Everyone is familiar with the weekly NFL power rankings, but ESPN has decided to do things a little differently this summer.
After consulting their panel of experts, ESPN has put together a list of the NFL’s likely best teams over the next three seasons based on each club’s roster, quarterback, draft, front office and coaching staff.
The Seahawks landed at No. 5 in ESPN’s NFL Future Power Rankings with an overall score of 84.9 out of a possible 100 points.
“Why they’re here: GM John Schneider and coach Pete Carroll retooled terrifically on the fly, as the Seahawks made the playoffs yet again in 2018 despite seeing several key veterans depart via free agency, release, retirement and trade,” writes Field Yates. “That bodes well moving forward, as does the extension for quarterback Russell Wilson, who has MVP-caliber ability. What’s clear in Seattle is that the personnel and coaching staffs are in lockstep in terms of identifying the type of players they need to win. Nothing is guaranteed in the NFL, but that kind of continuity goes a long way in helping Seattle stay in the NFC West mix.”
“What could change for the better: The Seahawks are well stocked for the future in all ways except their usual roster holes on offense, along the line and in terms of playmakers,” Kevin Seifert continued. “But if rookie receiver DK Metcalf can make good on his big-play potential, the Seahawks will have a weapon who can get past opposing defenses for years to come.”
Only the Chiefs, Eagles, Patriots and Colts topped the Seahawks in ESPN’s NFL Future Power Rankings.
