Roster prediction thread
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nfl.com lists the top 10 most complete teams. SEA is ranked at #9.
"There's a reasonable argument that the Seahawks remain a bit thin on the defensive side, mostly on the back end, and that there are a few outstanding needs (such as defensive tackle) that are a bit worrisome. Finding a resurgent Geno Smith was a big development, and the past two draft classes have replenished the talent at several spots, including running back, the offensive line and the secondary.
Smith arguably could have one of the top three WR trios in the league with DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett and 2023 first-rounder Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and the RB combo of Kenneth Walker III and Zach Charbonnet might prove to be excellent. There are some roles to figure out along the offensive line, but it's a young, fairly solid unit all of a sudden.
At defensive tackle, the 'Hawks made additions with veterans Dre'Mont Jones and Jarran Reed, along with fourth-rounder Cameron Young through the draft. But is that enough? One more veteran might do the trick, but the options might be pretty lean at this stage of the offseason. They also could be a little lean and veteran-heavy at linebacker, but the return of eight-time Pro Bowler Bobby Wagner is reason to be hopeful.
The secondary might not be quite ready for "Legion of Boom 2.0" status, but there's a lot to like about the potential of the top four cornerbacks (Tariq Woolen, Devon Witherspoon, Coby Bryant and Mike Jackson) along with a well-paid safety trio (Quandre Diggs, Jamal Adams and Julian Love) that could make this unit one of the league's best, in time."
"There's a reasonable argument that the Seahawks remain a bit thin on the defensive side, mostly on the back end, and that there are a few outstanding needs (such as defensive tackle) that are a bit worrisome. Finding a resurgent Geno Smith was a big development, and the past two draft classes have replenished the talent at several spots, including running back, the offensive line and the secondary.
Smith arguably could have one of the top three WR trios in the league with DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett and 2023 first-rounder Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and the RB combo of Kenneth Walker III and Zach Charbonnet might prove to be excellent. There are some roles to figure out along the offensive line, but it's a young, fairly solid unit all of a sudden.
At defensive tackle, the 'Hawks made additions with veterans Dre'Mont Jones and Jarran Reed, along with fourth-rounder Cameron Young through the draft. But is that enough? One more veteran might do the trick, but the options might be pretty lean at this stage of the offseason. They also could be a little lean and veteran-heavy at linebacker, but the return of eight-time Pro Bowler Bobby Wagner is reason to be hopeful.
The secondary might not be quite ready for "Legion of Boom 2.0" status, but there's a lot to like about the potential of the top four cornerbacks (Tariq Woolen, Devon Witherspoon, Coby Bryant and Mike Jackson) along with a well-paid safety trio (Quandre Diggs, Jamal Adams and Julian Love) that could make this unit one of the league's best, in time."
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I'm not sure that's true, I have to believe Oluwatimi has things to work on and that be better done as a backup. Having Brown go down in flames and starting a rookie isn't nesssarily the best scenarioOlu beats him out, that is a great thing, but if he doesn't, the position is in good hands.
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Seems pretty accurate as well as optimistic, agree with thatdouche wrote: ↑Tue May 23, 2023 4:31 pmnfl.com lists the top 10 most complete teams. SEA is ranked at #9.
"There's a reasonable argument that the Seahawks remain a bit thin on the defensive side, mostly on the back end, and that there are a few outstanding needs (such as defensive tackle) that are a bit worrisome. Finding a resurgent Geno Smith was a big development, and the past two draft classes have replenished the talent at several spots, including running back, the offensive line and the secondary.
Smith arguably could have one of the top three WR trios in the league with DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett and 2023 first-rounder Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and the RB combo of Kenneth Walker III and Zach Charbonnet might prove to be excellent. There are some roles to figure out along the offensive line, but it's a young, fairly solid unit all of a sudden.
At defensive tackle, the 'Hawks made additions with veterans Dre'Mont Jones and Jarran Reed, along with fourth-rounder Cameron Young through the draft. But is that enough? One more veteran might do the trick, but the options might be pretty lean at this stage of the offseason. They also could be a little lean and veteran-heavy at linebacker, but the return of eight-time Pro Bowler Bobby Wagner is reason to be hopeful.
The secondary might not be quite ready for "Legion of Boom 2.0" status, but there's a lot to like about the potential of the top four cornerbacks (Tariq Woolen, Devon Witherspoon, Coby Bryant and Mike Jackson) along with a well-paid safety trio (Quandre Diggs, Jamal Adams and Julian Love) that could make this unit one of the league's best, in time."
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Yep, like I said the rookie prob won't be a starter until NEXT season...SeattleAddict wrote: ↑Tue May 23, 2023 3:58 pmDon't underestimate Evan Brown. He was adequate-but-not-great at guard last year, so people forgot that he was a top-half-of-the-NFL center the year before. Center is his position, and he's good at it (not saying he's a superstar, just that he is a legitimate starting NFL C). If Olu beats him out, that is a great thing, but if he doesn't, the position is in good hands.
Right guard is the position people should be concerned about. Is Anthony Bradford good enough to beat out Phil Haynes? Why is nobody talking about Bradford, who was drafted ahead of Olu?
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Every year there are good and bad surprises. I am betting the D line will be a good one since most people think they will still suck.Donn Beach wrote: ↑Tue May 23, 2023 4:34 pmSeems pretty accurate as well as optimistic, agree with thatdouche wrote: ↑Tue May 23, 2023 4:31 pmnfl.com lists the top 10 most complete teams. SEA is ranked at #9.
"There's a reasonable argument that the Seahawks remain a bit thin on the defensive side, mostly on the back end, and that there are a few outstanding needs (such as defensive tackle) that are a bit worrisome. Finding a resurgent Geno Smith was a big development, and the past two draft classes have replenished the talent at several spots, including running back, the offensive line and the secondary.
Smith arguably could have one of the top three WR trios in the league with DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett and 2023 first-rounder Jaxon Smith-Njigba, and the RB combo of Kenneth Walker III and Zach Charbonnet might prove to be excellent. There are some roles to figure out along the offensive line, but it's a young, fairly solid unit all of a sudden.
At defensive tackle, the 'Hawks made additions with veterans Dre'Mont Jones and Jarran Reed, along with fourth-rounder Cameron Young through the draft. But is that enough? One more veteran might do the trick, but the options might be pretty lean at this stage of the offseason. They also could be a little lean and veteran-heavy at linebacker, but the return of eight-time Pro Bowler Bobby Wagner is reason to be hopeful.
The secondary might not be quite ready for "Legion of Boom 2.0" status, but there's a lot to like about the potential of the top four cornerbacks (Tariq Woolen, Devon Witherspoon, Coby Bryant and Mike Jackson) along with a well-paid safety trio (Quandre Diggs, Jamal Adams and Julian Love) that could make this unit one of the league's best, in time."
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Id like to see the Seahawks make a play for Grover Stewart to rotate NT with Young and maybe rotate on the DL on short yardage. He has NT experience and is an exceptional tackler which is something the D wasn't very good at last year. Might be able to scoop him for a mid-round pick. Would need to extend him for a few years and convert much of his 2023 salary into a bonus.
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Great points on both.SeattleAddict wrote: ↑Tue May 23, 2023 3:58 pmDon't underestimate Evan Brown. He was adequate-but-not-great at guard last year, so people forgot that he was a top-half-of-the-NFL center the year before. Center is his position, and he's good at it (not saying he's a superstar, just that he is a legitimate starting NFL C). If Olu beats him out, that is a great thing, but if he doesn't, the position is in good hands.
Right guard is the position people should be concerned about. Is Anthony Bradford good enough to beat out Phil Haynes? Why is nobody talking about Bradford, who was drafted ahead of Olu?
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Add Riddick to the list of massive Hawks fans. lol
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We are thin on the back end defensively? How? We have replenished the talent level in the secondary, but are thin on the back end? Huh?douche wrote: ↑Tue May 23, 2023 4:31 pmnfl.com lists the top 10 most complete teams. SEA is ranked at #9.
"There's a reasonable argument that the Seahawks remain a bit thin on the defensive side, mostly on the back end, and that there are a few outstanding needs (such as defensive tackle) that are a bit worrisome. Finding a resurgent Geno Smith was a big development, and the past two draft classes have replenished the talent at several spots, including running back, the offensive line and the secondary.