Seahawks Draft: Darrell Jackson Jr. for Defensive Line

0:00On April 7th, Seattle Seahawks only got 4 picks in the 2026 draft, their fewest since that bust 3-pick class back in 20, 21 where nobody panned out. But GM John Schneider has been killing it lately, so even with slim options, expect him to snag some gems, maybe starting with an interior defensive, line men high up. Analysts like Alex Valentine from Bleacher Report say, grab a defensive tackle early since Leonard Williams and Brandon Pilly hit free agency in 20, 27, and Jaren returns 33 next season. Williams is a must-keep at 33 years old, but you need depth beyond that. Fans and experts see the impact clear, the lines aging fast, and while Pilly is a solid runstopper at 27, only Byron Murphy the second has, shown full package skills so far. Second year guy Riley Mills could step up healthy this year after his knee issues, especially after that Super Bowl sack play. Valentine's Spotlights Florida states Darryl Jackson Jr. as a third round target, a 6-foot-5,

1:03315-pound beast who could, bulk up more, and fit Mike McDonald's scheme perfectly. He's mostly a runplugger in college, but needs pass rush polish. Under McDonald's coaching, Jackson could evolve into a long-term stud, showing up the front for years while Schneider works his trade magic to build, around these vets.