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Seahawks Draft Four Potential Starters, Including RB Jadarian Price

4/28/2026

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Seahawks Draft Selections

The Seahawks selected RB Jadarian Price with the 32nd overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The Seahawks drafted safety Bud Clark in the second round.
Seattle added cornerback Julian Neal in the third round and guard Beau Stephens in the fifth round.
Analysts said all four players could become significant contributors in 2026.

Summary

Schneider Doubles Draft

General manager John Schneider doubled Seattle’s draft capital from four to eight selections through a series of trades.
The Seahawks traded their fourth- and fifth-round picks for receiver Rashid Shaheed, giving up a 2027 fourth-rounder and limiting Day 3 options.
Schneider displayed a “FOR SALE” sign for weeks to signal openness to additional pick exchanges.
Coach Mike Macdonald’s preference for versatile defensive backs guided the selections of Bud Clark and Julian Neal.

Summary

Seahawks Draft Evaluation

Seahawks drafted a safety and a cornerback to fill backfield gaps left by free-agent exits of Walker, Coby Bryant and Riq Woolen.
The draft earned grades of B, A-minus and B on Days 1-3, with analysts noting that the new backs restore depth but the roster still lacks pass-rush talent.
Left-leaning commentators praised the textbook drafting, with the overall assessment calling the draft solid but noting the need for edge-rushing moves.

History

Historical Context

Mike Holmgren’s 1999 hiring and 2000 selection of Shaun Alexander gave Seattle depth that powered a 13-3, 2005 NFC championship run. That model of drafting for depth informs GM John Schneider’s eight-pick 2026 strategy, which adds safety Bud Clark and cornerback Julian Neal to replace exits like Richard Sherman. The approach aims to rebuild the secondary and sustain playoff contention.

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Seahawks Draft Selections

The Seahawks selected RB Jadarian Price with the 32nd overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The Seahawks drafted safety Bud Clark in the second round.
Seattle added cornerback Julian Neal in the third round and guard Beau Stephens in the fifth round.
Analysts said all four players could become significant contributors in 2026.

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