In the NFL.com mock draft, the Seahawks trade down with the Eagles and choose Michael Penix Jr. in Round 2.
Presenting a mock draft that is sure to capture the interest of Seattle Seahawks enthusiasts. Chad Reuter from NFL.com has crafted a three-round mock draft, complete with trades to add an extra element of excitement. In this hypothetical scenario, the Seahawks engage in a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles, moving down from the 16th overall pick to the 22nd and sacrificing one of their third-round selections. The Eagles select Oregon center Jackson Powers-Johnson as the potential successor to Jason Kelce, while the Seahawks opt for Illinois defensive tackle Jer’Zhan Newton, reuniting him with Devon Witherspoon.
In a brief summary, the Seahawks traded their second- and fifth-round picks for Leonard Williams, yet the player remains unsigned for 2024 and beyond. If an agreement is not reached, Newton becomes a fitting addition to new head coach Mike Macdonald’s defensive scheme. Standing at 6’2 and weighing 295 pounds (pending combine stats), Newton earned Consensus All-American honors in 2023, boasting 7.5 sacks. Windy City Gridiron draft analyst Jacob Infante, in his scouting report from last October, commended Newton’s athleticism, red-hot motor, and pass-rushing skills from the 3-technique defensive tackle position. Despite being slightly undersized and lacking length, Newton’s game-changing abilities make him a potential three-down impact player at the NFL level, with some arguing for him as the top defender in the 2024 NFL Draft and a strong case for a first-round pick.
As part of the trade with the Eagles, the Seahawks secure a second-round pick (No. 50) and choose Washington quarterback Michael Penix Jr. Penix, last season’s Heisman Trophy runner-up, reunites with offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb under this scenario. Additionally, the Seahawks pick Michigan linebacker Jordan Colson at No. 81, adding fresh talent to a position that faces uncertainty with free agents Jordyn Brooks and Bobby Wagner. Colson had the advantage of being coached by Mike Macdonald during his one season as Michigan’s defensive coordinator.
Considering a draft comprised of Newton, Penix, and Colson over Days 1 and 2, how would you assess the Seahawks’ choices? Share your thoughts in the comments!
