more clear at the scouting combine: He wants Jordan Love to play more. As Frank Reich takes over, it's hard to argue anybody on the roster isn't expendable to position Carolina to land its next franchise quarterback. Seattle Seahawks Videos: The official source of the latest highlights, installments of Mic'd Up, Seahawks Saturday Night, Locker Room Sounds, and all Seahawks videos. The former second-round pick threw 34 touchdowns against 37 interceptions in his first nine NFL seasons. I suspect Im not alone in that regard. Courtesy of the Russell . Thatd be the ideal scenario for Richardson, a raw passer who completed just 53.8% of his throws last season but has incredible ability as a runner The Seahawks make the most sense for Richardson because they have the picks to take a chance on a high-ceiling prospect, including what theyre getting in the projected trade with the Panthers.. 2023 NFL draft order: Seahawks locked in at No. With 32 teams all in pursuit of one Lombardi Trophy each season, 31 teams will always come up short in what is usually a frustrating or disappointing end to the season. Thats abnormal behavior for a 6-foot-3, 300-pound man. Thats where a bigger, old-school-looking linebacker like Campbell could be a potential upgrade. Please check your email for a confirmation. Phillips is an underrated, sticky cornerback who can follow just about any receiver through just about any route, and hed thrive in the kinds of stuff Flores likes to throw at opposing offenses. With that in mind, the Texans should run their card up to take him with the second overall pick. Wide receivers D.K. The Seahawks enter the 2022 NFL draft with eight total draft picks and the ninth pick overall. Still, if they only manage to franchise tag Smith, who will turn 33 next season, it certainly wouldnt hurt to get a high-ceiling quarterback prospect to develop behind the veteran. Over the next several weeks there will definitely be more names added to the mix as potential first-round targets for Seattle. As a reward for all that fine work, lets give Daboll a true No. The Panthers give up pick No. pic.twitter.com/0unY3RAQXy, NFL Rookie Watch (@NFLRookieWatxh) February 15, 2023. That being said, this could be a spot to trade back with a quarterback-needy team looking to move up, but the Seahawks already have nine picksfive in the first two daysand the chance to draft perhaps the best prospect in this class is too good to pass up. The Seahawks already have an excellent starting running back in Walker, but Achane gives Seattle better depth at the position behind Walker. Sign up for the Touchdown Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning, Georgia coach Kirby Smart reacted to charges against star DL Jalen Carter. It's easy to get excited about Tariq Woolen, but he's expendable simply because his shiny rookie year could still be a fluke. There are legitimate questions regarding Hyatts completeness as a total receiver, but he caught 14 passes of 20 or more air yards for the Vols last season on 24 targets for 677 yards, and eight touchdowns. Kyle Madson. The Arizona Cardinals predictably folded up against the San Francisco 49ers, so the Broncos . The Bengals already have the leagues best receiver trio in JaMarr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Tyler Boyd. Last season with the Crimson Tide, this 6-foot defensive back registered 90 tackles (14 for loss), seven passes defended, three sacks and two interceptions. Defensive coordinator Clint Hurtt would probably have to adjust the scheme a bit to minimize how often Wilson is asked to backpedal away from the line of scrimmage as a rookie, but thats probably a compromise theyd be willing to make in exchange for an effective young pass rusher. Gibbs would be an ideal fit in this offense because be brings Alvin Kamara to mind as a back who can break through tackles, create explosives runs, and add a ton in the passing game. 9. With the physical traits to be a franchise quarterback, Seattle would be doing cartwheels if it were able to land Hooker at the end of Round 2. Whither David Bakhtiari? 3 (from Denver) No. The Las Vegas Raiders might have to sacrifice future draft capital to move up from seven to one, and that might be worth it because now we're talking about leapfrogging several teams that need quarterbacks and this is a potential contender that truly needs a signal-caller following the release of Derek Carr. Arizona Cardinals: Tyjae Spears, RB, Tulane, 97. As we saw in Seattles NFC Wild Card Playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers, run defense has become an issue. 2 pick in the draft after the Broncos lost to the. Miami Dolphins: Cody Mauch, OL, North Dakota State, 52. Schefter also notes that multiple teams have approached Chicago about trading for that No. The addition of Addison, a quick, flashy, route-complete receiver, would also be nice. To be clear, this is not the decision I would make. Carolina Panthers: Marvin Mims, WR, Oklahoma, 40. White is versatile and athletic enough to get to the quarterback from anywhere, and has a lot of upside, so this is a home run pick for a position of need in Seattle. With a strong D-line need this year, the chances are they'll do it again in 2023. Atlanta Falcons: Owen Pappoe, LB, Auburn, 76. Any combination of edge Maxx Crosby, WR Davante Adams, OT Kolton Miller. Flowers (5-9, 182) might not fall this far, but if he does, the Seahawks could use someone with his quickness. 3 receiver. Smith was one of the most physical players in college football this year. NFL Scouting Combine: Which QB prospects will put on a show? Minnesota Vikings: Kendre Miller, RB, TCU, 88. * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). With that in mind, its time to expand our mock draft projections here at Touchdown Wire to the first three rounds, and the first 102 picks, in the 2023 NFL draft. . They set themselves up for next year. Dunlap used his long arms to record 10 total passes batted at the line in those two seasons, third-most among all defenders. To most, the pre-combine and pre-pro day season favorite to be that quarterback is Alabama's 2021 Heisman Trophy winner, Bryce Young. In fairness to Dorsey, its tough to design an offense in which the run game is an afterthought at best. Carolina Panthers (from San Francisco 49ers): Felix Anudike-Uzomah, EDGE, Kansas State, 62. Heres what it could look like. With . While theres some issues with Flowers natural catching ability, thats something the Seahawks can work on out of the gate. Chicago Bears (from Baltimore Ravens): Jarrett Patterson, OG, Notre Dame, 54. You'll now receive the top Seahawks Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. Last season, Smith allowed just 18 catches on 38 targets for 211 yards, 81 yards after the catch, two touchdowns, one interception, and an opponent passer rating of 71.3 Hed be an outstanding fit for whatever it is Jack Del Rio is running at any given time. Philadelphia Eagles (from New Orleans Saints): Joey Porter Jr., CB, Penn State, 11. What we do know about Johnson is that hes a 6-foot-3, 195-pound headbanger who can wreck offenses everywhere the defensive line to free safety. All rights reserved. First off, he was nothing more than a journeyman ahead of the 2022 campaign. 6 to No. Active players can certainly be on the table, but the team should be strict about keeping at least the majority of its current nucleus. The NFL Scouting Combine, free agency and individual pro days will shape how Seattles big board looks by draft weekend, but before those events take place, heres an early seven-round mock draft. Try a week on us. The Eagles still have the NFLs most completed roster, but theyve got a ton of potential free agent losses on the defensive side of the ball, and cornerback James Bradberry is one of them. Denver Broncos (from Indianapolis Colts): Will McDonald IV, EDGE, Iowa State, 68. The Steelers 2022 offense was less than effective for the most part, and with offensive coordinator Matt Canada returning for the 2023 season (much to the dismay of most Pittsburgh football fans), its time to give now second-year quarterback Kenny Pickett some more help. The one simple reason the Seahawks will retain Geno Smith, Report: Aaron Donkor signs with XFLs Houston Roughnecks, Pre-Snap Reads 3/1: Pete Carroll, John Schneider speak at 2023 NFL Scouting Combine. calamitous 51-14 loss for Wilson and the Broncos, ahead of only Houston (2-12-1) and Chicago (3-12), Seahawks center Austin Blythe retires after 7 NFL seasons, Sean Desai leaves Seahawks to become Eagles defensive coordinator, Huard on Seahawks Draft: Trio of D-linemen to watch at combine, Huard: One reason Seahawks may look to bring back Bobby Wagner, Seahawks Breakdown: Why this may be their biggest NFL Draft ever, Seahawks Draft: Why Tank Dell is Bumps sleeper WR prospect. That's a scenario not even the most glass-half-full Seahawks fan could have imagined when the team traded away the only Super Bowl-winning quarterback in franchise history. Heres a team that could afford to take a developmental quarterback withelite upside. That came in handy in Week 13 of the 2021 season, when he swatted what would have been a game-winning touchdown pass for the 49ers on fourth-and-goal. In addition to center, the Seahawks could use a little extra help elsewhere on the interior of their offensive line between rookie tackles Charles Cross and Abraham Lucas. Will Levis might be the next Josh Allen. As is Kyle Fuller, Blythes backup. Branch could be an immediate impact performer given his elite athleticism and wide-ranging cover skills. It wouldnt be a Seattle Seahawks draft without an eyebrow raising pick towards the back-half of Round 1, and I think this could qualify if it comes to fruition. New York Giants: Sean Tucker, RB, Syracuse, new Commanders offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy, much to the dismay of most Pittsburgh football fans, 2023 NFL Draft: Three-round mock projections, and one big trade, NFL 2023 salary cap: Eagles have most dead money, champion Chiefs least, The 101 greatest nicknames in football history, Seahawks' change in draft philosophy was out of necessity and by design, NFL draft: Every quarterback who went No. Thomas is solid as a pass defender and has done well playing as a QB spy as well. Here are the assets they should resist shipping off to Chicago. pic.twitter.com/wytTzKHRD8, NFL Rookie Watch (@NFLRookieWatxh) February 9, 2023. Seattle has said it wants tobring backveteranGeno Smith, but what if the organization uses the franchise tag on Smith, plays him for a season and adds Richardson to take over in 2024? He was the Heisman favorite for Tennessee prior to suffering a torn ACL late last season. Thanks to an incredible rookie clas s and the sudden resurgence of veteran quarterback Geno Smith, the Seahawks won nine games and snuck into the playoffs as the NFC's seven seed. With that said, Nwosu came over from the Los Angeles Chargers on a mere two-year contract last offseason. Regardless of if that happens, one thing is for sure, which is that the Seahawks future is looking bright no matter how they end the season. Phil Haynes, Seattles other starter at right guard, is scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent. With their ninth and final pick in 2023, the Seahawks help out the middle of their defense by adding an aggressive and instinctive linebacker in the sixth round. In terms of draft assets, the Seahawks have plenty of other areas to address to support the quarterback they select, so giving up the No. Yes, I can feel the esteemed heads of the analytics community exploding as one over this selection. The 2022 fifth-round pick from Denver included in the trade was flipped into the selections of linebacker Tyreke Smith and wideout Dareke Young. An aging Quandre Diggs? If his knack for finding space after catching the ball translates to the next level, thatd be a bonus for Seattle. In all seriousness, OverTheCap has made its projections for additional compensatory picks for the 2023 NFL Draft, and the Seahawks are expected to have zero for the third year in a row. 2 pick in the draft after the Broncos lost to the. We have compiled a consensus mock draft pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Pro comps for Richardson have been all over the place but our favorite is Cam Newton. In their first season under Mike Macdonald, the Ravens pass defense took a step back, so it might be time to attune Baltimores defense to Macdonalds preference for positional versatility in the secondary. Then-rookie Coby Bryant struggled to an extent in this role last season, yielding a 75% completion and 116.5 QB rating when targeted. With the fifth overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, the Seattle Seahawks hold the highest selection since 2009 when they drafted future assistant coach Aaron Curry fourth overall. That said, it has be be taken into account that Goff is a decent player with a decent resume coming off a better-than-decent campaign. The Seahawks have been able to pull off the rare feat of being an offseason seller and still contending for a playoff berth they are currently nipping at the heels of the Washington Commanders for the final Wild Card spot. Tennessee Titans: Rashee Rice, WR, SMU, 73. Both Noah Fant and Colby Parkinson are entering the final years of their contracts. February 23, 2023 9:34 am ET. Will Dissly is on the books for another two years, but hes recovering from yet another season-ending injury, his third in five years. (Note: The Miami Dolphins, who would have had the 21st pick in the first round, forfeited that pick as punishment from the NFL for tampering). Smith still needs some development as a rusher with his hand skills and ability to shed blocks, but once he adds that to his arsenal, he could be a dangerous three-down defender that adds another dimension to the Seahawks defensive line alongside Carter. Seattle Times staff reporter It became official the day the regular season ended that the Seahawks have the fifth pick in the 2023 draft thanks to the Russell Wilson trade. Adding Mayer would not only give Burrow a reliable target in the quick game (think Zach Ertz), but would also add a blocking expert who could help with Cincinnatis ongoing protection issues. Sportsnaut used Pro Football Focus NFL Draft simulator, which provides the flexibility to trade and work through a variety of scenarios. Jacksonville Jaguars: Emmanuel Forbes, CB, Mississippi State, 25. Teams will have to weigh trading up for, say, Young, against standing pat and "settling" for one of those other names, knowing despite potential hubris that the first round of the draft is practically a crapshoot. That should make defenses stand up and take notice. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. As high as his potential is at the next level, Richardson is about as raw as it gets. Zay Flowers made this defender do a SPLIT , The Boston College WR is currently projected to be taken in the first round of the NFL Draft. Lets dive into our Seahawks mock draft. Its time to change that by giving Carroll the best cornerback in this class with the first of many picks gleaned from the Russell Wilson trade. Its rare to get such a complete sample. Tennessee Titans: Lukas Van Ness, DL, Iowa, 42. As the NFL Scouting Combine kicks off, Brock Huard is looking closely at three defensive linemen for the Seahawks in particular. They acquired . Still, the only absolute non-starters for a team that had only one All-Pro for the 2022 season should be that All-Pro (Lindstrom) as well as 2022 first-rounder London. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Kelee Ringo, CB, Georgia, 20. Jake Haener, QB, Fresno State: The quarterbacks didnt perform very well at the Senior Bowl, but by the end of the week, Haener had shown the most growth. Carter is among the top interior pass rushers weve see enter the NFL Draft in some time and would be of absolutely tremendous value with the fifth pick. Detroit Lions: Bijan Robinson, RB, Texas, 19. All other members of the roster and non-first-round picks should be fair game. a quarterback once they bring Smith back. The Saints could use help at both linebacker and edge, so why not both? When Flowers has the ball in his hands, he can juke defenders and accelerate to create yards after the catch, making life easier for his offense. https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/lists/2023-nfl-draft-three-round-mock-draft/, 1. Former Seahawks WR Michael Bumpus has an NFL Draft WR prospect he's keeping a close eye on in Houston's Nathaniel 'Tank' Dell. Worrying injury not too long before declaring for the draft? Is it unfair to give Joe Burrow yet another target? 37 overall in this Seahawks NFL Mock Draft, John Michael Schmitz provides a perfect intersection of talent and need. Check. New York Giants: Jaxon Smith-Njigba, WR, Ohio State, 26. Bresee can hold up double teams from nose tackle alignments, he can rush the passer outside the guards, and hes got some edge potential as well. Not only did he play football for Princeton, but the 6-foot-3, 200-pound receiver was also an All-American track star with a 6.71-second time in the 60-meter sprint event and a 39-inch vertical leap. As for Taylor, the 267-pound edge is definitely a building block. Smith-Njigba got lost a bit in 2022 as he missed time due to injury, but if you go back to his 2021 season, when he caught 95 passes for 1,606 yards and nine touchdowns, youll see alpha characteristics in full he can beat defenses with outstanding route nuance, effective quickness in and out of his breaks, and the ability to create after the catch. They have loads of picks in the 2023 NFL Draft and Pete Carroll is super excited about their. A new three-round mock draft from the Draft Wire came with only minimal changes from their prior projections, but there's a common theme that shouldn . Barton and Brooks had their positive moments, but at times they couldnt take on blocks, manhandle the lineman and drop the ball carrier. Multiple first-round picks, WRs DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett. Mocks. Jan. 8: Denver vs. Los Angeles Chargers (8-6), time TBD, Big day for Seahawks defense spoiled by low point for offense vs. Chiefs, Broncos QB Russell Wilson and Seahawks coach Pete Carroll shake hands on Sept. 12, 2022. The Seahawks and Lions are currently holding some highly valuable picks thanks to the struggles of the Broncos and Rams. Here's a look at how the Seahawks are positioned in 2023. Dallas Cowboys: Antonio Johnson, S, Texas A&M, 27. They also have an excellent duo of safeties up top in Jamal Adams and Quandre Diggs. Buffalo Bills: Blake Freeland, OT, BYU, 92. Gibbs is such a player. The Seahawks may have a need for Bobby Wagner that they didn't last year, but there are hurdles to bringing him back, explains Brock Huard. Keep in mind that once the end of the third round comes around, prospect grades tend to vary greatly depending on the evaluator. The NFL Scouting Combine is right around the corner, which means the 2023 NFL draft is just a couple of months away. Atlanta Falcons: Myles Murphy, EDGE, Clemson, 9. According to ESPN, their 34% pass-rush win rate put them in the bottom four of all teams in 2022. Green Bay Packers: Broderick Jones, OT, Georgia, 16. Forbes of one of a long line of bigger, more aggressive cornerbacks in this class, and his 2022 metrics speak to his potential 31 catches allowed on 58 targets for 284 yards, 105 yards after the catch, three touchdowns, six interceptions, and an opponent passer rating of 44.7. Cody Bartons impending free agency and Jordyn Brooks ACL tear pave the way for Campbell (6-4, 248) to compete for a starting job right away. That season . White also skipped the 2020 season as a COVID opt-out, so in effect he played four games from 2020-2021, then emerged in 2022. New England Patriots: Cedric Tillman, WR, Tennessee, 47. That shouldnt be an issue for the 6-3, 306-pound Schmitz, a stud center at Minnesota who was a standout at the Senior Bowl. San Francisco 49ers: DJ Turner, CB, Michigan, 102. While the 2022 group was filled with mid-round prospects, elevated unfairly within a media desperate for . Multiple first-round picks, WRs DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett. Jan. 8: Seattle vs. Los Angeles Rams (5-10), time TBD, Jan. 1: Denver at Kansas City (12-3), 10 a.m. New York Jets: Will Levis, QB, Kentucky, 14 New England Patriots: Peter Skoronski, OT, Northwestern, 15. The RPOs spanned from Mike read, Edge read, leverage read, and more. SEATTLE Although a playoff berth remains a possibility for the Seahawks in 2022, the team currently possesses one of the most valuable selections in the 2023 NFL Draft. Cincinnati Bengals: Michael Mayer, TE, Notre Dame, 29. Jacksonville Jaguars: Gervon Dexter, DT, Florida, 57. I think between him and Tyree Wilson weve had plenty of discussion about those two as potential franchise pass rushers for a team that has struggled to get after the quarterback for several years. He took over a prominent role with the departures of Travon Walker, Jordan Davis and Devonte Wyatt to the NFL. He might also be the next Tim Tebow. Despite finishing second in their division and earning a playoff spot, the Seahawks were one of the worst pass-rushing teams in the NFL this year. It remains unclear whether Young or Stroud will be the first quarterbacks off the board in the 2023 NFL Draft, but the Seahawks wouldn't be going wrong by selecting either signal-caller. Hes seen as someone who can make plays in space, is dynamic after the catch and can come away with the difficult catch. There have been two C.J. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft. It may surprise some if new Texans head coach DeMeco Ryans focuses on offense with his first two picks, but the former Houston linebacker and 49ers defensive coordinator is no fool he knows where the most pressing needs lie. Amid all the hand-wringing over Seattle's decision to pass on the 2022 quarterbacks, the reality is the Seahawks did exactly what they needed to do. Far too often in 2022, the Bills offense developed into whatever Josh Allen could do, and there was no Option B. Its time for that to change under second-year offensive coordinator Ken Dorsey, who did not impress at the same level that Brian Daboll, his predecessor, did. Baltimore Ravens: Jaylon Jones, CB, Texas A&M, 87. The team's next franchise quarterback will need both of those guys in their primes. Arizona Cardinals: Jalen Carter, DL, Georgia, 4. February 28, 2023 7:00 am PT Mel Kiper published a new 2023 NFL mock draft this morning at ESPN and he has an interesting scenario playing out for Seattle in the top 10. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. Metcalf and Tyler Lockett are an excellent one-two punch out wide, but Seattle is still missing a quality No. Seattle Seahawks 2023 draft picks As of Week 14, the Seahawks have the No. Campbell isnt perceived as someone who will have issues covering in the league, but where he appears more valuable to Seattle is the run game, where the Seahawks lacked consistent physicality in 2022. If thats the case, the Titans couldnt do any better than Johnson, who gave up just two sacks and 12 total pressures in 2022, and projects just as well in the run game always a necessity when youre talking about this particular offense. He has long arms and strong hands, and that made it hard for guards to handle him. The Seahawks are in need of a center with starter Austin Blythe and backup Kyle Fuller not only having underwhelming seasons but also playing on expiring contracts after this year. Wilson is a bit of a raw prospect, but he brings insane athleticism for his 6-foot-6, 275-pound frame, and he put up eight sacks and 50 total pressures in 2022. It'll be. Its a good place for the team to be in after a surprise playoff run a season ago. 5 pick, general manager John Schneider calls his old friend Scott Fitterer, current general manager of the Panthers. And they're cheap right now anyway. Seahawks mock draft: LB Will Anderson, Jr., Alabama New Panthers head coach Frank Reich and offensive coordinator Thomas Brown have a clean slate at quarterback, which might remind Reich of his undefined time with the position during his time with the Colts. Mock Draft Database Sites; NFL NBA NHL MLB. Heck, even seventh-round pick Dareke Young has. Dallas Cowboys: Dawand Jones, OT, Ohio State, 60. Thats 48.4 yards per deep reception, and adding another fireball of a deep threat to this offense, given all its done to progress in Hills absence, would be thoroughly ridiculous. 2023 Bonneville International. Where Can The Bills Add Offensive Playmakers? Detroit Lions (from Minnesota Vikings): Darnell Washington, TE, Georgia, 56. He can be a tone-setting starter for a decade. Still, its nearly impossible for the Seahawks to think of this season as anything other than a resounding success. The Jets, who are one good quarterback away from contention, may or may not get that good quarterback over time in the form of Levis, whose skill set is offset by all kinds of weird on-field decisions. Check. Seahawks draft order: No. Seattle Seahawks (from Denver Broncos): Devon Witherspoon, CB, Illinois, 6. Smith was one of the most physical players in college football this year. New York Giants: DeMarvion Overshown, LB, Texas, 90. A former tight end in high school and at Old Dominion, White recorded 7.5 sacks in his redshirt senior year with the Yellow Jackets and had 14 tackles for loss overall. It just makes too much sense to find an heir-apparent for Lockett sooner rather than later. He looked the best of all the quarterbacks on the final day of practice and found a rhythm with his pass catchers. Sign up for the Seahawks Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. This gives the Seahawks the luxury to package pick No. Seattle Seahawks: Keion White, DL, Georgia Tech, 21. Murphy would help a great deal hes a power-pusher off the edge with outstanding speed to the pocket. 2, there are six teams with top-10 picks that are arguably in need of quarterbacks and could ignore those dynamics this draft season. Hes got a high football IQ and the competitive motor that an interior lineman should have at the next level, and hed give Smith and running back Kenneth Walker III some quality blocking up front. Thats where Hendon Hooker comes into play. Houston Texans: Derick Hall, EDGE, Auburn, 66. Philadelphia Eagles: Isaiah Foskey, EDGE, Notre Dame, 31. Its another defensive lineman, but its not one of the featured draft prospects. The rest of a rebuilding roster should be tradeable, but the clear-cut talent deficit associated with giving up Buckner is too much to move up three spots with several other quarterbacks likely on the board. In terms of draft assets, the Seahawks have plenty of other areas to address to support the quarterback they select, so giving up the . Philadelphia Eagles: Tuli Tuipulotu, DL, USC, 63. The 5-foot-11 former Boston College star recorded 78 receptions for 1,077 yards and 12 touchdowns a season ago. Still, its nearly impossible for the Seahawks to think of this season as anything other than a resounding success. The Seahawks are set up very well for the future and could get even richer with young talent. The Seahawks will need a new starting center in 2023 following Blythes announcement. Johnson is a tough evaluation, as you have to separate his individual performance from the schematic weirdness and iffy efficiency of the Aggies defense. Dan Quinn, who stuck around to stay as the Cowboys defensive coordinator, would seem to love a new chess piece with this much effective versatility. SEATTLE The Seahawks are one of just a few NFL teams with multiple picks in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. The former was rated by PFF as the 12th-best player in all of football last year, while London went over 800 yards as a rookie. First round. 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