Seahawks 7 Round Mock Draft 2022 2.0, Seahawks Trade Up to Select Top Utah Prospect

 

Seahawks 7 Round Mock Draft 2.0 2022, Building the Team from the Ground Up

Seahawks Trade Up to Select Top Utah Prospect

By Kushagra Mishra

This is a revised version the previous Mock Draft (Seahawks 7 round Mock Draft 1.0: Seahawks Go Defense Heavy in the 2022 Draft). With many holes on the team, the Seahawks look to address most of them via the draft. Here is the second version of my mock draft, Building the Team from the Ground Up. With Trades!

 

9^th pick (via DEN), round 1  

Jermain Johnson, EDGE, FSU

Last time I mocked Kayvon Thibodeaux to Seattle at number 9. But Thibodeaux might be gone before 9 and its unlikely the Seahawks have a chance at picking him. Jermain Johnson is the next best option for Seattle. He has the most complete pass rushing technique of all the pass rushers in the draft. He has excellent speed to power, can beat you outside with speed, can use his arms to shed blocks, good arm technique to keep hands off him and make it easier to rush the passer. Unlike Thibodeaux, Johnson doesn’t have questions regarding his passion for the game. Despite Thibodeaux being regarded as the better pass rusher, Johnson is still a player to get excited about as he recorded 12 sacks last year. Johnson has all the tools and skill sets needed to be an elite EDGE player in the NFL.

22^nd Pick*, Round 1  

*Trade: Seahawks receive pick 22(Green Bay) in exchange for pick 40 (second round), pick 153 (fifth) and a 2023 4^th rounder  

Devin Lloyd, LB, Utah

Seahawks trade back into the first round and select Lloyd, the top Line Baker in the nation. He has great speed and excellent vision to take over running plays. Last year, he exploded of the page with 8 sacks. Him and Jordyn Brooks in the middle of the field would make a dominant Line Backing core. I think Lloyd could have a huge impact on the Seahawks pass rush.  

46^th pick**, Round 2  

** Trade: Seahawks trade pick 41 to Minnesota for pick 46(second round) and pick 77(third round)     

Abraham Lucas, Tackle, WSU

I chose Lucas last time as well and I’ll choose him again, simply because he would be the best Tackle available and because of his versatility. He would be a smart pick as uncertainty looms over both Tackle positions.  

Pick 72, Round 3

Isaiah Spiller, RB, Texas A&M

With Carson and Penny both enduring significant injuries, bringing in a RB is a smart move. Spiller rushed over 1000 yds and is a dynamic runner. Taking a running back in the third round might be too high, but passing up a talent like Spiller could hurt, as he’s one of the best running backs in the class. Spiller could be viewed as a long term solution at running back as Penny and Carson have one year left on their deals.  

77^th pick (Via MIN), round 3  

David Bell, WR, Perdue  

With D Eskridge unable to show off his talent due to injury, the Seahawks continue their search for a good 3^rd receiver behind Locket and Metcalf. Bell has great ball skills as he’s made many tough catches at Purdue. Though he ran a slow 40, Bell doesn’t lack speed in his play. His 40 time dragged down his draft stock, but Seattle might have a steal with David Bell in the early third round.  

109^th pick, Round 4

Montaric “Busta” Brown, CB, Arkansas

Another Cornerback in the fourth-round back-to-back years. The Seahawks passed on talented corners early in the draft, but they select a lengthy cornerback out of Arkansas. DJ Reed left for the Jets and the Seahawks have Tre Brown and Sidney Jones. Adding Brown to mix adds competition and depth. Brown might also have a chance to start this year. Brown might be the diamond in the rough as he was playing lights out coverage in his final year.

Pick 152, Round 5  

Cade York, Place Kicker, LSU

Time for a new kicker in Seattle. Jason Myers regressed in 2022 and proving not dependable in 50+ yard situations. Last year, York hit a 57-yard field goal and made it. He is the best kicker the talented kicking class of 2022. He’s consistent with his kicking and has a lot of leg strength. Jason Myers costs 5 million this year and is on the last year of the contract.

Pick 229, Round 7 

D’Eriq King, QB/WR, Miami 

In the last Mock Draft, I took King in the in the fifth round, but I have in 7^th this time. Despite pushing him back 2 rounds, my reason stays the same on why should draft him. His versatility is as receiver and QB can prove beneficial.