Seattle Seahawks 2026 Mock Draft
Last year I filled the shoes of John Schneider and picked the Seahawks 2025 draft class. It seems like John took some inspiration from me, as we both selected Grey Zabel with pick #18. In all seriousness, I’m extremely happy with how that mock has turned out so far as I believe the majority of players I selected out-performed their draft slots.
This year, we’re running it back.
This is a NO TRADES mock draft, so I’ll be sticking and picking for all picks. Seattle really loaded up on picks for this class, collecting with a whopping four selections.
I used PFSN’s Mock Draft Simulator for this exercise.
A list of the players I selected and where I selected them from is at the bottom of the article.
R1: #32 - Chris Johnson
CB - San Diego State
For the second straight season, I have the Seahawks selecting a player from outside the Power 4 conferences. With both Riq Woolen and Coby Bryant departing in free agency, the secondary is in need of some retooling.
Enter Chris Johnson. My third-ranked corner in this class, Johnson would be an excellent fit for Mike Macdonald’s defense. He played almost exclusively on the outside in 2025 (88.6% of his snaps), which aligns well with Seattle’s needs given the work Devon Witherspoon and Nick Emmanwori do in the slot.
If I had to describe Johnson’s game in one word, it would be smooth. He has fluid hips that allow him to transition effectively in press coverage, and he’s an eager run defender—though his technique can be inconsistent at times.
Many of the biggest concerns scouts had about Johnson were eased when he tested significantly better than expected at the Combine.
The primary question surrounding Johnson mirrors the one that followed Zabel last year: the tape is impressive, but it comes almost exclusively against lesser competition. Based on his profile, however, I have as many concerns about Johnson as I did about Zabel—none.
I don’t expect Johnson to still be available when the Seahawks pick at 32, but if he is, they may think twice about trading down.
R2: #64 - Gennings Dunker
IOL - Iowa
Anthony Bradford is one of the most fascinating players in the NFL to watch. He tends to alternate between All-Pro–level plays and Pop Warner–level mistakes, with little in between. Consistency is critical along the offensive line, and for that reason, I think the Seahawks should at least consider an upgrade if the opportunity presents itself.
Dunker fits that mold for me. The fifth-year senior started three seasons at right tackle for a strong Iowa program, but like Zabel last year, I believe his best fit at the NFL level is at guard.
Many of Dunker’s issues would likely be mitigated by moving inside. He’s a solid athlete, but not quite quick enough to consistently handle NFL-caliber edge rushers in space. At tackle, he also played somewhat flat-footed at times, allowing defenders into his chest and putting himself in recovery mode. That said, he looked much more comfortable and active on the balls of his feet during guard drills at the Senior Bowl, which suggests his tackle technique may have been more a product of coaching than limitation.
Dunker has a large, square frame with good length, and he’s an absolute mauler in the run game—something new offensive coordinator Brian Fleury will likely want to emphasize. A smart, hard-working player, Dunker would be a strong addition to a young Seahawks offensive line looking to build on last year’s success.
R3: #96 - Keyron Crawford
EDGE - Auburn
Edge rusher is a critical position for the Seahawks to address in this draft. While I expect Jared Ivey to take on a much larger role this season, it’s important to look at the overall state of the depth chart. Uchenna Nwosu and Derick Hall are both set to hit free agency after 2026, and DeMarcus Lawrence considered retirement this offseason. Add in Boye Mafe’s departure in free agency, and it’s clear Seattle needs to reinforce the position.
Crawford, like Johnson, is another player I don’t expect to be available at this spot. In fact, I’d be surprised if he’s still on the board in the third round. After two years at Arkansas State, he transferred to Auburn. In his first season with the Tigers, he served primarily as a rotational piece, but in 2025 he stepped into a full-time role.
An athletic edge rusher with an explosive first step, Crawford has the size to hold up on the stunts the Seahawks like to run. He reminds me a lot of Derick Hall, another Auburn product. The technical aspects of his game still need refinement, but you can’t teach the motor, strength, and explosiveness he brings.
He projects as a strong long-term successor to DeMarcus Lawrence—the question is whether the Seahawks will have the opportunity to draft him.
R6: #188 - Eli Heidenreich
RB - Navy
If you search Heidenreich’s name, you’ll see that many outlets list him as a wide receiver. While he technically played running back at Navy, most of his production came in the passing game, so it’s easy to understand why some expect him to transition to receiver at the next level.
There’s a significant void at running back following the departure of Kenneth Walker and the injury to Zach Charbonnet. The Seahawks signed Emmanuel Wilson from Green Bay, who should be serviceable, but they still need more at the position.
Enter Heidenreich. As a sixth-round pick, he’s by no means a definitive solution to the running back situation, but he’s a fascinating player and fit. His 9.26 RAS would rank 11th in this class. He has great speed, evidenced by a 4.44 40-yard dash, but the most eye-catching metric is his 6.55 three-cone time—an absurd mark in the 99.9th percentile.
Looking at his athletic comparisons really turns heads. According to RAS, his three closest comps are Christian McCaffrey, Chris Johnson (CJ2K), and Jamaal Charles—an incredible group to be mentioned alongside.
Speaking of McCaffrey, Brian Fleury previously worked as the run game coordinator and tight ends coach for the San Francisco 49ers. If there’s anyone who can maximize Heidenreich’s skill set at running back, it’s him.
Here is the full mock in all it’s glory.
I’m fascinated to see where these players land and if the Seahawks are able to get any of them. As of now, the Seahawks have amassed a league-leading 12 2027 picks, so next year’s mock draft would be 3x in length if they keep all of them.
As always, thanks for reading my work and I hope you enjoy the draft!
