Schneider's Defense-Focused Draft Strategy

0:00On April 22nd, Seattle Seahawks GM, John Schneider only holds four picks in the upcoming NFL draft, but he's been busy chatting with 25. Prospects through formal and informal meetings. Public records show a clear pattern heavy focus on defense, with 16 meetings at edge rusher, cornerback, and safety spots. That defensive tilt makes sense after losing three key players on that side this off-season, and edge like boy mafe, cornerback, reek woolen, and safety. Kobe Bryant. Last year, nine of his 11 picks went to offense, so balancing the roster now feels like the smart play. Fans and analysts see Schneider zeroing in on cornerbacks especially, with three formal meets on guys projected late first or early second round. He's also talked to edge rusher's likely gone by his end of second pick, and the list has plenty of mid-round talents that screen potential trade down. From the 30-second overall spot, on offense, running back jumps out after Kenneth Walker's free agency exit, Schneider met Arkansas's Mike Washington Jr. and a couple under the radar.

1:03Backs. There's even buzz around Oregon guard a manual pregnant as a day-to-steel to plug the line right away. Expect Seattle to lean defense with most or all four picks, but keep an eye as the draft kicks off. Schneider's building that championship core. Strategic move at a time.