7-Round Seahawks Mock Draft: A New Legion Of Boom Is Born

Round 4, No. 122: Rakim Jarrett, WR, Maryland

Full disclosure: I have Rakim Jarrett graded as a fringe top 50 prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft. Unfortunately for Jarrett, he is being tabbed as a round four or five player, so I reflect that in this mock draft. Similar to Tariq Woolen, the Seahawks land an elite talent outside the first 120 selections.

Jarrett’s lack of prototypical size is the chief cause for concern. At Maryland, it rarely deterred Jarrett from making jaw-dropping catches and awe-inspiring runs after the reception. The shifty wide receiver consistently created separation in college, both from the slot and outside the numbers.

Adding Jarrett to a wide receiver room that features DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett will vault the unit. Metcalf has a knack for high-pointing the ball downfield and creating with it in his hands. Lockett thrives at getting open but doesn’t bring as much in the YAC department. Jarrett blends the two styles perfectly.

Round 5, No. 152 (via PIT): Olusegun Oluwatimi, C, Michigan

One area of the Seahawks that still needs some work is the interior of the offensive line. Olusegun Oluwatimi prides himself in asserting dominance at the line of scrimmage. He anchors in as well as any center in the class and is a deceptive athlete when out in space. Oluwatimi has the traits to hold up at guard if asked to do so.

Round 5, No. 157: Luke Schoonmaker, TE, Michigan

The Seahawks have a couple of young tight ends on the roster, but adding Luke Schoonmaker gives the offense another elite blocker for the run game. Schoonmaker plays with impressive grip strength and makes it nearly impossible for his assignment to disengage.

Additionally, Schoonmaker is tall, and his strong hands follow him to the passing game. He could be a legitimate red zone threat as a rookie.

Round 6, No. 198: Mark Evans II, OL, Arkansas-Pine Bluff

Another addition to the offensive line wraps up this mock draft. Mark Evans II is a name to watch over the next few months. Evans started at left tackle at Arkansas-Pine Bluff, but his lack of length and body mass will force him to the interior.

Seattle should look at multiple avenues to upgrade the interior of the line. Evans profiles as an eventual starter if he can make the transition off of left tackle, which is oftentimes more difficult than made out to be. Evans’ athleticism and hunger to improve could make him yet another day three steal for the Seahawks.