Seahawks Grab Defensive Back Julian Neal

0:00On April 25, day 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft wrapped up with three rounds in the books and four still ahead. The Seattle Seahawks went straight for needs, grabbing running back Jadarian Price to step in for Kenneth Walk of the Third, corner back Bud Clark as. The next Kobe Bryant and then corner, Julian Neal from Arkansas, to fill the spot left by Rick Wullen. They snag Neal at pick number 99, end of the third round even though he's projected as a fourth or fifth round guy on most boards. Seattle had no picks in those rounds, so they reached a bit, but got solid value with his length, physicality, and run defense skills that fit there. Scheme right away, folks are loving it overall. Seahawks' wire gave him mostly B-pluses, with managing editor Cole Musgrove calling it a smart move for a game-ready corner, contributor Justin Mello. Praising his size and coach Mike McDonald fit, and Dom Scheme seeing him as a perfect backup to Josh Joe with upside. Guests Randy Elkins bumped into an A for the Scheme match, while Hayden Brown hit B-plus-2.

1:04Neal brings depth to the corner room and signals their eyeing edge rushers in free agency next, since they address three of four big losses. Already running back, corner and safety slash nickel. Smart roster work keeping them competitive without breaking the bank. With the draft rolling on, Seahawks fans got reasons to stay hyped as these picks lock in that defensive backfield for the long haul. From around the league, powered by AI, this is NFL News Today. I'm Corey with the story.