This is our first Mock Draft for the 2026 Seattle Seahawks season. Naturally, things will change significantly after the NFL combine and free agency, and we’ll release updated versions after each of those events. The goal here isn’t to predict exact picks, but to highlight team needs and some intriguing prospects.
Note: This mock is based on the PFF Simulator board.
Seattle is in an excellent position to trade down. The difference between the player picked at 32 and those available between 40–45 isn’t likely to be significant. In this draft, there are few prospects who would prompt teams to trade up at this stage, so the biggest value could be securing a fifth-year option on a rookie contract.
In this simulation, the Seattle Seahawks traded with the New York Giants, recovering a fourth-round and a fifth-round pick in the process.
Projected Seahawks 2026 draft picks
- 1st Round: 32
- 2nd Round: 64
- 3rd Round: 96
- 4th Round: traded for Rashid Shaheed
- 5th Round: traded for Rashid Shaheed
- 6th Round: 212
- 7th Round: Sent in Nick Harris Trade
R2.37 – Emmanuel Pregnon, OG, Oregon
Emmanuel Pregnon has been a consistent force on every offensive line he’s played for, starting 36 games over the last three years at Wyoming, USC, and Oregon. Versatile across guard positions, he’s physically dominant in the run game and demonstrates polished hand placement in pass protection.
While Anthony Bradford had some solid appearances, he struggled in the final games, being the weak point of the offensive line. Pregnon represents an opportunity to upgrade the interior OL with a proven, physically capable player.
R2.64 – Jadarian Price, RB, Notre Dame
Price rushed for 1,692 yards in 41 career games at Notre Dame, averaging 6.0 yards per carry with 21 touchdowns. He never held a formal starting role, serving as the backup to Jeremiyah Love, but consistently produced explosive runs and contributed in the passing game, including notable receptions in 2025.
Taking a running back this early isn’t popular (Zach Charbonnet and Ken Walker were both 2nd round picks), but Seattle faces limited options in the backfield. Zach Charbonnet’s status is uncertain, and Kenny McIntosh is a seventh-round pick coming off his own ACL tear. Price offers an immediate upgrade and playmaking ability in the backfield.
R3.96 – Jacob Rodriguez, LB, Texas Tech
Rodriguez’s 2025 season was outstanding: 117 tackles, 7 forced fumbles, 4 interceptions, and 2 fumble recoveries, earning recognition with the Butkus Award and Nagurski Trophy and even generating Heisman buzz. Over 54 college games, he totaled 293 tackles, 13 forced fumbles, and 6 interceptions, excelling in coverage, run support, and creating turnovers.
He’s a versatile, high-impact linebacker who fits perfectly in Seattle’s defense, particularly as a playmaker in the middle of the field. With Drake Thomas set to become an RFA, adding Rodriguez could immediately bolster the linebacker corps.
R4.105 – Brian Paker, OL, Duke
A former tackle that due arm length, Paker will likely move inside to guard. At the Shrine Bowl, he showcased his ability at center for the first time. Seattle could benefit from internal competition at interior line positions, especially if no free agency moves are made.
R5.143 – Jalon Kilgore, CB, South Carolina
While CB may need to be addressed earlier, the right opportunity didn’t present itself in this mock. Seattle has Josh Jobe and Riq Woolen as UFAs, and neither is guaranteed to return. Nehemiah Pritchett, the other option on the roster, has yet to show starter-level ability.
Kilgore is a physical, athletic corner with upside. He’s not ready to start immediately, but he’s a solid fifth-round investment and likely to develop into a dependable contributor.
R6.212 – Cole Wisniewski, S, Texas Tech
Standing 6’4” and 211 lbs, Wisniewski is a versatile defender. After several years at the FCS level, he transferred to Texas Tech and showcased his skills despite not being invited to the Combine. An excellent run defender and tackler, he can also play deep in coverage. With Ty Okada as an RFA and Coby Bryant as a UDFA, Wisniewski could immediately reinforce Seattle’s secondary.
