Shane Falco
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Ranking the 100 best picks, steals, fits
When Seattle traded up to make this pick, my immediate thought was that Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald has his Kyle Hamilton-like safety. Emmanwori has drawn comparisons to Derwin James Jr. thanks to his size, speed and playmaking ability, and he is going to be great in the Seahawks' defense.
The Seahawks needed to improve their offensive line after signing quarterback Sam Darnold in free agency, and Zabel's versatility fits that mission. He played both tackle and guard positions in college and showed he could play center at the Senior Bowl. While this was a slight reach in value, Zabel's potential to be a foundational offensive lineman made this a good choice in Round 1.
I never saw Milroe as a Round 1 option, but where the Seahawks picked him was perfect for a developmental QB. He has rare running ability, throws a sweet deep ball and has the work ethic to learn and grow as a passer. He'll be an immediate factor as a running threat in sub-packages.
Horton slid in the draft after an injury-plagued 2024, but his tape is of a player capable of starting in the NFL. I like his toughness at the catch point and all-around ball skills. And his outside speed could get him on the field quickly.
Martinez is a powerful, punishing runner who could be an NFL starter in the right offense. Klint Kubiak's scheme qualifies. While the Seahawks have a deep running back room, both Kenneth Walker III and Zach Charbonnet have dealt with injuries in their young careers.
Ranking the 100 best picks, steals, fits
11. Nick Emmanwori, S, Seattle Seahawks (Pick 2-35)
My final overall ranking: No. 18When Seattle traded up to make this pick, my immediate thought was that Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald has his Kyle Hamilton-like safety. Emmanwori has drawn comparisons to Derwin James Jr. thanks to his size, speed and playmaking ability, and he is going to be great in the Seahawks' defense.
28. Grey Zabel, G/C, Seattle Seahawks (Pick 1-18)
My final overall ranking: No. 32The Seahawks needed to improve their offensive line after signing quarterback Sam Darnold in free agency, and Zabel's versatility fits that mission. He played both tackle and guard positions in college and showed he could play center at the Senior Bowl. While this was a slight reach in value, Zabel's potential to be a foundational offensive lineman made this a good choice in Round 1.
51. Jalen Milroe, QB, Seattle Seahawks (Pick 3-92)
My final overall ranking: No. 82I never saw Milroe as a Round 1 option, but where the Seahawks picked him was perfect for a developmental QB. He has rare running ability, throws a sweet deep ball and has the work ethic to learn and grow as a passer. He'll be an immediate factor as a running threat in sub-packages.
70. Tory Horton, WR, Seattle Seahawks (Pick 5-166)
My final overall ranking: No. 77Horton slid in the draft after an injury-plagued 2024, but his tape is of a player capable of starting in the NFL. I like his toughness at the catch point and all-around ball skills. And his outside speed could get him on the field quickly.
71. Damien Martinez, RB, Seattle Seahawks (Pick 7-223)
My final overall ranking: No. 139Martinez is a powerful, punishing runner who could be an NFL starter in the right offense. Klint Kubiak's scheme qualifies. While the Seahawks have a deep running back room, both Kenneth Walker III and Zach Charbonnet have dealt with injuries in their young careers.
