The Outside Perspective - Assessing this draft class, and a full 7-round Seahawk mock, with Shane Hallam of The Draft Countdown

You can search far and wide and you'll have a hard time finding anyone who puts more work into the NFL draft than Shane Hallam, managing editor of draftcountdown.com I've been following Shane since the early days of Twitter, and have always been struck by the great lengths he goes to, not only with each year's current draft, but future draft classes as well. In this episode, I'll explore Shane's scouting process, we'll break down his Seahawks haul in his latest league-wide 7-round mock draft, and even take a look ahead to the 2025 draft class. Is Seattle's future QB in that group? He'll also explain how a certain current Seahawk veteran is on his list of the top 20 evaluations he's ever done! SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for ad-free audio episodes, for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever EMAIL [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

You asked for it, you got it - Seahawks Brendon Nelson! Brendon joins me today to share some of the impressive work he's done researching this year's draft class, and with his in-depth knowledge of the Seahawks roster, we'll get into some scenarios about what he WANTS the team to do in the first round vs. what he thinks they WILL do. Also..... His "stick and pick" favorite at 16 Best fits if the Seahawks trade down in the first Favorite mid-round prospects Potential curveball pick that would shock us all And we'll critique Dane Brugler's full 7-round mock draft that was released today! SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for ad-free audio episodes, for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever EMAIL [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

As John Schneider prepares for his first NFL draft without Pete Carroll by his side, there's a "breath of fresh air" in the building as veteran defender Uchena Nwosu describes it. How will this translate to what we see on the field, and how will Schneider approach the draft with a new coaching staff in place? Long-time Seattle Seahawks beat reporter Gregg Bell of the Tacoma News Tribune joined me to share his thoughts on what he's seeing, hearing, and sensing as the Seahawks transition to a new era. SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for ad-free audio episodes, for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever EMAIL [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Former Field Gulls contributor Patton Richard has been putting together Seahawks draft boards for years. The self-proclaimed "draft nerd" has finalized this year's board, and the result is a tiered list of potential Seahawk targets broken out by position and levels. It's a great way to see just where the different pockets of value to try and understand why Seattle may be focusing on certain position groups at specific spots in the draft. I'll take you through his board, ask about his process, and get some of his specific takes on why a few players at each position just scream "Seahawk!" SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for ad-free audio episodes, for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever EMAIL [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Paul Moyer has a unique perspective when it comes to his beloved Seattle Seahawks. Whether it be as a player, coach or broadcaster, Moyer has been involved with the team for nearly 40 years. He's seen coaches, players and administrators come and go - through all the lowest lows and the highest highs. Today, Paul returns to the show to share his insight on a number of topics, including: His impression of Mike Macdonald as a head coach Changes to the roster - new linebackers and safeties abound! The best way to utilize Devon Witherspoon Is Riq Woolen poised for a bounceback? Is he buying the QB draft buzz? How does he watch football games - where do his eyes go The lasting legacy of Pete Carroll And MUCH more! SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for ad-free audio episodes, for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever EMAIL [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

As the Seahawks begin their first offseason workout program under new head coach Mike Macdonald and his staff, I'll give you my list of 3 things I'm watching closely. Also - are the Seahawks tipping their hand on which way they plan to go in the draft based on the confirmed visits they've had with prospects? I'll go over the list of prospect visits so far and break it down by position.... there's an overwhelming trend to be discussed. SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for ad-free audio episodes, for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever EMAIL [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Seahawks beat reporter Corbin Smith, host of Locked on Seahawks and lead writer for All Seahawks, impressed me so much with his latest mock draft that I just had to have him on the show to break it all down. As many mocks as I do, I don't think I've been able to nail one in quite this manner, and what intrigued me the most was when he went in a direction with Seattle's first pick that I NEVER take. He'll explain his thought process, and how this 9 player class would fit in Mike Macdonald's first year as Seahawks head coach. SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for ad-free audio episodes, for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever EMAIL [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

For as long as you may have been reading Jacson Bevens' fantastic column Cigar Thoughts, or watching the companion podcast, you've heard his unflinching yet thoughtful analysis of all things Pete Carroll. So... what are his thoughts so far on the beginning of the Mike Macdonald era? Jacson shares his insight into what he has seen so far, and what he expects (and hopes) the Seahawks may do in the upcoming draft. Remember his unbridled excitement over the choice of Jaxon Smith-Njigba last year at pick 20? Who's his JSN this year? And who else does he like in this draft class. Plus we'll discuss the ever-changing value of WR's and how that may impact Seattle's talented group.... the ever-present possibility that they'll select a QB in this draft.... and MUCH more! SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for ad-free audio episodes, for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

With the buzz around the potential of a Michael Penix-to-Seattle scenario refusing to diminish, today we attempt to show you how a Seahawks draft might look with or without a selection of the UW signal-caller in the first round. Michael Thompson writes about the Seahawks, and most predominantly the draft, for 12th Man Rising. Michael will take the pro-Penix approach, while I try and go a different direction. But wait, that's not all! We finish up with a live draft simulation where we team up and alternate picks, exploring the possibility of trading down to accumulate an extra pick or two. And then YOU get to tell us which approach you prefer. It's Mock Draft Mania!! SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for ad-free audio episodes, for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message

Emory Hunt publishes the Football Gameplan Draft Guide and provides draft coverage for CBS Sports. He scours the country looking for talent, and I find that he's much more objective and open-minded than other draft analysts.... much more willing to include lesser-known FCS players in his rankings. As a result, his lists look quite a bit different than many of the other mainstream publications you may have seen. We'll talk about that, while also digging into the Seahawks roster and getting Emory's thoughts on potential fits - both in the first round and later on - at their positions of greatest needs. I also ask Emory to provide a few sleeper names that others seem to be overlooking, as well as a couple guys he thinks are being OVER rated. Follow Emory on Twitter @FBallGameplan Purchase his draft guide here: https://footballgameplan.com/football-gameplan-scouting-draft-guides/ SUBSCRIBE on Spotify for ad-free audio episodes, for just 99 cents a month! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/subscribe SUBSCRIBE to the YouTube Channel for video versions: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKP7ohrtTc8P0a4YIBUTfdg SUPPORT me and the channel - buy me a coffee, or a beer! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/dviens08w FOLLOW me on Twitter @SeahawksForever --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seahawksforever-danviens/message