The Seattle Seahawks only have four picks in this upcoming NFL Draft, but even if they only use those four they still have plenty of opportunities to add talented players to their 2019 roster.
Of course, Seattle could trade down and acquire even more picks, further bolstering their roster with an infusion of young talent.
While edge rushing and the secondary are both positions of need, the Seahawks could also turn to the draft to improve their receiver corps, especially in light of Doug Baldwin’s upcoming surgery.
Here are four receivers, one that is projected to go around each of Seattle’s draft picks, that the Seahawks could consider drafting.
Round 1 (Pick 21): Parris Campbell, Ohio State
Campbell’s draft stock has soared since the NFL combine, going from a late-round target to a potential first round pick. He scheduled a visit with the Seahawks and the Saints, a good sign that Seattle likes what they see from the athletic slot receiver.
21 overall is still a tad early for Campbell, but he seems like a perfect target for the Seahawks if they choose to trade back a few spots in order to acquire more picks later on.
Campbell is an athletic freak who would give Seattle an outstanding weapon in the slot, something they may need sooner rather than later with the news that Doug Baldwin is scheduled to have a third offseason surgery, this time for a sports hernia.
Campbell fits what coach Pete Carroll looks for in a wide receiver, and could be a nice find for the Seahawks with their first draft pick.
Round 3 (Pick 84): Riley Ridley, Georgia
Ridley is the younger brother of Calvin Ridley, giving him solid NFL bloodlines. He also possesses the big, physical traits that Carroll and company look for, measuring a solid six-foot-one and 199 pounds.
His speed isn’t elite, but he possesses the physicality to beat defensive backs over the top and is a master at turning contested catches into receptions.
A slightly tighter passing window has rarely been an issue for Russell Wilson, and Ridley could easily thrive with the Seahawks if they choose to pursue him with their third round pick.
Round 4 (Pick 117): Antoine Wesley, Texas Tech
Wesley was mocked to Seattle in the fourth round of Draft Wire’s latest mock draft, and it is easy to see why: Wesley stands an imposing six-foot-four and 206 pounds, with 34 inch arms and 9 3/4 inch hands.
Like Ridley, Wesley isn’t the fastest receiver, but his ability to create seperation and bring down the tough catch are nearly unparalleled in this draft, and would make him a fantastic selection for the Seahawks in the middle rounds.
He could immediately come in and compete to be Seattle’s No. 3 receiver behind Doug Baldwin and Tyler Lockett.
Round 5 (Pick 148): Terry McLaurin, Ohio State
The second Ohio State receiver on this list, and a personal favorite of current Seahawks receiver Doug Baldwin, McLaurin possesses elite speed and good physicality, making him an appealing Pete Carroll target.
He’s raw as a pass-catcher and struggles in body positioning, but his speed could make him an immediate contributor as a special teamer while he hones his ball-skills – eventually becoming a solid WR3.
If he’s good enough for Doug Baldwin he should be good enough for the Seahawks, especially as a late-round target.
