4 Oregon Ducks the Seahawks could target in the NFL Draft

The Oregon Ducks just hosted their Pro Day, and there are four players the Seattle Seahawks could target from Oregon in the 2020 NFL draft.

Center Jake Hanson

Hanson was a four-year starter at center for the Ducks, drawing tons of praise for his high football-IQ and natural leadership abilities, as well as his quickness, balance and overall mobility.

However, he doesn’t have the requisite power to be an elite force in the middle, and often struggles in one-on-one blocking assignments, which would make him a liability against odd defensive fronts.

Hanson reminds me a little of Joey Hunt, although he is considerably bigger in overall size. Still, his IQ and mobility only get him so far, and if he cannot overpower opposing defenders he will be a liability at times.

Hanson represents a solid late-round flyer, a la Hunt, and could serve as a capable backup center and spot starter if needed. With Justin Britt a potential cap casualty and Hunt a restricted free agent, the Seahawks could look to add a backup center prospect and roll with Ethan Pocic as the starter.

If they do that, Hanson would be a perfectly fine fifth or sixth round pick.