Seahawks Scout Running Backs for Draft

0:00It's March 27th. This is NFL News today, AI-powered stories from around the league. I'm Cory with the story. The Seattle Seahawks are scouting running back talent for the 2026 NFL Draft, hosting Toledo's chip tranum on a pre-draft visit. This 224-pound back-and-press at Pro Day, with a 37-inch vertical jump, 27-inch bench press reps, and a four-point. One nine-second short shuttle. His overall performance ranked in the 94th percentile on the relative athletic score. Tranum had a breakout year at Toledo, rushing for 1,015 yards in 12 touchdowns in 2025. He's a well-travel player who also suited up for Arizona State, Kentucky, and Ohio State before finding his groove with the Rockets. The Seahawks face a thin backfield after losing Super Bowl's 60 MVP, Kenneth Walker III, to the Kansas City Chiefs in Free Agency. Backsharbonne's ACL injury could sideline him for much of next season, creating urgency

1:00for depth. Team scouts are digging deep on several prospects, including Jadarian Price, Image Johnson, and Jonah Coleman as they hunt for late-round value. With these visits underway, the Seahawks are building options to rebuild their run game for the long haul.