Heres what it could look like. Indianapolis Colts (from Chicago Bears): Bryce Young, QB, Alabama, 2. 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. Seattle boasts two capable 1,000-yard receivers in that of DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett. Seattle Seahawks (from Denver Broncos): Devon Witherspoon, CB, Illinois, 6. Miami Dolphins: Cody Mauch, OL, North Dakota State, 52. He was the Heisman favorite for Tennessee prior to suffering a torn ACL late last season. Both Noah Fant and Colby Parkinson are entering the final years of their contracts. The Texas Tech pass rusher is currently projected to be a top-10 pick in the NFL Draft. Seattle Seahawks: Keion White, DL, Georgia Tech, 21. Actually he ticks all the boxes to be a Seahawks draft pick. Please check your email for a confirmation. Detroit Lions: Bijan Robinson, RB, Texas, 19. 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. Tennessee Titans: Paris Johnson Jr., OT, Ohio State, 12. But in a recent three-round mock draft from USA Today, some of these draft-day decisions take a . 5 expands the value of the Russell Wilson trade and will help keep them more competitive in the long run. The Chiefs managed to transcend the loss of Tyreek Hill via trade in the 2022 season, so as a reward to Andy Reids crew, how about the addition of Hyatt, perhaps the best pure speed receiver in this draft class? Thanks to an, and the sudden resurgence of veteran quarterback. Baltimore Ravens: Jaylon Jones, CB, Texas A&M, 87. 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. Lets dive into our Seahawks mock draft. Bringing Richardson to Seattle could end up being one of the best moves for both the player and the teamthe quarterback would reach his high ceiling and the team would get their future franchise quarterback. Behind Houston at No. 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. hats 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. Active players can certainly be on the table, but the team should be strict about keeping at least the majority of its current nucleus. We have compiled a consensus mock draft pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. 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. There have been two C.J. 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. Atlanta Falcons: Owen Pappoe, LB, Auburn, 76. Fourth time is a charm when it comes to defensive coordinator interviews for Desai this offseason. 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. The Day 3 pick slots wont be official until the compensatory selections are finalized, so for now, all the Day 3 prospects will be lumped together. 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. I do know, however, that Robinson forced over 100 tackles in his 2022 season ( I got that from Pro Football Focus, an analytics site, so there). 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. The Colts have been quarterback-light (to put it kindly) since Andrew Lucks surprise retirement. Now that my philosophy on trading up within a semi-crapshoot has been established and my standard has been established, these become easier to figure out. Its rare to get such a complete sample. First round. 5 overall pick via last year's trade that sent Russell Wilson . Los Angeles Rams: Tyrique Stevenson, CB, Miami (FL), 70. It sure doesnt seem out of the realm of possibility now following a calamitous 51-14 loss for Wilson and the Broncos on Christmas to the Los Angeles Rams (5-10), another team that has been near the bottom of the NFL all season. As we saw in Seattles NFC Wild Card Playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers, run defense has become an issue. With all of the teams listed here owning higher first-round picks than the Panthers, they may have to make a move to land one of this class' top quarterbacks. 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.. Barton and Brooks had their positive moments, but at times they couldnt take on blocks, manhandle the lineman and drop the ball carrier. If you're rolling dice regardless, why pay extra to roll? Well into his 20s? Carolina Panthers (from San Francisco 49ers): Ji'Ayir Brown, S, Penn State, 94. 61 (acquired in the Christian McCaffrey trade), a fifth-round pick and a 2024 second-round pick to jump ahead of Detroit, Las Vegas and Atlanta, three teams without long-term solutions at quarterback. Here on day three, the Seahawks have a great chance to add some quality depth at the safety position behind Adams and Diggs. Speaking of a potential heir-apparent, Seattle will need to add a young quarterback even if it doles out a ton of cash to Geno Smith. The Indianapolis Colts would only be moving up three spots, so it's really hard to justify giving up a player as awesome as the 28-year-old Buckner, who was a first-team All-Pro in 2020, a Pro Bowler in 2021 and an inside force with eight sacks and 22 quarterback hits despite Indy's immense struggles in 2022. Where this mock draft takes a turn is when Seattle is up at #20. To me, that consists of the 25-year-old defensive standout Crosby, the superstar receiver Adams and the pillar left tackle Miller. Acquiring another player with a similar frame and a history of success would be a boon for Seattle. Hes seen as someone who can make plays in space, is dynamic after the catch and can come away with the difficult catch. 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. Quinton Jefferson added 5.5 sacks himself. Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images, Larry Radloff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images, Ian Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images. In this scenario, edge rusher Will Anderson Jr. and defensive tackle Jalen Carter are off the board, going to Arizona and Chicago, respectively. Of course, when I say redshirt senior that means hes up there in age for a college player. Arizona Cardinals: Jalen Carter, DL, Georgia, 4. Still, its nearly impossible for the Seahawks to think of this season as anything other than a resounding success. Hes a competitive blocker that generates power quickly and easily. Because of the earlier trades in this mock, Seattle has two fifth-round picks and selections in the sixth and seventh rounds. 5 amid Smith talks. 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. Heres something you dont hear very often around the holidays: the Seahawks are still in play for both the postseason and the No. 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.. 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. SEATTLE The Seahawks are one of just a few NFL teams with multiple picks in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. The Cardinals have all kinds of needs to fill before theyre going to push their way back to true competitiveness, but as Carter is the best overall prospect in this class, and new head coach Jonathan Gannon naturally leans toward defense as the Eagles former defensive coordinator, this is an easy match. Washington Commanders: Henry To'oTo'o, LB, Alabama, 48. 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. 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. Iosivas is a bit of a sleeper as an Ivy League guy, but his athletic profile is truly elite. Skoronski is one of the most complete offensive line prospects in recent years he does everything well when its asked of him, and though there may be size and arm length concerns for the next level, its also true that the Patriots dont just have needs at left tackle they need to firm things up all over the place. pic.twitter.com/rqq1lnlIRK, Sanjit T. (@Sanjit__T) February 11, 2023. 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. Stroud when Geno Smith is expected to start at least next season and likely in 2024, as well. General manager John Schneider and Co. must protect themselves. I used the PFN Mock Draft Simulator to make this mock draft. As for the second part, Seattles final record probably isnt going to result in a top 10 pick (though that also is still possible), but the second of two first-round selections it received from Denver in the Russell Wilson trade last spring definitely will land there. The Seahawks are set up very well for the future and could get even richer with young talent. As it stands now, the Seahawks have the second pick of the first round in the 2023 draft as part of the Russell Wilson trade with the Broncos. Philadelphia Eagles: Israel Abanikanda, RB, Pitt, 95. According to ESPN, their 34% pass-rush win rate put them in the bottom four of all teams in 2022. Cincinnati Bengals: Julius Brents, CB, Kansas State, 61. 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. 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: Jordan Battle, S, Alabama, 82. Minnesota Vikings: Clark Phillips III, CB, Utah, 24. Sign up for the Seahawks Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. 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. 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. 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. 2023 Mock Drafts 2024 Mock Drafts 2025 Mock Drafts. This gives the Seahawks the luxury to package pick No. USA Today's 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 . 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. Hes a plug-and-play force for a defense that needs improvement on all three levels. Arizona Cardinals: Zay Flowers, WR, Boston College, 35. The Seahawks will need a new starting center in 2023 following Blythes announcement. 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. Still, its nearly impossible for the Seahawks to think of this season as anything other than a resounding success. 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. The Seahawks have two first-round picks, including No. 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. However, it must be noted that Metcalf is in the initial stages of his massive contract extension while the 30-year-old Lockett will count a combined $47.9 million against the cap in 2024 and 2025. The team's next franchise quarterback will need both of those guys in their primes. Tennessee Titans: Rashee Rice, WR, SMU, 73. 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. For one thing, trading down from No. 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. Now that Seattles season is over, its time to turn their attention to the coming draft. Wilson (6-6, 270) makes sense for the Seahawks in that hes a long, strong, physical edge defender. Positional versatility matters up front. 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. 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. 2 pick. Will Levis is the QB to focus on for 2023. 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. 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? While much of the focus has been on a potential trade-up with the Chicago Bears for the No. He has long arms and strong hands, and that made it hard for guards to handle him. This is not a team that is going to build everything around the run game, the Bills need a complementary force who can amplify everything around him. Seahawks' first four 2023 NFL Draft picks. Heres what it could look like. 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. 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. Houston Texans: Derick Hall, EDGE, Auburn, 66. Jacksonville Jaguars: Jammie Robinson, S, Florida State, 89. This obviously means current quarterback Jared Goff is on the table, although the real win is that the team would save more than $20 million by cutting Goff, according to Spotrac. 5 overall, the Seahawks trade down with the Panthers, then select Florida quarterback Anthony Richardson at No. Theres always room for one of those in todays game. Smith was one of the most physical players in college football this year. 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. 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. No. 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. 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. Pittsburgh Steelers (from Chicago Bears): O'Cyrus Torrence, OG, Florida, 33. At No. February 25, 2023 6:03 am ET. In other words, there's a decent chance the quarterback you stay put and draft will be better than the one you want to trade up for. Will Levis might be the next Josh Allen. 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. 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