For most of the John Schneider and Pete Carroll era in Seattle, dating back to the start of the 2010 season, they have worked hard developing their own way of drafting.
It’s hard to blame them, considering the Seahawks have essentially burned high-end resources on the likes of Christine Michael, Malik McDowell and L.J.
Of the team’s 33 draft picks since 2018, only seven are playing significant roles on the current Seahawks roster.
Over the years, the Seahawks have tried to outmaneuver and outwit other teams. To their detriment, they have occasionally bit off far more than they could chew.
Instead, they have tried to look smarter than everyone else or pick players at positions that were not glaring needs to stockpile or utilize in a unique way.
While the coaching staff refuses to use the word “rebuild,” this draft is vital for the future of the franchise and perhaps job security for both Carroll and Schneider.
Others figured they would try to outfox the rest of the league with a savvy, unexpected pick.
Cross is one of the best pass protectors in the entire draft, presumably giving the Seahawks a left tackle of the future with All-Pro upside.
41, first selecting Minnesota pass rusher Boye Mafe, adding much-needed depth to the team’s retooled rotation of edges.
The very next pick, Seattle showed its true colors with its selection of Kenneth Walker III.
For those scoring at home, that is six draft selections being used for three big positions of need.
In regards to the quarterbacks, the Seahawks had several opportunities to cave and take a signal-caller where everyone had pegged them to go.
While the Seahawks may be taking a more traditional approach to the draft, these picks suggest they are getting back to their roots.
“We picked two offensive linemen and a runner.