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Seahawks Draft TCU Safety Bud Clark, 64th Overall

4/25/2026

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Seattle Seahawks drafted TCU safety Bud Clark with the 64th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Clark entered the draft with 15 career interceptions and a 4.41-second 40-yard dash at the NFL combine.
Coach Mike Macdonald will use Clark’s versatility with rookie Nick Emmanwori and Devon Witherspoon.
Seattle chose Arkansas cornerback Julian Neal at 99th overall after trading back three spots to replace Riq Woolen and Coby Bryant.

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Historical Context

In 1976, the expansion Seattle Seahawks traded an eighth-round pick to the Houston Oilers for fourth-round wide receiver Steve Largent, who posted 819 receptions, 13,089 yards and 100 touchdowns over 14 seasons, shaping the franchise’s identity. The team’s tradition of developing durable talent informs its 2024 selection of TCU safety Bud Clark, a versatile defensive back expected to provide long-term continuity.

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Story summary

Seattle Seahawks drafted TCU safety Bud Clark with the 64th pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Clark entered the draft with 15 career interceptions and a 4.41-second 40-yard dash at the NFL combine.
Coach Mike Macdonald will use Clark’s versatility with rookie Nick Emmanwori and Devon Witherspoon.
Seattle chose Arkansas cornerback Julian Neal at 99th overall after trading back three spots to replace Riq Woolen and Coby Bryant.

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