The draft is a week away and the Seattle Seahawks hold the No. 18 overall selection in the first round. Here's what the national media thinks Seattle will do with their first-rounder.
Here is a look at the current draft order:
- Tennessee Titans
- Cleveland Browns
- New York Giants
- New England Patriots
- Jacksonville Jaguars
- Las Vegas Raiders
- New York Jets
- Carolina Panthers
- New Orleans Saints
- Chicago Bears
- San Francisco 49ers
- Dallas Cowboys
- Miami Dolphins
- Indianapolis Colts
- Atlanta Falcons
- Arizona Cardinals
- Cincinnati Bengals
- Seattle Seahawks
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers
- Denver Broncos
- Pittsburgh Steelers
- Los Angeles Chargers
- Green Bay Packers
- Minnesota Vikings
- Houston Texans
- Los Angeles Rams
- Baltimore Ravens
- Detroit Lions
- Washington Commanders
- Buffalo Bills
- Kansas City Chiefs
- Philadelphia Eagles
Pick: Grey Zabel, G/C, North Dakota State
"With an elite Next Gen Stats athleticism score of 90 and the ability to play multiple positions, Zabel profiles as a plug-and-play interior lineman who can slide outside if needed."
Pick: Donovan Ezeiruaku, Edge, Boston College
"The Seahawks would have hoped Jihaad Campbell fell here, but it wasn't in the cards. They instead take the best edge rusher available. Ezeiruaku had a dominant pass-rushing season in 2024, earning an elite 90.5 PFF pass-rushing grade to go along with 14 sacks, 20 quarterback hits and 26 hurries."
Pick: Grey Zabel, G/C, North Dakota State
"It might seem early for an FCS interior offensive lineman, but Zabel proved at the Senior Bowl that he absolutely belongs in this conversation. The Seahawks' issues with inside protection are clear, and Zabel has the footwork, technique and power to instantly improve things there. And his versatility means Seattle could move him wherever he's needed."
Pick: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas
"Another collegiate tackle who could move inside to guard -- if needed -- in the NFL. The Seahawks offensive line was an abomination in 2024, and with Charles Cross and Abraham Lucas drafted in the same year, it may be difficult for Seattle to extend both blockers. In that case, Banks can kick outside."
Pick: Grey Zabel, G/C, North Dakota State
"After not doing much to address the offensive line in free agency, the Seahawks will be hunting for interior offensive linemen in the first few rounds. A college left tackle, Zabel is an above-average athlete for 312 pounds and has crushed every step of the draft process. He's secured a spot in the top 32."
Pick: Grey Zabel, G/C, North Dakota State
"Sam Darnold is now in place at quarterback for the Seattle Seahawks. He has Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Cooper Kupp as his top receivers, after the organization moved past DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett.
Both of the top tight end prospects are already off the board. The Seahawks now need to concentrate on where their biggest issues still lie, which is along the offensive line.
North Dakota State's Grey Zabel is this year's version of duct tape. If there's a problem that needs to be fixed along the offensive line, insert Zabel. He can play any of the five positions.
"Seattle's move to a zone-based run scheme this offseason likely places a premium on Zabel's starter-level movement skills, body control and run blocking prowess," Thorn said. "He is a technician with excellent footwork and sustain skills, who can be the top center or guard from Day 1 on this particular roster while giving the team solid value in the middle of the first round."
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Colorado receiver Travis Hunter runs for a touchdown against North Dakota State during an NCAA college football game Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024, in Boulder, Colorado. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
Colorado receiver Travis Hunter runs for a touchdown against North Dakota State during an NCAA college football game Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024, in Boulder, Colorado. (AP Photo/Jack Dempsey)
FILE - Colorado wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) runs against Central Florida during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Colorado wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) runs for a touchdown against BYU after making a catch during the second half of the Alamo Bowl NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
FILE - Colorado wide receiver Travis Hunter (12) catches a pass in the end zone for a 23-yard touchdown reception ahead of Central Florida defensive back Brandon Adams during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Texas defensive back Jahdae Barron (23) returns an interception for a touchdown against UTSA during the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, in Austin, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
Texas defensive back Jahdae Barron (23) attempts an interception against Washington quarterback Dylan Morris (5) during the first half of the Sugar Bowl CFP NCAA semifinal college football game, Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, in New Orleans. Barron dropped the ball. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
Texas defensive back Jahdae Barron (7) plays against Michigan in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Texas defensive back Jahdae Barron (7) during the second half of an NCAA college football game against UTSA in Austin, Texas, Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
Texas defensive back Jahdae Barron (7) celebrates after making a big tackle against Arkansas during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024, in Fayetteville, Ark. (AP Photo/Michael Woods)
Michigan defensive back Will Johnson (2) intercepts a pass intended for Purdue wide receiver Charlie Jones (15) during the second half of the Big Ten championship NCAA college football game, Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022, in Indianapolis. (AP Photo/AJ Mast)
Michigan defensive back Will Johnson (2) during the first half of the Fiesta Bowl NCAA college football semifinal playoff game against TCU, Saturday, Dec. 31, 2022, in Glendale, Arizona. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Michigan defensive back Will Johnson (2) intercepts a pass intended for Purdue wide receiver Deion Burks (4) in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Michigan defensive back Will Johnson (2) plays during the NCAA college football team's spring game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, April 20, 2024. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Michigan defensive back Will Johnson (2) plays against Southern California in the first half of an NCAA college football game in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Kentucky defensive back Maxwell Hairston (31) plays against Ball State during an NCAA football game on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023, in Lexington, Ky. (AP Photo/John Amis)
Kentucky defensive back Maxwell Hairston (31) celebrates a stop during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Ball State in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Sept. 2, 2023. (AP Photo/Michelle Haas Hutchins)
Kentucky defensive back Maxwell Hairston (31) grabs an interception over Eastern Kentucky wide receiver Jakob Dixon (80) in the end zone during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Lexington, Ky., Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023. (AP Photo/Michelle Haas Hutchins)
Kentucky defensive back Maxwell Hairston (31) celebrates his interception for a touchdown against Vanderbilt in the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)
Kentucky defensive back Maxwell Hairston (31) celebrates after returning an interception for a touchdown against Vanderbilt in the second half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)
East Carolina defensive back Shavon Revel Jr. (DB27) poses for a portrait at the NFL football Combine on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 in Indianapolis. (AJ Mast/AP Content Services for the NFL)
East Carolina defensive back Shavon Revel Jr. speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
East Carolina defensive back Shavon Revel Jr. speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
East Carolina defensive back Shavon Revel Jr. speaks during a press conference at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis, Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
