The Seahawks went 9-8, earning a Wild Card spot in the NFC. While they were defeated by the San Francisco 49ers on Super Wild Card Weekend, there is a lot to be excited about in Seattle. They are heading in the right direction and have the assets to help things take off.

Courtesy of the Wilson trade with the Broncos, Seattle has a premium selection in the 2023 NFL Draft. They will be selecting No. 5, which puts them in a position to select an elite prospect to continue upgrading their roster.

Many people would guess that pick will be used on the best defender available. Whether it is a pass rusher such as Tyree Wilson, a cornerback such as Christian Gonzalez or maybe even a defensive lineman like Jalen Carter, the team will have options.

But, in his most recent mock draft, Mel Kiper Jr. has the team going in a different direction. With the fifth overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, Kiper believes the Seahawks will select Florida quarterback, Anthony Richardson.

While many will see this as a shocking selection, given that the team re-signed Geno Smith this offseason after a fantastic, Pro Bowl-worthy 2022, the contract that Smith signed isn’t what it appears. Kiper pointed out that it is essentially a one-year deal, which means the Seahawks can use Smith as a one-year stopgap before turning the team over to a youngster in 2024.

That youngster, in this case, would be the physical specimen Richardson. Richardson has skyrocketed up draft boards in recent weeks as his athletic testing was off the charts. The physical tools that he possesses are truly mind-blowing, as his potential is off the charts.

The selection of Richardson would be a luxury pick for the Seahawks as they also own the No. 20 overall pick. They can have an eye on the future with a long-term franchise quarterback while also selecting an immediate contributor later in the round.

The Seahawks are in a unique position and should maximize their potential. The chance to select a franchise quarterback while already being a playoff team is rare and one that would be tough to pass up.

The Seattle Seahawks were one of the biggest surprises during the 2022 season. Many believed they were entering a rebuild after trading quarterback Russell Wilson to the Denver Broncos and releasing linebacker Bobby Wagner. But, Seattle proved everyone wrong with their performance.

The Seahawks went 9-8, earning a Wild Card spot in the NFC. While they were defeated by the San Francisco 49ers on Super Wild Card Weekend, there is a lot to be excited about in Seattle. They are heading in the right direction and have the assets to help things take off.

Courtesy of the Wilson trade with the Broncos, Seattle has a premium selection in the 2023 NFL Draft. They will be selecting No. 5, which puts them in a position to select an elite prospect to continue upgrading their roster.

Many people would guess that pick will be used on the best defender available. Whether it is a pass rusher such as Tyree Wilson, a cornerback such as Christian Gonzalez or maybe even a defensive lineman like Jalen Carter, the team will have options.

But, in his most recent mock draft, Mel Kiper Jr. has the team going in a different direction. With the fifth overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, Kiper believes the Seahawks will select Florida quarterback, Anthony Richardson.

While many will see this as a shocking selection, given that the team re-signed Geno Smith this offseason after a fantastic, Pro Bowl-worthy 2022, the contract that Smith signed isn’t what it appears. Kiper pointed out that it is essentially a one-year deal, which means the Seahawks can use Smith as a one-year stopgap before turning the team over to a youngster in 2024.

That youngster, in this case, would be the physical specimen Richardson. Richardson has skyrocketed up draft boards in recent weeks as his athletic testing was off the charts. The physical tools that he possesses are truly mind-blowing, as his potential is off the charts.

The selection of Richardson would be a luxury pick for the Seahawks as they also own the No. 20 overall pick. They can have an eye on the future with a long-term franchise quarterback while also selecting an immediate contributor later in the round.

The Seahawks are in a unique position and should maximize their potential. The chance to select a franchise quarterback while already being a playoff team is rare and one that would be tough to pass up.