On Friday I noticed a five-round mock draft by Chad Reuter. It actually reflects what I think could be a realistic scenario for the Seahawks.
Round 1 — Emeka Egbuka (WR, Ohio State)
Having spent the last week talking about why this is plausible, I don’t think I need to add anything here. This is the second mock after my own projecting Ebuka to #18. He is the quintessential Seahawks-type draft pick.
Round 2 — Quinn Ewers (QB, Texas)
Here’s where it gets interesting. Reuter has the Seahawks trading up 15 spots in round two, going from #50 to #35. They give the Titans #92 (the pick acquired from the Raiders for Geno Smith) and their 2026 third rounder. They also get back pick #141 (the third pick in round five).
Let’s park individual opinions on Ewers for a moment and talk about the projection. I’ve been saying for a long time that it wouldn’t surprise me if John Schneider really liked Ewers. He’s young enough to draft and develop. Can I imagine him trading up to get him? Maybe.
If Schneider really believes in him and felt it was necessary to move up, two third rounders (while getting a fifth back) isn’t a steep price for a shot at a long-term solution at quarterback. The internet will explode if it happens — but it’s a worthwhile talking point pitched by Reuter.
I noted last week that there’s at least some feeling within the league that Will Howard will go earlier than people think. It could be that we see quarterbacks come off the board between picks 33-45.
Round 2 — Shavon Revel Jr (CB, East Carolina)
I really rate Revel Jr and he would’ve been a first round pick without the injury. I like his physicality, his mental make-up and his playing style. The Seahawks are clearly intrigued as he’s one of their official-30 visits.
I don’t think Riq Woolen is for long in Seattle. I can well imagine he isn’t on the roster this time next year, one way or another. Revel Jr’s understanding of scheme and the technical intricacies of his position when speaking during interviews is impressive. He’s clearly dedicated to his craft in a way Mike Macdonald will like, with a gritty backstory to boot. He could easily be one of Seattle’s key second round targets.
Round 3 — Cameron Williams (G/T, Texas)
I don’t think it’s unrealistic at all that Seattle’s first O-line pick could come in round three. There are players who fit the zone blocking scheme very well who will be available in this range and beyond. This includes Charles Grant, Wyatt Milum, Chase Lundt, Jack Nelson, Logan Brown, Connor Colby, Bryce Cabeldue and Williams, who Reuter pairs with Seattle here.
His tape at right tackle was awful at times in 2024, although he was carrying an injury at the end of the season. We have no testing numbers as a consequence to gauge foot-speed and get-off (burst) which is problematic. However, Williams is a very serious individual with some good zone blocking moments on tape. His best fit is to kick inside to guard rather than protecting the edge.
Round 4 — Drew Kendall (C, Boston College)
Again, this is an approach I can well imagine the Seahawks taking. Kendall has some of the athletic qualities you look for in a good zone blocking center. He ran a 4.51 short shuttle and a 5.05 forty at 308lbs. He’s well known for his toughness and intelligence.
Drew Dalman, another former fourth round pick, ran the exact same short shuttle time but was 10lbs lighter. Kendall could provide a very similar player at a much more palateable price. People will hate waiting until rounds three and four to draft linemen but this isn’t unrealistic.
Round 5 — Cody Simon (LB, Ohio State)
It makes sense for the Seahawks to add to their linebacker depth at some point. Even if Ernest Jones Jr and Tyrice Knight are locked in as starters, there’s no depth behind them. This is about the range where Simon deserves to go, although some have him graded higher. He defends the run well and he was impressive in Ohio State’s second game against Oregon.
Round 5 — Craig Woodson (S, California)
As with Simon, this is the kind of range I’d expect Woodson to go and he provides another safety option (something they need to address). I enjoyed his tape in a ‘solid if unspectacular’ kind of way. His testing was decent and he’s reasonably sized. He defends the run well and can play up at the line.
Round 5 — Thomas Fidone (TE, Nebraska)
The key to a tight end with pro-upside is a strong 10-yard split and good agility. Fidone ran a 1.57 split, a 4.29 shuttle and a 7.01 three-cone. He fits the bill. He’s a player they can easily add into the rotation in year one and try to develop into a contributor down the line. I like Fidone more than I liked AJ Barner a year ago.
So there we go. I have to say, this is the best attempt at a realistic Seahawks mock by a national writer I’ve seen in a long time. It doesn’t mean I agree with the decisions. There are also other players I’d select ahead of those paired with Seattle. However, this is very much the kind of draft class I can imagine the Seahawks having.
