The Seattle Seahawks Offseason
The Good: Resigning Tyler Lockett and Carlos Dunlap
The Seahawks made some very underrated re-signing in the offseason with Tyler Lockett and Carlos Dunlap and both are going to pay dividends for Seattle. Tyler Lockett, before D.K. Metcalf, was Russell Wilson's favorite target and not only was he a great receiver but he could make plays as a return man and at times gadget player on offense and could essentially do it all for Seattle. His resigning retains Russell Wilson's most trusted receiver and keeps Seattle's passing game among the best in the NFC. Carlos Dunlap's signing is also very good as he's still a very productive defensive end and will give the Seahawks defense the edge presence they need. He will give Seattle a good edge presence on defense and maintain their defensive superiority in NFC West.
The Bad: Letting Shaq Griffin Walk
Although Shaq Griffin might have been expensive to retain, his absence in the secondary is certainly going to be felt in 2021. Shaq Griffin made the Richard Sherman departure palpable with his stellar play and ability and letting him sign with Jacksonville is going to hurt. And with Seattle not having a 1st round pick after trading it for Jamal Adams, it's going to take another Shaq Griffin find later in the draft to continue their defensive success.
The Ugly: Russell Wilson trade rumors
The Russell Wilson trade saga was a fun rumor to read into during the offseason but the bad blood in the organization between Wilson and the Seahawks put a lot of stress on the team and when Russell Wilson put out teams he would like to be traded, without formally asking for one, had to have sent shock waves throughout the team. Now it's a positive sign for fans to see Lockett and Dunlap resigning because I doubt either would have put pen to paper if they weren't given assurances that Russell Wilson is staying in Seattle.
Offseason Grade (Pre Draft): B+
NFL Draft Summary
Day 1 Grade: N/A
Selection: N/A
The the Seahawks traded away the 1st round pick to the Jets for Jamal Adams who helped turn the Seahawk defense into a powerhouse in the NFC. It was a worthwhile trade that happened last offseason.
Day 2 Grade: C
Selections: D'Wayne EskridgeThe Seahawks have two star receivers in D.K. Metcalf and Tyler Lockett but they lack a reliable presence in the slot. D'Wayne Eskridge is a quick and shifty slot receiver that really impressed scouts throughout the draft process with his route-running and athleticism. He's a small school receiver and there were better options available in Day 2 for the Seahawks but he fills a need for them.
Day 3 Grade: B-
Selections: Tre Brown, Stone ForsytheThe Seahawks lost some picks when trading for Jamal Adams but they grabbed some great value in Day 3. Tre Brown was a great ball hawking cornerback at Oklahoma and will compete for the slot cornerback position early. Stone Forsythe is a big offensive tackle out of Florida and should develop into a great back up for the Seahawks offensive line.
Selection: N/A
The the Seahawks traded away the 1st round pick to the Jets for Jamal Adams who helped turn the Seahawk defense into a powerhouse in the NFC. It was a worthwhile trade that happened last offseason.
Day 2 Grade: C
Selections: D'Wayne EskridgeThe Seahawks have two star receivers in D.K. Metcalf and Tyler Lockett but they lack a reliable presence in the slot. D'Wayne Eskridge is a quick and shifty slot receiver that really impressed scouts throughout the draft process with his route-running and athleticism. He's a small school receiver and there were better options available in Day 2 for the Seahawks but he fills a need for them.
Day 3 Grade: B-
Selections: Tre Brown, Stone ForsytheThe Seahawks lost some picks when trading for Jamal Adams but they grabbed some great value in Day 3. Tre Brown was a great ball hawking cornerback at Oklahoma and will compete for the slot cornerback position early. Stone Forsythe is a big offensive tackle out of Florida and should develop into a great back up for the Seahawks offensive line.
