Seattle Seahawks: Final 2022 Dueling Mock Drafts – Thumbnail Version
1st Round: Pick 9
Derek Stingley Jr., CB, LSU, 6’0″ 190-pounds
The Seahawks had a large contingent in Baton Rouge for the LSU Pro Day. Derek Stingley Jr. was a consensus number one recruit in the 2017 recruiting class. Then he went out and made big plays as a true freshman while winning a National Title with Joe Burrow and crew.
Charles Cross, OT, Mississippi State, 6’5″ 307-pounds
This is a great draft for offensive tackles. Three of them stand out above the rest, which comes down to preference. Charles Cross will likely be the last of the top three left, but any of them will do. That doesn’t mean he won’t be any less effective.
An efficient blocker, Cross uses his core, legs, and upper body to control his man in the run and force him outside in the pass. For a guy without much starting experience, Cross’ handwork is exceptional. Whether it’s chopping away a pass rusher’s hands or delivering sharp thrusts to their upper body, he does an exceptional job.
2nd Round: Pick 40
Tyler Linderbaum, C, Iowa, 6’2″ 296-pounds
Widely regarded as the best center in the draft, Tyler Lindbaum won the Rimmington Award given to the top center in
college, in addition to being the Big Ten Offensive Lineman of the Year. The Seattle Seahawks need his presence on the interior line.
Kyler Gordon, CB, Washington, 5’11.5″ 195-pounds
The question isn’t should the Seattle Seahawks draft Kyler Gordon in the second round; it’s will he still be there at pick 40. I think he will. Gordon has the natural skills and speed to be a top cornerback in the NFL. It will be up to the Seahawks coaching staff to put the finishing touches on his game so he can reach his potential.
2nd Round: Pick 41
Tariq Woolen, CB, UTSA, 6’4″ 205-pounds
Those who have been following me through these mocks know I have been on this kid from day one. Tariq Woolen is fast, clocking in at 4.26 40-time. He’s big and has long arms. The converted wide receiver makes plays and will only get better under Coach Pete.
Quay Walker, LB, Georgia, 6’4″ 240-pounds
A steady tackler, Quay Walker, is very agile for his size. At times, it looks like he swallows up running backs in his big frame when making tackles at the line. But it’s in the pass game where Walker does his best work. His speed allows him to cover running backs and tight ends effectively from side to side.
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3rd Round: Pick 72
Isaiah Spiller, RB, Texas A&M, 6’0″ 217-pounds
An elusive back, Isaiah Spiller can change gears in a hurry. He runs with patience and is a capable pass blocker. Spiller can also swing out and catch a few passes. He should fit in nicely this year with Rashaad Penny and take over next year.
Abraham Lucas, OT, Washington State, 6’6″ 315-pounds
Abraham Lucas has a steady all-around game. He did a great job at WSU protecting the passer, especially in offensive systems that didn’t use a tight end to help double edge rushers. He’s strong and aggressive enough to make defensive linemen cautious but knows himself well enough to play within his own abilities.
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