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Seahawks GM Plans to Trade Down from No. 32 Pick

4/21/2026

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Summary

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Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider confirmed plans to trade down from the No. 32 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to maximize draft capital.
The team holds four picks (32, 64, 96, 188) to address edge rusher and cornerback needs.
The 32nd pick is valuable because of the fifth-year option, while Schneider remains open to National Football Conference West (NFC West) trades.

History

Historical Context

The NFL introduced the draft pick value chart in 1993, transforming team strategies for maximizing draft capital. The Dallas Cowboys effectively used this chart to secure multiple high-value picks, contributing to their Super Bowl victories in the 1990s. Today, the Seattle Seahawks are looking to trade down from the No. 32 pick, reflecting a continued emphasis on leveraging draft opportunities to build competitive teams.

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Story summary

Seattle Seahawks general manager John Schneider confirmed plans to trade down from the No. 32 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft to maximize draft capital.
The team holds four picks (32, 64, 96, 188) to address edge rusher and cornerback needs.
The 32nd pick is valuable because of the fifth-year option, while Schneider remains open to National Football Conference West (NFC West) trades.

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