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Best NFL picks ever by draft slot? Seahawks got 11 of them

Best NFL picks ever by draft slot? Seahawks got 11 of them

Spanning decades, the Seahawks have an impressive list of big hits across the entire draft.

ESPN put the full weight of their offseason might into ranking the greatest draft pick ever at each selection, all the way to pick 262. Pretty cool exercise, and the Seattle Seahawks did quite alright for themselves.

Here’s the list!

6. Walter Jones, Tackle.

Ben Solak called him “one of the best offensive linemen of all time,” and he beat Julio Jones for this honor at number six.

36. Kevin Mawae, Center

The reason you might have never heard of him is because...

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Will Anthony Bradford remain the starting right guard n 2025?

Will Anthony Bradford remain the starting right guard n 2025?

After a disappointing 2024, will Bradford be able to keep his status of starter?

Anthony Bradford is entering his third year in the NFL, but without great expectations. He began 2024 as a starter and is the leading candidate to start again at right guard. After a rookie season with 578 snaps, he played just over 600 in 2024, being worse in EVERY possible aspect. The fact that he continues to be the leading candidate to start says more about the depth of the roster in the role than about Bradford’s quality.

2024 season stats

PFF grades, considering he...

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Seahawks Reacts Survey: Will Jalen Milroe start any games in his rookie season?

Seahawks Reacts Survey: Will Jalen Milroe start any games in his rookie season?

Also, what will the Seahawks do with Drew Lock?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Seattle Seahawks fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.

Let’s have some fun with this week’s Seahawks Reacts survey. We’ve only got two questions but they’re both about quarterbacks. The first one is entirely about Drew Lock while the other one is primarily about Jalen Milroe but indirectly is also about Sam Darnold.

Lock was brought back to Seattle on...

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Seahawks 2025 draft class projections: Is Damien Martinez a hidden gem?

Seahawks 2025 draft class projections: Is Damien Martinez a hidden gem?

Seattle added another running back in a very strong class for the position. How will Damien Martinez contribute as a rookie?

Here’s a shocker…John Schneider drafted a running back! The 2025 running back class was extremely deep, so the Seattle Seahawks feel like they got a steal at No. 223 with Damien Martinez from the University of Miami. He rushed for nearly 3,000 yards over the past 3 seasons and brings a bruising rushing style (back) to the Pacific Northwest.

Athletic Profile/Comps

Relative Athletic Score (RAS)

Mockdraftable

Martinez has a good RAS profile without being really exceptional...

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Pre-Snap Reads 7/8: George Holani is another Seahawks RB looking to make noise in 2025

Pre-Snap Reads 7/8: George Holani is another Seahawks RB looking to make noise in 2025

We could only be so lucky.

In Today’s Links: players that could push our new draft picks off the roster, Sam Darnold’s expectations, Seattle Seahawks 90-man roster breakdown, and a few other tidbits of info. Happy Tuesday. Let’s get it.

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Seahawks News

Steven Sims could force Seahawks to release a rookie - Seaside Joe
Steven Sims could be existential threat to 7 Seahawks receivers

What makes Seattle Seahawks rookie TE Arroyo 'luxury player' - Seattle Sports
Michael Bumpus explains why second-round draft pick Elijah Arroyo offers the Seattle Seahawks a skill set...

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Why Kenneth Walker’s 2024 season was a rollercoaster ride

Why Kenneth Walker’s 2024 season was a rollercoaster ride

Did Walker do enough for a contract renewal? At what cost?

Kenneth Walker III entered the 2024 season with high expectations after showing sporadic bursts of talent in his first two years with the Seattle Seahawks. However, his third season was marked by ups and downs. There were moments when his aggressive, explosive style shined, but also moments when his pursuit of the home run resulted in unnecessary turnovers.

In a league that is increasingly unforgiving of running backs, Walker faced an important test: proving himself worthy of being a long-term centerpiece of Seattle’s offense — and, of course, earning...

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Pre-Snap Reads 7/7: Damien Martinez might be an X-factor for the Seahawks

Pre-Snap Reads 7/7: Damien Martinez might be an X-factor for the Seahawks

Whether this year, or in the future, Martinez is an interesting prospect.

In Today’s Links: expectations for Daddy Darnold, 90-man roster breakdown, more on Klink Kubiak and the new look Seattle Seahawks offense. Rookies report very soon, veterans after. Thanks for being here.

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Seahawks News

Praising Canes - Seaside Joe
Seahawks running back Damien Martinez is used to climbing up the rankings

3 insiders' expectations for Seattle Seahawks QB Sam Darnold - Seattle Sports
The 33rd Team's Sam Monson, The Athletic's Derrik Klassen and FTN Fantasy’s Aaron Schatz discussed their expectations for new...

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SBNation Reacts Results: Seahawks fans weigh in on NFC West title chances

SBNation Reacts Results: Seahawks fans weigh in on NFC West title chances

Either the Kool-Aid is beyond delicious, or our enthusiasm will be rewarded.

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NFL. Each week we ask questions of the most plugged-in NFL fans and fans across the country.

The yearly languid drifting of another Summer Edition of an NFL off-season will soon come to an end. Well, mostly, come to an end. Rookies report in a little over 10 days, and the veterans report on the 22nd of this month. Per the results of the last SBNation Reacts, the Seattle Seahawks fanbase, at large, is excited for the...

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Seahawks film review: What level can Boye Mafe reach in year four?

Seahawks film review: What level can Boye Mafe reach in year four?

Can Mafe become an elite edge defender?

The 2024 season confirmed that Boye Mafe is not just an athletic prospect — he is an edge rusher who is evolving technically and mentally. After posting incredible numbers in 2023, the Seattle Seahawks defender has established himself as one of the cornerstones of the defense under new head coach Mike Macdonald, playing more roles and more complex functions in the scheme. In this article, we analyze the strengths and weaknesses of Mafe’s game, his production in 2024 and how much he could be worth at the negotiating table.

**Boye Mafe’s 2024 season...

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Pre-Snap Reads 7/6: Are you rooting for DK Metcalf to succeed this season?

Pre-Snap Reads 7/6: Are you rooting for DK Metcalf to succeed this season?

Love him or hate him, he is a captivating figure.

In Today’s Links: two Mason Richman articles, a Tyrice Knight profile, and not a whole lot else. Oh, some other news from around the NFL. Your Seattle Seahawks soon report to camp, and then theoretically, the links will explode. Thanks for grinding it out with us. Peace and Love.

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Seahawks News

Mason Richman, has he gone too far, do we know it won't matter anyway? - Seaside Joe
Seahawks tackle set a record at Iowa for a position he had to...

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Seahawks reporter Gregg Bell explains how Mike Macdonald has already changed in Year 2

Seahawks reporter Gregg Bell explains how Mike Macdonald has already changed in Year 2

Seahawks insider Gregg Bell breaks down standout moments from minicamp, how Mike Macdonald is setting the tone in his second year, and what it all means for Seattle’s 2025 season hopes.

With Seattle Seahawks minicamp in the books and preseason around the corner, it’s time to take stock of where the team stands. On a recent episode of The HawksZone Rundown, Tacoma News Tribune insider Gregg Bell joins the show for a detailed breakdown of the offseason’s biggest developments, and what they reveal about Seattle’s direction heading into the 2025 season.

Here are some of the major takeaways from the...

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Happy birthday to Seahawks Super Bowl MVP Malcolm Smith!

Happy birthday to Seahawks Super Bowl MVP Malcolm Smith!

Smith played four seasons for Seattle from 2011 to 2014, winning Super Bowl XLVIII MVP in his third season.

The Seattle Seahawks’ birthday celebrations continue with linebacker Malcolm Smith, who turns 36 today.

Smith, who played on Pete Carroll’s defense in his first three seasons at USC, was reunited with his former college coach when the Seahawks selected him in the seventh round of the 2011 NFL Draft.

Malcolm Smith’s early Seahawks career

In his rookie season, Smith was named as the second-string weakside linebacker behind LeRoy Hill, making 16 tackles and two QB hits over 12 games played....

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