Seahawks Consider Washington for Lead Back

0:00On April 21st, Arkansas running back Mike Washington, Jr. wrapped up his final pre-draft visit with the Seattle Seahawks on Monday, a top 30. Sit down that's got everyone buzzing. This comes right as the NFL draft kicks off this week, and Washington's been a hot projection for Seattle ever since his standout athletic testing at. The combine painted him as a high upside back. The Seahawks lost Kenneth Walker to the Kansas City Chiefs in free agency, leaving a big hole at lead back, and Washington's speed, explosiveness, and size make him a prime fit to step in and chase those home run plays. That said, he's got some red flags like fumbling the ball 10 times over his last three college seasons, including three in just 14 games last. Year plus shaky past protection skills that Seahawks GM, John Schneider, prioritizes big time. If Seattle wants that explosive weapon, Washington can land with them as early as their number 64 pick or later, but they might stick with in-house options instead.

1:01Either way, keep an eye on this one unfolding over the weekend. Stay locked in with NFL News Today, AI Powered Updates.