The Seattle Seahawks own the No. 18 overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft. ESPN’s Mel Kiper is a legend in the draft space. When he releases a mock draft, you pay attention. Luckily for Seahawks fans, Kiper unleashed his debut first-round projection of the 2025 cycle on Wednesday.
Kiper has the Seahawks selecting Armand Membou, a versatile offensive linemen prospect who’s capable of playing both guard and tackle.
“Membou can play tackle or guard, but Seattle will be fixating on the interior,” Kiper wrote. “Maybe Membou could replace free agent Laken Tomlinson at left guard, while providing insurance for oft-injured right tackle Abraham Lucas? He’s very good in pass protection and shows some pop at the point of attack. And he’s experienced, with more than 2,000 career snaps.”
The King, the legend, the creator of the Mock Draft has dropped his first of 2025.@MelKiperESPN’s Mock 1.0 is live: https://t.co/Dr5FMnMM3s
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Kiper is correct that the Seahawks will be fixated on addressing the interior of their offensive line this offseason. Left guard Laken Tomlinson in a free agent after underwhelming in 2024. Anthony Bradford and Christian Haynes aren’t yet long-term starters at right guard. Center Olu Oluwatimi was unexpectedly thrust into the starting lineup after Connor Williams’ abrupt midseason retirement.
Membou has been receiving first-round interest in certain draft circles. The versatile Missouri lineman will compete in front of the Seahawks (and all 32 teams) at next week’s Senior Bowl. A good performance could have him earmarked on general manager John Schneider’s draft board.
