New England Patriots (from Carolina Panthers): Andre Carter II, EDGE, Army, 77. Carter gives Seattle a mauler on their defensive interior and is a massive upgrade for an already needy position. The Seahawks have two first-round picks, including No. Adebawore looked explosive firing off the ball in Senior Bowl practices as an interior rusher, and hes one of the prospects who earned some money in Mobile. The Seahawks can go a number of different ways in the 2023 draft. Jacksonville Jaguars: Jammie Robinson, S, Florida State, 89. Check. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. Hes a big, aggressive cornerback who can erase receivers all the way up the boundary, and his movement skills are outstanding. 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. a quarterback once they bring Smith back. NFL MOCK DRAFT. Check. Now that Seattles season is over, its time to turn their attention to the coming draft. (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). They also have an excellent duo of safeties up top in Jamal Adams and Quandre Diggs. Los Angeles Chargers: Brandon Joseph, S, Notre Dame, 86. Los Angeles Chargers: Bryan Bresee, DL, Clemson, 22. Heres what it could look like. The Arizona Cardinals predictably folded up against the San Francisco 49ers, so the Broncos . You'll now receive the top Seahawks Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. Head coach Todd Bowles has other issues to address, like a cornerback group that mostly underwhelmed last season, and could be in real trouble if impending free agent Jamel Dean decides to go elsewhere. But head coach Pete Carroll just proved again this year how he is more than capable of coaching up a quarterback prospect to his full potential. Detroit Lions (from Los Angeles Rams); Christian Gonzalez, CB, Oregon, 7 Las Vegas Raiders: Tyree Wilson, EDGE, Texas Tech, 8. Again, the Seahawks probably wont need a quarterback once they bring Smith back. Los Angeles Chargers: Kayshon Boutte, WR, LSU, 55. Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images, Larry Radloff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images, Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images. 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. Ringo has a lot of up and down in his tape, and he needs to work on the transitive properties of the position, as he can get lost in space at times, but he fits the Bowles archetype as a bigger, athletic defender who isnt afraid to go out and give receivers all kinds of love taps. Throwing more to George Pickens would be a nice first step. Hes also a very instinctive player that gets a good read on the ball early, allowing him to make a quick play. Washington Commanders: Byron Young, DT, Alabama, 98. Quinton Jefferson added 5.5 sacks himself. New Orleans Saints: Hendon Hooker, QB, Tennessee, 41. In fairness to Dorsey, its tough to design an offense in which the run game is an afterthought at best. All other members of the roster and non-first-round picks should be fair game. His instincts to defend the run and general mental processing are phenomenal. 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.. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Kelee Ringo, CB, Georgia, 20. They can't give up both if they want to take a major step forward after nearly making the playoffs in 2022. Cincinnati Bengals: Matthew Bergeron, OT, Syracuse, 93. Houston Texans: C.J. The Jaguars have some interesting young pieces at cornerback, but theyre still putting it all together. 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. The legitimate excitement about the addition of new Commanders offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy and all the skill players Bieniemy has to work with tends to obstruct the fact that Washingtons defense was a bit of a hot mess last season, and cornerback help is desperately needed. Wilson threw 3 touchdowns on 13/23 passing and has now beaten every team in the NFL except the Seahawks. Multiple first-round picks, WRs DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett. He can be a tone-setting starter for a decade. Chicago Bears: Josh Downs, WR, North Carolina, 36. Where this mock draft takes a turn is when Seattle is up at #20. Kansas City Chiefs: Jalin Hyatt, WR, Tennessee. That season . Heres Draft Wires reasoning for the Seahawks taking 65, 286 lbs DL Keion White. Smith was one of the most physical players in college football this year. Dallas Cowboys: Dawand Jones, OT, Ohio State, 60. 5 overall, the Seahawks trade down with the Panthers, then select Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson at No. Haener (6-0, 208) isnt very big, and its unlikely he develops into a starting quarterback, but the former Washington Husky is accurate enough to take a chance on late on Day 3. 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. On top of Pure Progressions and Progression + Alert reads, Young executed all manner of pick a side reads, including 1-High/2-High, MOFO/MOFC and Man/Zone reads. It'll be. New Orleans Saints: Tucker Kraft, TE, South Dakota State, 72. Josh Whyle, TE, Cincinnati: Josh Whyle (6-6, 260) is an athletic pass-catching tight end. Wide receivers D.K. Yes, I can feel the esteemed heads of the analytics community exploding as one over this selection. And while Lockett isn't young anymore, it'd actually cost the Seahawks an additional $4.4 million to trade him, per Spotrac. As the NFL Scouting Combine kicks off, Brock Huard is looking closely at three defensive linemen for the Seahawks in particular. Green Bay Packers: Adetomiwa Adebawore, DL, Northwestern, 79. Philadelphia Eagles: Isaiah Foskey, EDGE, Notre Dame, 31. That preposterous number tells you a lot of what you need to know about Robinsons power, wiggle, and speed, and how hed complete a Lions offense that was already on the rise in 2022. One of Achanes strengths is his potential to be an extra pass-catcher out of the backfield, something that complements Walker, who didnt catch passes often in his rookie season. 1 target. Branch not only provides that, but he also has an ability to play both safety spots as well as slot cornerback. Stroud, how about the addition of Johnston, the TCU star who needs a bit of refinement regarding the full route tree, but can spam enemy defenses at any level with his size (6-foot-4, 215 pounds), straight-line speed, and freaky after-catch ability. Miami Dolphins: Cody Mauch, OL, North Dakota State, 52. Those roles currently belong to Shelby Harris, Poona Ford and Quinton Jefferson, but theres no guarantee any of those three veterans are on the roster next season. 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. 1 corner Darius Slay. 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. Detroit Lions (from Minnesota Vikings): Darnell Washington, TE, Georgia, 56. 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. Now, Seattle heads into April's draft with the. For one thing, trading down from No. Seattle Seahawks (from Denver Broncos): Devon Witherspoon, CB, Illinois, 6. Senior Bowl standout? The Seahawks enter the 2023 NFL Draft with 10 selections, a native pick in each round and extra picks in the first, second and fifth rounds due to trading away Russell Wilson and Ahkello Witherspoon. 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. Whether Skoronski fits best at left tackle, right tackle, or guard, his technique-perfect profile would make Bill Belichick quite happy. Gambling problem? The Seahawks will need a new starting center in 2023 following Blythes announcement. But some team is going to be flummoxed by Levis raw traits and gritty/gutty/gamer thing, and overdraft him in the first round. If you're rolling dice regardless, why pay extra to roll? In the past, many prospects have used a strong . 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. Uninterested in taking a quarterback with the No. Heres a look at where Seattles four picks in the top two rounds stand and whats still to come following Week 16 of the NFL season. Seahawks GM John Schneider said talks with Geno Smith thus far have been "positive," but the team still might draft a quarterback with the No. Please check your email for a confirmation. Odds & lines subject to change. Heres what we do know: Pete Carroll and John Schneider arent afraid of athletic projects, at times to their own detriment, and theyre well aware that much help is required along the defensive front. Thats where a bigger, old-school-looking linebacker like Campbell could be a potential upgrade. Hes your prototypical signal caller with great arm strength and velocity on the ball. Opposing quarterbacks threw just 23 touchdowns compared to 14 interceptions. The Lions do not have needs at all three levels of their defense, but their cornerbacks allowed 16 touchdowns and had just three interceptions in 2022, which is sub-optimal. Green Bay Packers: Broderick Jones, OT, Georgia, 16. Past. Please check your email for a confirmation. 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. San Francisco 49ers: DJ Turner, CB, Michigan, 102. One expected pick at 5th, and then one out of nowhere at 20th overall. Green Bay Packers: Dalton Kincaid, TE, Utah, 46. To me, that consists of the 25-year-old defensive standout Crosby, the superstar receiver Adams and the pillar left tackle Miller. 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. Los Angeles Rams: Drew Sanders, LB, Arkansas, 37. Richardson also showed a lot of development over his first season as a starter for the Gators under Reich and his staff, you could expect that to continue. 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. 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. Here's a look at how the Seahawks are positioned in 2023. Lets dive into our Seahawks mock draft. As we dive into our first Seahawks mock draft of 2023, the central focus in the Pacific Northwest has to be on building around quarterback Geno Smith. 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. 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. According to. Despite dealing with injuries a season ago, Carter was able to put up seven tackles for loss and three sacks for Georgia. Will Dissly is on the books for another two years, but hes recovering from yet another season-ending injury, his third in five years. The Seattle Seahawks will have two selections in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. 6 to No. A running back at the top of the second half of the first round? He was the Heisman favorite for Tennessee prior to suffering a torn ACL late last season. On top of that, the Russell Wilson trade netted them the fifth and 38th overall picks in the 2023 NFL Draft, putting the Seahawks in prime position to build up . New York Jets: Will Levis, QB, Kentucky, 14 New England Patriots: Peter Skoronski, OT, Northwestern, 15. At 4-11, Denver is ahead of only Houston (2-12-1) and Chicago (3-12), and Broncos losses in their last two games which are against the Chiefs and Chargers, the top two teams in the AFC West could result in them falling completely into the cellar. Multiple first-round draft picks, OT Penei Sewell, edge Aidan Hutchinson. Metcalf and Tyler Lockett are an excellent one-two punch out wide, but Seattle is still missing a quality No. February 23, 2023 9:34 am ET. The RPOs spanned from Mike read, Edge read, leverage read, and more. The Seahawks need to upgrade their interior offensive line. Let's dive into how they could look to bolster their roster. Arizona Cardinals: Tyjae Spears, RB, Tulane, 97. 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. Indianapolis Colts (from Washington Commanders): Mazi Smith, DT, Michigan, 80. February 25, 2023 6:03 am ET. Atlanta Falcons 2023 NFL Draft Picks Round 1 Round 2 Round 3 Round 4 Round 4 (From Tennessee) Round 5 (From Jacksonville) Round 7 (From Las Vegas) Round 7 (From Buffalo) Additional Info Received a fourth-round pick (and lost a sixth-round pick) as part of the trade package with the Titans for WR Julio Jones. Thats abnormal behavior for a 6-foot-3, 300-pound man. (Syndication: The Knoxville News-Sentinel). Seahawks consider QB at No. With a season or two to develop behind Smith, he could eventually deliver on his awesome potential. 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. Seahawks 2023 mock draft: Retooling the defense post-Wild Card loss : With the Seahawks 2022 season done, the team will now focus . Because there are so many 7- and 8-win teams across the league this season, the Seahawks' native 2023 first-round pick really could go anywhere from 10-18 if certain results break their way.. 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. 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. 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. Trading any of those guys would actually be extremely costly from a financial standpoint, but splitting with one to land a quarterback like Young might be worth it considering there's a risk they could be left empty-handed otherwise. Dan Parr and Eric Edholm provide a look at the updated 2023 NFL Draft order . Stroud, QB, Ohio State, 3. Seattle Seahawks: Keion White, DL, Georgia Tech, 21. Thats where Flowers comes into play. His tackle background is nice to have, too. On top of that, the Russell Wilson trade netted them the fifth and 38th overall picks in the 2023 NFL Draft, putting the Seahawks in prime position to build up their roster. Thats because in addition to the first-rounder from Denver, Seattle also owns the Broncos second-round selection, giving the Hawks a rare four picks in the first two rounds, two of which should be at least in the top 20 overall. Honest NFL (@TheHonestNFL) February 22, 2023. Seahawks' first four 2023 NFL Draft picks. General manager John Schneider and Co. must protect themselves. Perhaps, but nobody ever said that the NFL was fair. How Many Draft Picks Do the Seahawks Have in 2023? Then-rookie Coby Bryant struggled to an extent in this role last season, yielding a 75% completion and 116.5 QB rating when targeted. While the Seahawks (7-8) have stumbled to five losses in their last six games, they could still finish the season with a 9-8 record, which might be enough for one of the NFCs seven playoff berths depending on how things shake out with a few other teams in the conference. Heres what it could look like. Whyle would be a potentially useful red zone threat and third-down option in the passing game in the future after sitting behind Fant and Parkinson. Houston Texans (from Cleveland Browns): Quentin Johnston, WR, TCU, 13. 1 overall selection, presumably to leapfrog the quarterback-hungry Houston Texans for whoever they perceive to be the best signal-caller in this class. But even after a Denver win in Week 18, Seattle will have a top-5 pick in the 2023 NFL draft. Houston Texans: Derick Hall, EDGE, Auburn, 66. Subscribe to The Athletic for in-depth coverage of your favorite players, teams, leagues and clubs. Tariq Woolen was absolutely brilliant at cornerback as a rookie for the Seahawks a season ago. 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. Young is . If you're going to trade him in for the unknown, you probably shouldn't be willing to cough up much more to move from No. Pro comps for Richardson have been all over the place but our favorite is Cam Newton. If his knack for finding space after catching the ball translates to the next level, thatd be a bonus for Seattle. The Saints could use help at both linebacker and edge, so why not both? Click Here To Find Out How To Test. Iowa LB Jack Campbell may be the Top LB in the 2023 #NFLDraft. The Seahawks already added one edge rusher in Anderson earlier in the draft, but they decide to double-dip here and get a guy who can play on the edge or kick inside to rush the passer. 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. This is a unique draft for the Seahawks in terms of capital, with 10 total picks including four in the first two rounds, and the No. Mock Draft Machine Beta Testing Has Begun! Maybe its a good idea to have a veteran stopgap at the position while developing a rookie with amazing traits, and Richardson would certainly qualify. When it comes to the Seahawks and the draft well, well just smile and laugh if you say that you think you know whats coming. Philadelphia Eagles: Tuli Tuipulotu, DL, USC, 63. That led to the unfortunate end of Frank Reichs tenure as head coach, and the weird Jeff Saturday experiment, and then, the hire of former Eagles offensive coordinator Shane Steichen as the new head coach/offensive shot-caller. Gibbs is such a player. We use cookies and other tracking technologies to improve your browsing experience on our site, show personalized content and targeted ads, analyze site traffic, and understand where our audiences come from. Where Can The Bills Add Offensive Playmakers? Atlanta Falcons: Owen Pappoe, LB, Auburn, 76. Its time for the Raiders to find a match on the other side of the edges for Maxx Crosby and his All-Pro production. Moving on from Jackson would create an even more urgent need for a starting-caliber lineman like Torrence, an All-American guard who was rock solid in pass protection. The Seahawks and Lions are currently holding some highly valuable picks thanks to the struggles of the Broncos and Rams. Arizona Cardinals: Zay Flowers, WR, Boston College, 35. 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. Young and Stroud look ready to start right away, but taking a chance on a raw QB like Richardson is the right call. Active players can certainly be on the table, but the team should be strict about keeping at least the majority of its current nucleus. There have been two C.J. While theres some issues with Flowers natural catching ability, thats something the Seahawks can work on out of the gate. 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. Smith was one of the most physical players in college football this year. They set themselves up for next year. Related: Seattle Seahawks Geno Smith and the top 2023 NFL free agents. This is a tremendous haul for a team coming off a fantastic 2022 NFL Draft. Seattle got solid production from edge guys Uchenna Nwosu and Darrell Taylor (9.5 sacks each) a season ago. Jones is both a high-level pass-protector and a complete mauler in the run game on the left side, and if Bakhtiari manages a full season for the first time since 2019, Jones has enough positional versatility to project him perfectly to a staff that has appreciated such things in recent years. The 5-foot-11 former Boston College star recorded 78 receptions for 1,077 yards and 12 touchdowns a season ago. Thomas is solid as a pass defender and has done well playing as a QB spy as well. Buffalo Bills: Jahmyr Gibbs, RB, Alabama, 28. 1. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Ivan Pace Jr., LB, Cincinnati, 83. Before all the action gets started at Lucas Oil Stadium, here's an early look at how the first two rounds of the 2023 NFL draft could shake out (draft order and projected compensatory picks via Tankathon):. Chicago Bears: Calijah Kancey, DL, Pitt, 65. If theres one area of need here, it has to be a high-upside youngster to help anchor the unit with Woolen moving forward. New Falcons defensive coordinator Ryan Nielsen did a lot of great work over the years as the Saints defensive line coach and co-defensive coordinator. San Francisco went for 181 yards on the ground. Minnesota Vikings: Clark Phillips III, CB, Utah, 24. We break down their needs and a potential dream pick in the first round. Second verse, same as the first: In Brandon Staleys two seasons as the Chargers head coach, his proclivity for interesting coverages and light boxes have relegated his defense to the bottom of the league when it comes to stopping the run. Buffalo Bills: Blake Freeland, OT, BYU, 92. Rost: Why the Seahawks are down but not out. 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. Washington Commanders: Cam Smith, CB, South Carolina, 17. Seahawks 2023 mock draft: 2 trades, 3 first-round picks and a boatload of talent By Michael-Shawn Dugar Feb 20, 2023 68 The Seahawks enter the 2023 NFL Draft with 10 selections, a. Well get measurables on White later this week at the NFL Combine. In terms of draft assets, the Seahawks have plenty of other areas to address to support the quarterback they select, so giving up the . Over the next several weeks there will definitely be more names added to the mix as potential first-round targets for Seattle. 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. Branch could be an immediate impact performer given his elite athleticism and wide-ranging cover skills. 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. Brown is an excellent athlete with great versatility to move around the defensive backfield from his safety position. The Bengals already have the leagues best receiver trio in JaMarr Chase, Tee Higgins, and Tyler Boyd. The addition of Addison, a quick, flashy, route-complete receiver, would also be nice. This gives the Seahawks the luxury to package pick No. He would fit nicely into Seattles run scheme and be able to hold his own when sorting out protections in the passing game. Will Levis is the QB to focus on for 2023. The Philadelphia Eagles have named Sean Desai defensive coordinator, hiring him away from his role as associate head coach with the Seahawks. In less than a week, the entire NFL and the whole of the 2023 draft class will converge upon Indianapolis for the scouting combine an opportunity for NFL talent evaluators, scouts, and coaches to get a much better idea of the quality of this class both in on-field drills, and meetings with those prospects. Seattle Seahawks 2023 draft picks As of Week 14, the Seahawks have the No. , their 34% pass-rush win rate put them in the bottom four of all teams in 2022. Its another defensive lineman, but its not one of the featured draft prospects. Thanks to an incredible rookie class and the sudden resurgence of veteran quarterback Geno Smith, the Seahawks won nine games and snuck into the playoffs as the NFCs seven seed. As high as his potential is at the next level, Richardson is about as raw as it gets. Future first-round picks, DL DeForest Buckner. And they're cheap right now anyway. 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. USA Todays Draft Wire released its last Pre-NFL Combine mock draft on Sunday, and three quarterbacks go in the top four picks: Bryce Young at #1 to the Carolina Panthers (in an obvious trade up), C.J. And while a bottom-five team in terms of DVOA that is by all appearances rebuilding should try not to surrender its 2024 first-rounder, that shouldn't be ruled out either. Ahead of the 2022 season, Las Vegas odds had Seattles over/under win total at 5.5 games. Thats where Hendon Hooker comes into play. Hes a competitive blocker that generates power quickly and easily. Buy Buccaneers Tickets. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! On top of that, the Russell Wilson trade netted them the fifth and 38th overall picks in the 2023 NFL Draft, putting the Seahawks in prime position to build up their roster. 20 overall selection in addition to their fifth pick would be problematic. The Carolina Panthers had just one originally selected Pro Bowler during a poor 2022 season. Well into his 20s? Van Pran-Granger is one of the best centers in this class with the athleticism to quickly climb to the second level, pick off defenders as a pulling blocker and get out to lead block on screens. What does history tell us about what they will do early in the draft? Seattle traded Wilson to the Denver Broncos in exchange for a package of first- and second-round draft picks as well as defensive tackle Shelby Harris, tight end Noah Fant . We have compiled a consensus mock draft pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Las Vegas Raiders: Darnell Wright, OT, Tennessee, 39. Still, its nearly impossible for the Seahawks to think of this season as anything other than a resounding success. Detroit Lions: Bijan Robinson, RB, Texas, 19. Hes a plug-and-play force for a defense that needs improvement on all three levels. Iosivas is a bit of a sleeper as an Ivy League guy, but his athletic profile is truly elite. 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. https://touchdownwire.usatoday.com/lists/2023-nfl-draft-three-round-mock-draft/, 1. Seattle Seahawks (from Denver Broncos): Noah Sewell, LB, Oregon, 38. Dunlap was also adept at bull-rushing defenders for sacks, which he did on a game-ending fourth-and-10 takedown of Arizonas Kyler Murray in Week 11 of the 2020 season. The majority of the picks have had an extremely positive impact this year. Now that Seattles season is over, its time to turn their attention to the coming draft. Weve already talked about the possible drain in the Eagles cornerback group due to free agency; theres also the fact that (deep breath) Fletcher Cox, Javon Hargrave, Linval Joseph, Ndamukong Suh, Brandon Graham, and Robert Quinn are potential free agents along that defensive line. 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. The Minnesota mauler has a physical edge, combined with the mobility, strength, and flexibility to own the middle. Seattles starting center from last season, Austin Blythe, is going to be a free agent. He took over a prominent role with the departures of Travon Walker, Jordan Davis and Devonte Wyatt to the NFL. Phil Haynes, Seattles other starter at right guard, is scheduled to be an unrestricted free agent. 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