Seahawks' Draft Focus: Cornerback, Safety, Edge Rusher

0:00On March 2nd, the 2026 NFL Scouting Combine just wrapped up after a full week of workouts and interviews. All 32 teams, including the Seattle Seahawks, checked out top college prospects ahead of the April draft. Seahawks' general manager, John Schneider, met with players at safety, cornerback, wide receiver, edge rusher, running back, and offensive line spots. Earlier this week, talk centered on positions like interior offensive line and running back as lower priorities for an early pick. Seattle could grab solid guards or centers in the second round or later, with names like Oregon's Emanuel Pregnant in the mix. At running back, losing Kenneth Walker III would hurt, but they likely chase free agents or a mid-round guy instead of going high. Meanwhile, trading back in the first round opens doors for wide receivers or edge rusheres. Beyond Jackson Smith and Jigba, they lack a steady deep threat, so talents like Indiana's Omar Cooper Jr. or USC's Mackay Lemon fit well.

1:01On defense, Coach Mike McDonald wants more edge help, especially if boy may fee bolt in free agency. The biggest buzz points to cornerback and safety as prime first round targets. Free agents like Rick Wallen, Josh Job, and Kobe Bryant could leave gaps opposite Devon Witherspoon. This draft class runs deep there, with options like South Carolina's Brandon Sissy or Oregon's Dillon Dylamen, available even later. As free agency shakes out these next months, Seattle staff will zero in on bolstering that secondary, while feeling other holes smartly. Seattle staff will zero in on bolstering that secondary, while feeling other holes smartly. grading