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The Seahawks have just three picks (for now) heading into the 2021 NFL draft so Seattle must choose each selection wisely. Seattle traded for guard Gabe Jackson to tighten up the offensive line, but might not yet be finished shoring up the front five.
Patrik Walker of CBS Sports has the Seahawks taking Creed Humphrey out of Oklahoma with their first pick of the draft – the No. 56 overall selection in the second round.
“With Jackson now locked into the interior of the offensive line, keep the party going by grabbing Humphrey,” Walker writes. “He can not only step in and be a Day One starter at center, but also provides an ability to flex to guard if needed — giving you more depth and competition for starter at two positions (with Jackson having right guard well in hand).”
Walker stresses that with so few picks this year, Seattle can’t afford a misfire. Seahawks fans shouldn’t worry, however, Humphrey is legit.
“Humphrey is a two-time Big-12 Offensive Lineman of the Year and a two-time First Team All-Big 12 talent who would ensure Wilson stays clean even if the Seahawks lose a body atop their interior O-line depth chart,” Walker concludes.
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