Seahawks Draft Strategy: Stockpile Picks, Prioritize Culture

0:00On April 22nd, Seahawks fans are buzzing his draft-week hits, with the team holding just four picks, including the 32nd overall in the first, round. General manager John Schneider has made it clear they want to trade back if the deals right, grabbing extra selections since their light on ammo this year. It's no secret he's eyeing a move to stockpile more in the middle rounds, based on his track record. Teams jumping up early in the second could be perfect partners, and Seattle might snag that second rounder, plus a couple mid-round gems, like they did. Back after their Super Bowl win-trading pick, 32 for 40th and 108. Schneider's stress is drafting tough, smart, reliable competitors, true Seahawks who fit the culture, no matter how few picks they have. Van questions poured in on everything from corners to running backs, but the team likes their current depth, even after losing Walker and Woolen. They won't force picks there, unless it's best available talent, with the right intangibles, prioritizing players who compete hard against the Young Super, bowl roster.

1:03On the running back front, Zack Chabinay's recovering from knee surgery, with George Halani, Kenny McIntosh, and new guy Emanuel Wilson stepping. Upcoach Mike McDonald believes in the group, though they might add a value falls right. All this sets up flexibility, with cap space rolling over, thanks to smart drafting and low-dead money. Only seven teams spin more actively. He lets them extend young stars like Jackson Smith and Jigba, Chase Trades, or Sign Vets without getting Boxed in, keeping Seattle in every deal.