The Seattle Seahawks’ track record with drafting offensive linemen is… pretty horrible to put it as kindly as possible. For the most part, the only good OL that have come through Seattle during the Pete Carroll era have been acquired via trade or free agency.
Last year, the front office finally hit on one when they picked LSU’s Damien Lewis in the third round. After a strong rookie year at right guard, Lewis is sliding over to left guard in 2021 to make room for the veteran Gabe Jackson. Apparently, the two of them have a bet on who will get the most knockdowns this season. The loser buys the entire offensive line dinner.
Damien Lewis said he and Gabe Jackson have a standing bet for the season over who will have the most knockdowns during the year. Loser takes OL out to dinner. pic.twitter.com/eRHbSgVkf9
— Curtis Crabtree (@Curtis_Crabtree) August 26, 2021
Center Kyle Fuller is considered a fair and neutral third party, so he will keep count during the season.
These guys can afford it, but that dinner will no doubt come with a hefty price-tag. As promising as Lewis looks, it’s hard to bet against Jackson.
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