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Seahawks Draft Versatile Players in First Three Rounds

5/5/2026

Summary

Story summary

Seattle used 32nd pick to select running back Jadarian Price, replacing Ken Walker.
In round two, Seattle drafted safety Bud Clark, who can play safety, slot cornerback and cornerback.
Seattle added guard Beau Stephens, who practiced guard spots for interior versatility.
Seattle selected cornerback Julian Neal in round three and gave him special-teams duties.
The Seahawks emphasized drafting players, like sixth-round wide receiver Emmanuel Henderson Jr., to improve roster adaptability.

History

Historical Context

In 1990 the Seattle Seahawks, fresh from a 9-7 season, used their third-round, 81st-overall pick to select defensive tackle Cortez Kennedy, who posted 12.5 sacks as a rookie and later entered the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The draft also yielded future Pro Bowler Chris Warren, illustrating the franchise’s long-standing reliance on mid-round talent since its inaugural 1976 draft.

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Story summary

Seattle used 32nd pick to select running back Jadarian Price, replacing Ken Walker.
In round two, Seattle drafted safety Bud Clark, who can play safety, slot cornerback and cornerback.
Seattle added guard Beau Stephens, who practiced guard spots for interior versatility.
Seattle selected cornerback Julian Neal in round three and gave him special-teams duties.
The Seahawks emphasized drafting players, like sixth-round wide receiver Emmanuel Henderson Jr., to improve roster adaptability.

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