Seahawks Consider Trading Down in NFL Draft

0:00On March 1st, the Seattle Seahawks, fresh off their Super Bowl win against the New England Patriots last month, hold the number 32 pick in the first round of the NFL draft. As the champions, they're in a strong spot, but might trade that selection to move down the board. With just four picks left, one each in the first, second and third rounds, plus a sixth rounder, the team lacks depth in selections after trading away. Their fourth, fifth and seventh round choices. Trading down would let them stock up on more picks without committing to the fully guaranteed contract that comes with every first rounder, including the fifth year option. Experts point out that players available in the early second round often match the talent of late first rounders, but at a much lower cost, making it a smart financial play unless they fall hard for someone at number 32. This strategy could help the Seahawks build depth on their roster efficiently as they defend their title.