2026 NFL Draft Tracker: Will Seahawks Make First Round Selection at Pick No. 32?

Bringing in another exciting group of prospects from the college ranks, the 2026 NFL Draft will finally kick off from Pittsburgh on April 23, with a whopping six teams not holding selections in the first round.

Among those that will have a selection on Thursday night, the Seahawks hold the No. 32 spot at the tail end of the round by virtue of winning Super Bowl LX in February. But with only three other selections in the remaining six rounds, general manager John Schneider hasn’t been secretive about the franchise’s desire to move down and recoup draft assets, making it anyone’s guess whether the team actually makes a selection or not on Day 1.

Set to wait 31 picks before going on the clock regardless, assuming Schneider doesn’t pivot and unexpectedly trade up, Seattle will have plenty of time to weigh its options and call around seeking a potential trade partner.

How will the opening round play out? Check out our 2026 NFL Draft tracker early and often for the latest on every selection around the league, including the Seahawks if they end up sticking and picking:

1. Las Vegas Raiders - Fernando Mendoza, QB, IndianaA cerebral signal caller with plus-arm talent and above average athletic tools, Mendoza put everything together under center in Bloomington, leading the Hoosiers to their first-ever National Championship win. Paired with former top-10 pick Ashtyn Jeanty and ex-Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, the Raiders now have a fun backfield in a proven offensive scheme to build around for a bright future in the Sin City.
2. New York Jets - David Bailey, EDGE, Texas TechLightning quick at 251 pounds, Bailey’s lateral movement and agility skills put him a cut above the rest in terms of polish from this year’s talented EDGE class. Needing all the help they can get as they rebuild their defense after trading Quinnen Williams, Jermaine Johnson, and Sauce Gardner over the past calendar year, he should immediately wreak havoc as a quarterback’s nightmare for the Jets in the AFC East.
3. Arizona Cardinals - Jeremiyah Love, RB, Notre DameA big play waiting to happen every time he touches the ball, Love’s elite explosiveness and acceleration led to 23 runs of 15-plus yards, a 52.9% breakaway rate, and 18 touchdowns as he earned a spot at the table as a Heisman finalist. He’s as complete of a prospect as you’ll find at the position, and it would be a stunner if he lasts past the first five or six selections and immediately gives Arizona much-needed juice as a backfield weapon in coach Mike LaFleur’s offense.
4. Tennessee Titans - Carnell Tate, WR, Ohio StateThe latest in a long line of star receivers to come out of Columbus, Tate provides quarterback Cam Ward with a true No. 1 target who can win both over the top and as a yards after the catch merchant creating separation over the middle. He should instantly become the top target in Nashville with the upside to quickly blossom as a Pro Bowl and potentially All-Pro caliber wideout, a major boost to an offense that lacked weapons for Ward as a rookie last year.
5. New York Giants - Arvell Reese, EDGE, Ohio StateA fascinating ball of clay with off-ball linebacker and EDGE experience on his resume as an All-American for the Buckeyes, the 20-year-old Reese will come into the league lacking polish but oozing with traits. Joining a Giants defensive front already including Abdul Carter, Brian Burns, and Kayvon Thibodeaux, he will be able to develop without having to shoulder the load right away with the talent to emerge as a sack machine in time while also having the flexibility to play off ball.
6. Kansas City Chiefs (via Cleveland Browns) - Mansoor Delane, CB, LSUThe consensus No. 1 corner in this year’s class, Delane offers size, athleticism, ball skills, and the moxie needed to be a shutdown cornerback in today’s NFL and dominated SEC competition in the same manner he did previously at Virginia Tech, looking ready to start in the league on Day 1. Kansas City moves up in a draft day deal with Cleveland to get a perfect replacement for departed star Trent McDuffie, who was traded to Los Angeles in March.
7. Washington Commanders - Sonny Styles, LB, Ohio StateDesperately needing to add athleticism to the middle of their defense, Styles brings an elite athletic profile and immense production to the equation with previous experience as an off-ball linebacker and rushing off the edge. Capable of creating havoc as a blitzer with improving coverage skills and tackling prowess against the run, he’s a complete player with room to still grow into one of the best middle linebackers in the game playing for Dan Quinn in D.C.
8. New Orleans Saints - Jordyn Tyson, WR, Arizona StateA smooth route runner with enough speed to win downfield and plus-quickness and agility to rack up yards in bunches after the catch, Tyson immediately bolsters New Orleans’ passing attack by giving young quarterback Tyler Shough an elite all-around playmaker on the outside. A lengthy injury history stands out as the lone red flag here, but if he can stay healthy, he has a chance to be the most impactful receiver in this class in coach Kellen Moore’s offense.
9. Cleveland Browns (via Kansas City Chiefs) - Spencer Fano, T, UtahOne of the best pass protectors in college football last season, Fano only allowed five pressures and no sacks in the talented Big 12 conference, and the Browns certainly needed help in that regard as they shuffled out their entire starting offensive line from a year ago and have significant concerns protecting whoever ultimately wins the quarterback job in Cleveland. He’s a capable finisher in the run game with quality burst to win on zone and screen concepts, setting up nicely to be a Day 1 starter.
10. New York Giants (via Cincinnati Bengals) - Francis Mauigoa, T, MiamiA key cog in Miami’s resurgence as a national title contender, Mauigoa started for three seasons for the Hurricanes, making his biggest jump as a pass protector during that time, yielding 15 pressures and two sacks last season. He’s a feisty run blocker who loves to get underneath the pads of defenders and impose his will driving opponents to the turf, which should be a fun fit with the Giants blocking for running backs Cam Skattebo and Tyrone Tracy.
11. Dallas Cowboys (via Miami Dolphins) - Caleb Downs, S, Ohio StateA master of disruption playing all over the field for the Buckeyes, Downs did it all as a three-time All-American selection, excelling in the box as a strong safety, shining in the slot as a matchup nickel, and playing his share of snaps in the deep third as well. His football instincts and all-around playmaking talents at multiple spots should immediately make the Cowboys’ porous pass defense far more formidable on the back end.
12. Miami Dolphins (via Dallas Cowboys) - Kadyn Proctor, T, AlabamaA mountain of a man at 6-7, 366 pounds, Proctor has had issues in the past with conditioning, but he’s always worked himself into shape once the games started and he developed into a well-rounded blocker in three years in Tuscaloosa, including cutting his pressures allowed down to 15 and 21 over the previous two seasons after giving up 12 sacks as a freshman. He’s light on his feet for his size and uses his power well in the run game, and as long as he stays motivated, he brings long-term starter talent to Miami.
13. Los Angeles Rams (via Atlanta Falcons) - Ty Simpson, QB, AlabamaIn the first real curveball of this year’s draft, the Rams make a play towards a future without Matthew Stafford, making Simpson the second quarterback to hear his name called in the first round. Though he only started for one season with the Crimson Tide, he tossed 28 touchdowns to lead the program back to the College Football Playoff and brings running ability to the table as well, possessing the tools to mold into a starter to take over when Stafford is ready to hang up his cleats.
14. Baltimore Ravens - Ola Ioane, G, Penn StateA powerful 330-pound locomotive-turned-human, Ioane loves to latch his large hands onto opposing defenders and take them on a ride down the track, bringing a punishing mentality to his trade. Jumping into one of the NFL’s black and blue divisions, his arrival in Baltimore provides a much-needed upgrade in the interior for an offensive line that will now see Dexter Lawrence and Cam Heyward twice a year in divisional matchups.
15. Tampa Bay Buccaneers - Rueben Bain Jr., EDGE, MiamiPunching with the velocity of a 320-pound nose tackle, Bain throws bricks for hands that allow him to deliver jarring blows play after play to opposing blockers, setting the tone in the trenches as a maniacal do-it-all monster who can demand attention from multiple blocks and become a focal point for opposing pass protection schemes to fear. Length concerns may have contributed to him lasting into the middle of the first round, but Todd Bowles keeps a talented, well-rounded EDGE in town to build around up front.
16. New York Jets (via Indianapolis Colts) - Kenyon Sadiq, TE, OregonA two-year starter for the Ducks, Sadiq reeled in 75 receptions for 868 yards and 10 touchdowns during that span, and he also had an active role in the team’s run game as a rare tight end who received significant carries, toting the rock nine times for 42 yards in his college career. For being under 250 pounds, he also gives it his all as a run blocker, providing a fun chess piece for the Jets as they try to get their grounded offense rolling in 2026 and beyond.
17. Detroit Lions - Blake Miller, T, ClemsonBringing immense experience with him to the league, Miller started for four years with the Tigers, playing at a high level from the jump as a stellar pass protector and rock solid run blocker in gap and zone schemes. Penalties have been a problem for him throughout his college career, but with the Lions expected to move All-Pro tackle Penei Sewell to the left side, he’s a natural fit to plug into the starting lineup on the right side as Detroit aims to get back to the playoffs.
18. Minnesota Vikings - Caleb Banks, DT, FloridaA true size/length/athleticism specimen for the position, Banks checks off all the visual boxes necessary to be a first round pick, and those specs show up in spurts of dominance, though not consistently enough. Durability has also been a significant issue, including missing most of the 2025 season with a foot issue. The Vikings clearly weren’t deterred by that medical history, set to unleash him in the middle of their defensive line with hopes his talent will translate to consistent production from the jump.
19. Carolina Panthers - Monroe Freeling, T, GeorgiaAmong the premier pass protectors in the nation, Freeling yielded fewer than 10 pressures for the Bulldogs last season, posting a near-99% Pass Block Efficiency Rate. He’s a fantastic athlete who will need to add good weight to his 6-7 frame, as he doesn't have the strength yet to consistently finish his blocks as needed in the league. But his athleticism should allow him to vie for snaps early on in Carolina while he grows into his body with room to evolve into a top-tier right tackle at the next level.
20. Philadelphia Eagles (via Dallas Cowboys) - Makai Lemon, WR, USCFinally fulfilling his immense potential in his junior season for the Trojans, Lemon eclipsed 1,000 receiving yards and double-digit touchdown catches, rarely dropping passes thrown in his direction while dominating from the slot. He excels at reeling in contested catches and has outstanding tracking skills, which should serve him well as the eventual replacement for AJ Brown, who still looks to be on his way out of town as the Eagles try to work out a trade to jettison the disgruntled star.
21. Pittsburgh Steelers - Max Iheanachor, T, Arizona State
22. Los Angeles Chargers - Akheem Mesidor, EDGE, MiamiIncredibly productive when healthy, the 263-pound Mesidor stuffed the stat sheet with a dozen sacks and nearly 20 tackles for loss last season. Offering a host of refined counter moves in conjunction with underrated acceleration and bend to turn the corner on tackles as a flexibly dangerous pass rusher, he should be an immediate starter who can slide up and down the line for Los Angeles, giving a jolt to a defensive front that already has some intriguing chess pieces.
23. Dallas Cowboys (via Philadelphia Eagles) - Malachi Lawrence, EDGE, UCFA twitchy EDGE with plus length and burst who possesses low 4.5 speed, Lawrence produced at least five sacks in each of his final three seasons with the Knights and gradually improved his numbers during that span, including 7.5 sacks and 11.5 tackles for loss as a senior. He has a wide array of counters, but developing a better pass rush plan against pro tackles will be a must to capitalize on those moves. Still looking to replace Micah Parsons, he should have a chance to play a ton of snaps right away for the Cowboys.
24. Cleveland Browns (via Jacksonville Jaguars) - KC Concepcion, WR, Texas A&M
25. Chicago Bears - Dillon Thieneman, S, OregonInstinctive and assertive as a run defender and in coverage at three different positions, Thieneman made the most of his lone season with the Ducks after starting his career at Purdue, emerging as a weapon who produced as a high-volume tackler, blitzer, and matchup slot/safety combo in coverage. He has elite athletic juice, including 4.35 speed, paired with the attitude and physicality to hold his own in the box. He will jump in next to former Seahawk Coby Bryant as part of a rebuilt, versatile secondary in Chicago.
26. Houston Texans (via Buffalo Bills) - Keylan Rutledge, G, Georgia TechAt 316 pounds, Rutledge can bully a nose tackle off the line as a drive blocker or swiftly reach blocking a 3-tech on a zone concept, demonstrating the all-around skill set to excel in any scheme. Rapid hands in pass protection sync up well with his feet, allowing him to mirror effectively with sticky control throughout the rep. He can get lunge-happy at times out of his stance, but the Texans just landed a true tone-setter who should instantly make their run game much better.
27. Miami Dolphins (via San Francisco 49ers) - Chris Johnson, CB, San Diego State
28. New England Patriots (via Buffalo Bills) - Caleb Lomu, T, Utah
29. Kansas City Chiefs (via Los Angeles Rams) - Peter Woods, DT, Clemson
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31. Buffalo Bills (via New England Patriots) -
32. Seattle Seahawks - Jadarian Price, RB, Notre Dame