What Are the Seahawks’ Plans for the No. 18 Pick?

What Will the Seahawks Do with Pick No. 18? Here’s What Experts Predict

The Seattle Seahawks hold the No. 18 overall pick in the upcoming NFL Draft, and national analysts are weighing in on how the team might use it. With roster needs and a new offensive direction under coordinator Klint Kubiak, Seattle has several paths it could take. Here’s a look at expert predictions and the current first-round draft order.

Current Draft Order (Picks 11–32):

• 11. San Francisco 49ers
• 12. Dallas Cowboys
• 13. Miami Dolphins
• 14. Indianapolis Colts
• 15. Atlanta Falcons
• 16. Arizona Cardinals
• 17. Cincinnati Bengals
• 18. Seattle Seahawks
• 19. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
• 20. Denver Broncos
• 21. Pittsburgh Steelers
• 22. Los Angeles Chargers
• 23. Green Bay Packers
• 24. Minnesota Vikings
• 25. Houston Texans
• 26. Los Angeles Rams
• 27. Baltimore Ravens
• 28. Detroit Lions
• 29. Washington Commanders
• 30. Buffalo Bills
• 31. Kansas City Chiefs
• 32. Philadelphia Eagles

Expert Mock Draft Predictions for Seattle:

Pete Prisco (CBS Sports)
Pick: Kelvin Banks Jr., OL, Texas

“Seattle must strengthen its offensive line, and Banks can do just that. He projects as an All-Pro guard but is also capable at tackle.”

Rhett Lewis (NFL.com)
Pick: Tyler Booker, OL, Alabama

“With Sam Darnold now in the fold, protecting him is a top priority. Booker is a pure interior lineman ready to contribute.”

Nick Wright (FOX Sports)
Pick: Emeka Egbuka, WR, Ohio State

Wright sees Seattle adding an elite receiving weapon to support their new-look offense.

Nate Tice (Yahoo Sports)
Pick: Grey Zabel, OG/OC, North Dakota State

“Zabel brings versatility and athleticism—perfect for Seattle’s zone-blocking scheme. He’s a solid fit alongside center Olu Oluwatimi.”

Kyle Dvorchak (NBC Sports)
Pick: Matthew Golden, WR, Texas

“Though the Seahawks just signed Cooper Kupp, Golden brings speed and deep-threat ability that balances the receiving corps.”

Mason Cameron (Pro Football Focus)
Pick: Grey Zabel, OG/OC, North Dakota State

“Zabel helps plug the holes in Seattle’s interior O-line, which struggled with interior pressure last season.”

Mel Kiper Jr. (ESPN)
Pick: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas

“Banks is a versatile, athletic lineman who could upgrade any position on Seattle’s offensive front.”

Chris Trapasso (CBS Sports)
Pick: Kelvin Banks Jr., OT, Texas

“Banks could begin at guard and eventually shift to tackle, depending on the futures of Charles Cross and Abraham Lucas.”

Nick Baumgardner (The Athletic)
Pick: Tyler Booker, OL, Alabama

“Booker is one of the SEC’s most physically dominant linemen. Seattle’s been searching for a player like him for years.”

Summary:
The majority of experts agree that Seattle should invest in bolstering its offensive line with pick No. 18. Names like Kelvin Banks Jr., Tyler Booker, and Grey Zabel frequently appear in mock drafts. However, a few analysts suggest the Seahawks could opt for a dynamic wide receiver, such as Emeka Egbuka or Matthew Golden, to give their offense another playmaker. Either way, Seattle appears poised to address a key area of need on either side of the ball.