{"id":857037,"date":"2026-04-06T15:34:22","date_gmt":"2026-04-06T15:34:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/857037\/"},"modified":"2026-04-06T15:34:22","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T15:34:22","slug":"seahawks-add-third-down-terror-in-latest-3-round-nfl-mock-draft","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/857037\/","title":{"rendered":"Seahawks Add \u2018Third-Down Terror\u2019 in Latest 3-Round NFL Mock Draft"},"content":{"rendered":"

There aren\u2019t many holes on the Seattle Seahawks roster, even after losing multiple defenders during free agency<\/a>. General manager John Schneider and head coach Mike Macdonald have prioritized developing their roster and filling holes from within.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s why they were limited in free agency themselves, with running back Emanuel Wilson serving as their biggest outside signing<\/a>. That doesn\u2019t mean there aren\u2019t areas they can improve, but right now, the NFL draft is where they will look for improvement.<\/p>\n

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Seattle finds depth in a recent 3-round mock draft from The Athletic\u2019s Nick Baumgardner<\/a>, who wraps up Round 1 by predicting the Seahawks take Texas A&M EDGE Cashius Howell.<\/p>\n

Round 1, Pick 32: Cashius Howell, EDGE, Texas A&M\"Texas<\/p>\n

Texas A&M Aggies defensive end Cashius Howell rushes the line during the game between the Aggies and Miami. | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

According to Baumgardner, the Seahawks could consider taking Notre Dame\u2019s Jadarian Price at this point, which would lead to some criticism even though he\u2019s a talented player. That said, he goes with Cashius Howell, who doesn\u2019t have elite size, but makes up for it with his athleticism and relentless motor.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis might be too early for RB2, but if Seattle falls in love with a playmaker such as Notre Dame\u2019s Jadarian Price and wants to pull the trigger, it would not be a shock,\u201d Baumgardner wrote.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn this mock, though, they add Howell. Despite some size concerns, he is all gas off the edge and could be a terror on third down.\u201d<\/p>\n

Howell played well for three seasons with Bowling Green but became a first-round prospect after his performance during the final two years at Texas A&M. <\/p>\n

In 2025, he recorded 31 tackles, 14 tackles for loss, 11.5 sacks, and had six pass deflections.<\/p>\n

Round 2, Pick 64: Emmett Johnson, RB, Nebraska\"Nebraska<\/p>\n

Nebraska Cornhuskers running back Emmett Johnson runs the ball against the Northwestern Wildcats. | Dylan Widger-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

Kenneth Walker III signed with the Kansas City Chiefs<\/a> this offseason, leaving a hole at running back for Seattle. They fill that in Round 2 of this mock draft, where they select Nebraska\u2019s Emmett Johnson.<\/p>\n

Not known as a home run hitter, Johnson wins with excellent vision and patience. He\u2019s also highly consistent, which is what appeals most to the Seahawks.<\/p>\n

Round 3, Pick 96: Malik Muhammad, CB, Texas\"Texas<\/p>\n

Texas Longhorns CB Malik Muhammad celebrates after an interception during the game against Oklahoma. | Jerome Miron-Imagn Images<\/p>\n

With their third round pick, Seattle adds Texas cornerback Malik Muhammad. While he doesn\u2019t get the attention some of the top names do, Muhammad is a talented cover corner who can play press or zone. With Riq Woolen leaving in free agency, Muhammad could be asked to fill an important role early.<\/p>\n

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