For the first time since 2010, the Seahawks hold a top-10 pick in the NFL draft. Last time, they used it on Russell Okung, who became their franchise left tackle during their peak championship run.
It’s anybody’s guess which direction they’ll go this year, but for what it’s worth Seattle needs another boundary cornerback after allowing D.J. Reed to sign with the Jets. The best one in this year’s draft class is supposed to be Cincinnati’s Ahmad “Sauce” Gardner. According to Aaron Wilson at the Pro Football Network, the team is using one of their official top-30 visits on Gardner.
New York Jets, New York Giants, Eagles and Seahawks bringing in Cincinnati corner Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner for official top-30 visits and will also meet with Detroit Lions: @PFN365 #Jets #NYGiants #Seahawks https://t.co/P2tzCMK9wj https://t.co/GTtzCWQ8YB
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) March 25, 2022
Garnder (6-foot-2, 188 pounds) has the length you’d expect from a prototypical Pete Carroll cornerback. He also has ball skills to spare – having totaled nine interceptions in college despite not being targeted much.
Here’s a look at his 2021 highlights.
If the Seahawks want him, they’ll have to use their No. 9 overall pick.
