Seattle Seahawks 2023 mock draft compilation 1.0
Ed Stein
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Team Needs
There are several areas where the Seattle Seahawks need help. Among the most critical positions that need reinforcing are:
Interior Offensive Line
For lack of a better term, Seattle’s offensive line is a work in progress. Last year Schneider picked up his tackles. This time around, a starting center and guard to replace inconsistent Gabe Jackson should be at the top of his list.
Quarterback
As of now, the Seattle Seahawks have no quarterbacks on the roster. Last year’s NFL Comeback Player of the Year, Geno Smith, and his backup Drew Lock are free agents.
It looks like they’ll bring back Smith, but there is no guarantee. Even if they re-sign him, this is a good crop of quarterbacks to take advantage of.
Inside Linebacker
Jordyn Brooks played at a Pro Bowl level as Bobby Wagner‘s heir. Unfortunately, he tore a knee ligament in the Seattle Seahawks last regular season game.
First-year starter Cody Barton had a great season. But he can’t do it alone, and is also a free agent. Another inside linebacker is needed.
Defensive line/ Edge
As the season drew to a close, Seattle’s defense gelled. Even so, the Seahawks still need to improve their run defense and pass rush. This draft class is loaded with impact players.
Running Back
Rashaad Penny was in the midst of a great season when he went down with a gruesome injury in Game 5 at New Orleans. Second round pick Kenneth Walker stepped up to replace him, picking up 1,070 rushing yards and 9 touchdowns.
So the starting RB is set, but the Seattle Seahawks need a reliable backup. Penny is a free agent, and backups Deejay Dallas and Travis Homer haven’t proven to be reliable options.
Slot Receiver
D.K. Metcalf and Tyler Lockett are possibly the NFL’s best wide receiver duo. Still, it would be nice to have another legitimate threat to complement them.
Last year’s third wheel Marquise Goodwin is a free agent, and the Seahawks will be tight on cap space. It’s also safe to say that 2021 2nd round pick Dee Eskridge is a bust.
Let’s see who the mock drafts think the Seahawks will pick this year.