Seahawks' Aggressive Draft Strategy

0:00It's March 25th. This is NFL News Today football coverage powered by AI. Just one month remains until the 2026 NFL Draft, where the Seattle Seahawks aim to bolster their roster after focusing mostly on retaining current players during free agency. Starting with only four picks, the team plans to trade back aggressively for extra selections and future assets, targeting key needs like running, back, cornerback depth, offensive line, edge rusher, and wider seabird. Earlier this week, projections show Seattle trading their 30 second overall pick and a late-rounder to Baltimore for a higher second-rounder plus. Second, and third-round picks in 2027. They then move back again to snag Notre Dame running back, Darian Price at 47, a versatile explosive back who could become their lead, option. Meanwhile, with solid starters like Josh Joe returning in depth the concern at cornerback, the Seahawks eye San Diego State's Chris Johnson at pick, 64, he's a lockdown defender who provides reliable snaps even off the bench.

1:07At 96, Boise State's Cage Casey joins as a versatile guard tackle with strong zone blocking skills to upgrade the interior line. Further trades can net picks from Jacksonville, landing USC edge rusher Anthony Lucas at 124 to replace departing production and SMU. Wide receiver Jordan Hudson at 164. Hudson's precise routes in shorthands fill a slot left by a free agent loss, mirroring the style of their star Jackson Smith in Jigba. This approach lets Seattle address multiple gaps without reaching, gaining valuable future picks while betting on running back value, lasting into the undire. Second round, it sets them up for steady improvement without big risks.