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The Seattle Seahawks made a bit of a franchise shift this offseason by signing quarterback Sam Darnold and saying goodbye to wide receivers DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett. This team is going to look a good bit different this upcoming season. The question is, just how much?

Head coach Mike Macdonald will look to the 2025 NFL Draft to take this roster to the next level. Overhauling the offense was a main priority on this recent mock, as well as solidifying a star-studded secondary. Here are some impressive players to know.

Round 1, Pick 18: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT Texas

With a hole at right tackle and a possibility to also upgrade the guard position, Banks brings several possibilities to the table. There are some that prefer one over the other but regardless, the former Texas star is powerful, super physical, and has a nice overall blend of talent.

Round 2, Pick 50: Azareye’h Thomas, CB Florida State

Thomas is a long press man cornerback that wants to beat up opposing wide receivers at the line of scrimmage. He also has some surprising hip fluidity to mirror throughout reps. Along with Devon Witherspoon and Riq Woolen, the Seahawks could be recreating the Legion of Boom.

Round 2, Pick 52: Jaylin Noel, WR Iowa State

With the team having said goodbye to wide receivers DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett this offseason, the Seahawks need to find some talented youngsters for the room. Noel is the perfect player to learn from Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Cooper Kupp, while providing YAC ability and nuanced route running.

Round 3, Pick 82: Tate Ratledge, OG Georgia

Ratledge plays a physical brand of football, so he can go underappreciated at times. He is, however, very consistent and has clear starter upside. There is a strong floor to build on.

Round 3, Pick 92: Tyler Shough, QB Louisville

If not for Shough’s age and injury history, we would be talking about him as a potential top 50 selection. Shough boasts a bit athletic frame with a live arm. There is still upside to tap into.

Round 4, Pick 137: Jared Ivey, EDGE Ole Miss

There is nothing flashy about Ivey but he is going to be a good contributor in the NFL for a very long time. His combination of length and power should allow him to play from multiple alignments.

Round 5, Pick 172: David Walker, EDGE Central Arkansas

There’s a good chance that Walker goes significantly higher than this, but if he lasts this long, spring to the podium. While he’s a bit of an outlier in terms of size, Walker is a tactical and slippery rusher who can consistently affect opposing quarterbacks.

Round 5, Pick 175: Woody Marks, RB USC

Marks is a bit of an older prospect but he’s so good in space. He has a lot of experience in the passing game, making him a perfect committee back on the NFL level.

Round 7, Pick 223: Nazir Stackhouse, DT Georgia

Stackhouse won’t give you much in terms of upside. He’s an incredibly powerful run defender who won’t get moved much at the point of attack. That’s all you can hope for in this slot.

Round 7, Pick 234: Jalin Conyers, TE Texas Tech

The former Oklahoma and Arizona State tight end never quite lived up to his potential in college, but does bring some developmental upside to the table. Conyers is a talented athlete that can make things happen after the catch.