Seahawks Announce Jersey Numbers for Jadarian Price, 2026 Draft Class
Set to kick off their two-day rookie minicamp on May 1, the Seattle Seahawks announced jersey numbers for their entire incoming rookie class, including signed undrafted free agents.
With few numbers to choose from due to 75 players already under contract before the 2026 NFL Draft, first round pick Jadarian Price will don No. 8 as he begins his NFL career in Seattle. His predecessor, Ken Walker III, wore No. 9 during his four seasons with the team, and second-round pick Bud Clark will wear that digit as the newest safety on coach Mike Macdonald’s defense.
Seahawks 2026 Draft Class Superlatives
The 2026 Seattle Seahawks draft class is in. John Schneider made his classic maneuvers and turned four original picks into eight total, like the classic Dai Vernon cups and balls magic routine.
Let’s break down this class of seven prospects using superlatives.
‘Dream Come to Reality’: Certified Ball Hawk Bud Clark Hyped to Join Seahawks’ Star-Studded Defense
Growing up during the peak of the Seattle Seahawks’ Super Bowl years under coach Pete Carroll, like many youngsters with dreams to play in the NFL down the road in the mid-2010s, Bud Clark idolized the vaunted “Legion of Boom” secondary.
Emerging as a top recruit at Alexandria Senior High School in Louisiana, Clark aimed to model his game after one of the esteemed members of that illustrious, star-studded defensive backfield, desiring to bring the physical tenacity Kam Chancellor once did inflicting pain on opponents to more than earn the nickname “Bam Bam.” After briefly committing to Virginia, he took his talents to Forth Worth, joining an always tough TCU program instead, looking to make a similar impact to his idol.
Six years later, Clark will now get to don the same blue and action green that Chancellor once rocked in the Pacific Northwest, seeing a “dream come to reality” landing with his desired team as the 64th overall selection in the 2026 NFL Draft.
Seahawks Land Ball-Hawking DB Bud Clark With 64th Pick in 2026 NFL Draft
Continuing their efforts to replace departed former starters in free agency, the Seattle Seahawks once again opted to sit pat and make their native selection at the end of the second round, snagging TCU safety Bud Clark with the 64th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft.
After losing Coby Bryant to Chicago in free agency last month, Seattle made a play for a talented ball-hawking defensive back in Clark who racked up interceptions in bunches for the Horned Frogs after rebounding from a couple injury-shortened seasons to begin his collegiate career, offering many of the strengths of his predecessor in the secondary. Over his final four seasons on campus, he intercepted a whopping 15 passes, returning two of them for touchdowns, and registered 20 additional pass breakups, always finding a way to get his paws on the football while aggressively shooting passing lanes in coverage.
Big Board: Ranking Top Safety Targets for Seahawks in 2026 NFL Draft
With the deadline come and gone for teams to bring prospects into town for official visits, it’s full steam ahead for the Seattle Seahawks and the rest of the league heading towards the upcoming 2026 NFL Draft.
By virtue of losing former starter Coby Bryant to the Bears in free agency, safety would appear to be an area of significant need for the Seahawks. However, Julian Love and Nick Emmanwori will both return as core starters and dependable reserve Ty Okada performed admirably in 11 starts last season, showing he’s more than ready for an expanded role. The team also brought back veteran D’Anthony Bell and added ex-Colts starter Rodney Thomas in free agency for depth purposes and special teams value, but even with those moves, it’s still possible Seattle could be in the market for a safety if the right player falls to them.
Which versatile defensive backs with safety backgrounds stand out as the best of the best for Seattle to potentially choose from?
Analysis: Identifying Best Safety Fits for Seahawks’ 2026 Draft Picks
Despite watching Coby Bryant flee the nest to sign a big money contract with the Chicago Bears, the Seattle Seahawks should still be in fine shape at the safety spot both in terms of talent and depth rolling into the 2026 season.
Even without Bryant, the Seahawks have former Pro Bowler Julian Love returning under contract for two more years as well as budding star Nick Emmanwori, who emerged as a key catalyst in Mike Macdonald’s defense playing everywhere from the slot to defensive end. In addition, Ty Okada performed admirably in 11 starts subbing in for Love and Bryant, earning himself an opportunity to play significant snaps moving forward as the team’s third safety. In free agency, the team further bolstered depth by signing former Colts starter Rodney Thomas and bringing back veteran D’Anthony Bell.
Still, given Macdonald’s propensity for deploying nickel and dime packages with five or more defensive backs and often utilizing three or more safeties on the field at the same time, Seattle may be inclined to look for additional reinforcements with the 2026 NFL Draft featuring a rock solid class at the position. This includes in the first round, where as many as three or four safeties could hear their names called on April 23 in Pittsburgh.
Looking at this year’s latest crop of safeties, which players stand out as the best potential fits to succeed Bryant and further reinforce the Seahawks’ secondary for 2026 and beyond with each of their four selections?
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