Seattle Seahawks

One week after being selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the 2025 NFL draft, Jalen Milroe got to show off some of what he is capable of doing on the field.

In a short highlight video posted from rookie minicamp, Milroe is seen completing passes to some of his new teammates.

The first look at @JalenMilroe. pic.twitter.com/4kPDBTGZKu

— Seattle Seahawks (@Seahawks) May 3, 2025

It's impossible to really glean anything significant from a 16-second clip, but the fact it's a package of Milroe throwing probably isn't an accident.

The question for Milroe coming into the NFL is how he would fare as a dropback passer. His speed as a runner, which he showed off during pre-draft workouts, could give him a very high floor.

.@JalenMilroe ran a 4.37u at @AlabamaFTBL's Pro Day 👀 pic.twitter.com/TH8avtC03u

— NFL (@NFL) March 19, 2025

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— Kent Lee Platte (@MathBomb) April 7, 2025

Milroe's ceiling and ability to be a regular starter will be determined by his development throwing the ball.

B/R's Dame Parson did note Milroe showed "encouraging flashes of development as a pocket passer" during his final season at Alabama, but he has a tendency to bail out of clean pockets and doesn't often throw with anticipation.

The pro comparison for Milroe, according to Parson, is "shades of Jalen Hurts with a jet pack & stronger arm."

Considering Hurts went in the second round of the 2020 draft to the Philadelphia Eagles, the Seahawks being able to wait to get Milroe near the end of the third round with the No. 92 selection is a good piece of business.

Seattle is in a position to give Milroe time to work on his passing skills. Sam Darnold is locked in as the starter for this season, but the Seahawks could get out of his deal after one year with minimal financial impact if things don't go well.

There is a real possibility that Milroe could work his way into the starting job by 2026 if the coaching staff likes what he does behind the scenes this season.

While other rookies are being lightly scolded for trying to wear iconic numbers for their new franchise, Nick Emmanwori had no such issues getting Russell Wilson's No. 3 from the Seattle Seahawks.

Speaking to reporters from rookie minicamp, Emmanwori confirmed he has chosen to don the jersey number that Wilson wore for 10 seasons in Seattle:

"I kind of was looking for a single digit. Seven wasn't available, so I was looking at the next number that could mean something to me. Russell Wilson was one of my favorite quarterbacks growing up with that Legion of Boom defense, had an offense too, so respect to Russell. He did a lot for this organization, did everything he could, so I'm going to do what I can in this number and make it special on defense in my own way."

The Seahawks have given out No. 3 since Wilson was traded following the 2021 season. Artie Burns, who spent two years with the club from 2023 to 2024, used it at the start of his tenure in Seattle before switching to No. 23.

Emmanwori was taken with the 35th pick in the 2025 NFL draft. He is coming into the league after a successful three-year career at South Carolina, highlighted by being named to the All-American first team in his final season.

Last season saw Emmanwori wore No. 7 with the Gamecocks. Uchenna Nwosu, who had worn 10 for the past three seasons, took the number seven to accommodate Cooper Kupp.

Seahawks fans will be more than happy if Emmanwori comes anywhere close to making the same impact for the defense that Wilson did at quarterback wearing the No. 3.

It's a high standard to live up to, but Emmanwori certainly has the confidence to suggest he won't be overwhelmed by the situation.

Seattle Seahawks rookie quarterback Jalen Milroe will have the opportunity to have a unique role in the offense in his first year while playing behind veteran signal-caller Sam Darnold.

However, Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald clarified to The Athletic's Michael-Shawn Dugar that it shouldn't be expected that Milroe will be deployed in a similar fashion to New Orleans Saints gadget player Taysom Hill.

"The way (the Saints) used (Hill) was more in a tight end-fullback hybrid role, sometimes taking snaps; Jalen is a quarterback through and through," Macdonald said. "He’s going to be trained to play quarterback for us. When he’s in there, he’s going to be playing quarterback. But the athleticism is going to come to life when he’s on the field."

Milroe is considered a raw talent with astronomical athleticism who has the potential to be a successful dual-threat quarterback. Seattle used a third-round pick to select him, making him the fourth quarterback off the board.

Teams have historically created a package of plays for running quarterbacks, such as the San Francisco 49ers' approach to Trey Lance or, more recently, the Pittsburgh Steelers' use of Justin Fields during the 2024 season after Russell Wilson returned from injury. However, it appears that the Seahawks are determined to develop Milroe as a complete quarterback.

"Gadget players are fun, but high-level quarterback play can truly change a team’s fortunes. Milroe needs legitimate live reps to see if that’s what he can become," Dugar stated.

The Seattle Seahawks were apparently very high on Alabama star quarterback Jalen Milroe before they drafted him in the third round.

According to Milroe, Seattle "knew" that he "was the best quarterback in the draft."

“The Seahawks knew I was the best quarterback in the draft,” Milroe told reporters. “They emphasized that. And then also with them getting to know me, it’s the mentality. One-on-one at the facility and just talking ball as well. We just took it as an opportunity to get to know me, how I view ’s and Os, what drives me, all the process that comes with preparation. All those different things I was able to talk to everyone on the staff about that.”

Milroe reportedly surprised and impressed Seattle in his predraft interviews, admitting that there are several areas of his game he needs to improve.

"How much time do you have?" Milroe asked when the Seahawks asked what he could improve, per NFL insider EJ Snyder.

Though the Seahawks passed on Milroe a few times, he was just the fourth quarterback taken behind No. 1 pick Cam Ward, first-rounder Jaxson Dart and second-rounder Tyler Shough.

Seattle already has a starting quarterback in Sam Darnold, but Milroe should see the field plenty during his rookie year. He's arguably the most mobile quarterback in the draft, meaning the Seahawks can bring him in for designed runs and other specific packages.

He'll likely be the team's QB2 behind Darnold after Seattle traded Sam Howell to the Minnesota Vikings on Saturday.

The Seattle Seahawks added Villanova CB Isas Waxter as an undrafted free agent after the 2025 NFL draft.

Isas Waxter is a big and physical cornerback who is a willing run defender. He projects as an undrafted free agent due to his limited athleticism and will likely have to carve out a role on special teams to make an NFL roster.

Waxter could also have a future at strong safety given his ability to handle physical route-runners and play the run.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'1"

WEIGHT: 209

HAND: 9½”

ARM: 31¾”

WINGSPAN: 78⅛”

40-YARD DASH: 4.56

3-CONE: 7.00

SHUTTLE: 4.18

VERTICAL: 35"

BROAD: 10'4"

POSITIVES

— Solid size and length, which helps him stay in phase against physical route-runners (both wide receivers and tight ends).

— Uses his hands well to help avoid getting beaten in coverage and defeat blocks from wide receivers in the running game.

— Decent hip fluidity to help cover sharp-breaking routes.

— Willing run defender who is a solid tackler, consistently using good pad level and wrapping up.

NEGATIVES

— Doesn't have the long speed to cover deep or drag routes from NFL wide receivers.

— Press technique needs work. Quick to open the gate and has a habit of lunging when trying to jam receivers on the line of scrimmage.

— Bad route recognition and awareness in zone coverage. Often takes too long to process route concepts and is late to execute exchanges or take the cheese when playing zone.

— Subpar start-stop ability and short-area quickness, causing him to give up separation against curl routes and struggle to drive on routes.

NOTES

— Born Sept. 17, 2001

— Not ranked in the 2019 class, per 247Sports (FCS commit)

— Injuries: 2022 (Torn MCL, surgery, missed entire season)

— 2023 Second-Team All-CAA

— 2024 First-Team All-CAA

— Three-time Academic Honor Roll

GRADE: 5.4 (Backup/UDFA with Roster Potential — UDFA)

OVERALL RANK: 313

POSITION RANK: CB35

PRO COMPARISON: Sam Webb

Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

The Seattle Seahawks selected Kansas IOL Bryce Cabeldue with the No. 192 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Cabeldue is a four-year starter at right tackle over his first three seasons before switching to left tackle for 11 starts (one at RT) in 2024 inside Kansas' 60-40 run-pass split, RPO/motion heavy, zone-based run scheme with gap principles (G-T counter) mixed in. Cabeldue has a slightly narrow frame and well-rounded build with adequate arm length, play strength and very good athletic ability.

Cabeldue is a loose, twitched-up mover who wins as a run-blocker executing combinations and cut-offs in zone concepts with fluidity and range to intersect targets and get them walled off. He is a capable puller who can track and line up targets, and he runs his feet, strains and works hard to finish.

Cabeldue racked up finishes on zone concepts when defenders are flowing to the ball. However, he struggles to keep bigger defensive linemen squared up and controlled on double-teams and angle-drive blocks due to his middling arm length and square power.

In pass protection, Cabeldue weaponizes his quickness with tight, potent strikes to close space, latch and mirror on rushers using jump sets. While Cabeldue excels with aggressive sets, his footwork when expanding to protect the corner is a bit clunky, while his middling arm length pairs to create short corners.

Overall, Cabeldue offers mediocre size and square power without the range needed to remain at tackle. But he's a loose, twitched-up mover with strong hands and a physical demeanor who can develop and carve out a role over time on the interior inside a zone-based run scheme.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'4"

WEIGHT: 308

HAND: 9½"

ARM: 33¼"

WINGSPAN: 79⅜"

40-YARD DASH: 4.95

3-CONE: 7.71

SHUTTLE: 4.59

VERTICAL: 32"

BROAD: 9'6"

POSITIVES

— Twitchy, loose mover who closes space quickly on defenders.

— Strikes with tight hand placement and solid pop to establish quick leverage.

— Excels using jump sets in pass protection to manipulate angles and eliminate the runway of rushers.

— Very good quickness on backside cut-offs, climbs to the second level and leading around the edge gets him into his fits on time to cover up his target.

— Runs his feet, strains and works hard to drive and finish blocks.

NEGATIVES

— Mediocre sand, girth and arm length create soft edges that defenders regularly work around and through late in the rep.

— Below-average square power leaves him stifled, stacked and controlled when he fails to establish first meaningful contact.

NOTES

— Born Sept. 4, 2001

— 3-star recruit from the 2020 class, per 247Sports

— 50 career starts at right (39) and left (11) tackle

— Accepted his invite to the 2025 Shrine Bowl

GRADE: 6.3 (Developmental Prospect — 5th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 189

POSITION RANK: IOL20

PRO COMPARISON: Brady Christensen

Written by B/R NFL Scout Brandon Thorn

The Seattle Seahawks selected Notre Dame DL Rylie Mills with the No. 142 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Rylie Mills is an older prospect who spent five years at Notre Dame before heading to the NFL draft. He'll be a 24-year-old rookie.

Mills was originally an edge player, but he moved inside for the last two seasons after putting on weight to eclipse 300 pounds in 2023 and then cut to about 295 this past season. The latter seems to be the sweet spot for him.

In the running game, Mills is hard to move with one-on-one blocks. He recognizes blocking schemes well to put himself in a good position to take on blocks, has impressive strength at the point of attack to get extension and has shown several ways to make tackles.

However, he does struggle against double-teams due to a combination of subpar pad level and trying to take on both blockers instead of beating the man he's lined up across from.

The Notre Dame product primarily wins with power as a pass-rusher, but he added to his arsenal this season by showing decent rip, swim and hand-swipe moves. However, his lack of athleticism and tight hips will limit his ability to win with finesse in the NFL and make it difficult for him to take efficient paths to the quarterback or corner at the top of the rush.

Overall, Mills could be a solid run defender and occasional contributor as a pass-rusher in the NFL. His draft projection could vary based on how high teams view his ceiling given his age. Schematically, he'd be best as a 4i-technique in odd fronts.

POSITIVES

— Good size for an NFL interior defensive lineman.

— Impressive upper-body strength to win at the point of attack and get extension on blocks as a run defender.

— Can stack and shed, has shown an arm-over move to escape blocks and can make tackles with offensive linemen hanging on him.

— Solid power as a pass-rusher to collapse the pocket with a bull rush or win with a hump move.

— Has flashed decent rip and swim moves as well as active hands to occasionally defeat the offensive lineman's hands.

NEGATIVES

— Subpar overall athlete who lacks quickness and twitch.

— Doesn't accelerate off the ball well and has a habit of standing up out of his stance, especially when he gets tired at the end of games.

— Lack of agility makes him susceptible to getting reached in the running game.

— Struggles to stay in his gap or hold ground against double-teams/combo blocks.

— Has stiff hips, hurting his ability to clear his lower half and get clean wins with finesse moves and corner at the top of the pass rush.

NOTES

— Born Aug. 20, 2001

— 4-star recruit in the 2020 class, per 247Sports

— Injuries: 2024 (Right Knee, missed 3 games in the CFP)

— 2024: Second-Team All-American

— Made Bruce Feldman's list of exceptional college football athletes twice

GRADE: 6.6 (Potential Role Player — 4th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 158

POSITION RANK: DL15

PRO COMPARISON: Dean Lowry

Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

The Seattle Seahawks added Ole Miss EDGE Jared Ivey as an undrafted free agent after the 2025 NFL draft.

Jared Ivey passes the initial eye test as he looks the part of an NFL defensive end with his impressive size. He combines that with long arms and plenty of strength to project as a quality run defender at the next level.

Ivey has little to no issues setting the edge against zone runs and gets under pullers to spill gap runs outside. Also, he's good at getting off blocks to make tackles and is too physical and strong for offenses to leave him alone against tight ends, even on the backside of plays.

As a pass-rusher, the Ole Miss product's best move is a push-pull as he has the strength to pull offensive linemen's shoulders down. He can also be effective as the pick player in line games and has shown solid arm-over and hand-swipe moves. However, the latter are dependent on the timing with his hands which is still a work in progress.

Additionally, Ivey's bend is sub-par and he has bad pass-rush lane integrity, often ducking inside and losing outside contain on quarterbacks. Because of that, he might be better suited as an interior rusher on passing downs. But his get-off and pad level will need improvement to be a more effective bull-rusher on the inside.

Overall, Ivey can at least be a good two-down player who is a starter during his rookie contract, especially as an even front defensive end. How much he'll be able to contribute as a pass-rusher is questionable, but a team that already has a good pass-rush specialist on the edge and is willing to work with him on the interior should be intrigued by Ivey's game.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'6"

WEIGHT: 283

HAND: 9⅛"

ARM: 33¾"

WINGSPAN: 82¾”

40-YARD DASH: 5.15

3-CONE: 7.56

SHUTTLE: 4.68

VERTICAL: 30.5"

BROAD: 9'5"

POSITIVES

— Great size for an NFL defensive end and has long arms.

— Strong and physical at the point of attack to set the edge against the run, and he uses his length well to get extension on blocks.

— Solid at getting off blocks by shedding or using an arm-over move to escape.

— Has the strength to close the gap with tight ends.

— As a pass-rusher, he sets up his moves well by showing decent agility to stem from inside to outside leverage or vice versa.

— Solid power rusher who can be effective as the pick player in line games and win with a push-pull move.

— Has flashed decent hand-swipe and arm-over moves when his use of hands is on time.

NEGATIVES

— Sub-par get-off, lacks explosion off the line of scrimmage.

— Bullrush is negatively impacted by the sub-par get-off, high pad level out of his stance and lack of leg drive through contact.

— Inconsistent timing with his use of hands as a pass-rusher, he will allow offensive tackles to make the first significant contact.

— Has a habit of going inside and losing outside contain as a pass-rusher.

— Below-average hip and ankle flexibility to bend or corner at the top of the rush.

— Not a high-motor player, will take plays off.

NOTES

— Born Dec. 5, 2001

— A 4-star recruit in the 2020 class, per 247Sports

— Injuries: 2024 (Left ankle sprain, missed 1 game)

— Transferred from Georgia Tech ahead of the 2022 season

— 2024: Third-Team All-SEC

— 2023: First-Team All-SEC

GRADE: 7.2 (High-Level Backup/Potential Starter — 3rd Round)

OVERALL RANK: 91

POSITION RANK: EDGE14

PRO COMPARISON: John Franklin-Myers

Written by B/R NFL Scout Matt Holder

The Seattle Seahawks added LSU CB Zy Alexander as an undrafted free agent after the 2025 NFL draft.

Alexander is a lengthy and physical cornerback prospect from LSU, standing out with his 6'2" frame and impressive ball skills. Transferring from Southeastern Louisiana, Alexander made a smooth transition to a higher level of competition, showcasing his ability to handle press-man coverage and contribute in the run game. His combination of size, athleticism, and physicality makes him a compelling option for NFL teams looking for an outside corner with the tools to develop into a starter.

In coverage, Alexander's length and athleticism shine. He excels in press coverage, using his size to disrupt routes at the line of scrimmage and maintain positioning downfield. His ability to sink his hips and transition smoothly allows him to stay in phase with receivers, even at full speed. Alexander's ball skills are among his standout traits; he times his break-up well, attacking the ball at its highest point and breaking up passes effectively. However, against more explosive and faster receivers—such as those from Alabama—he can struggle to recover when out of phase. Additionally, inconsistent hand usage in press and occasional lapses in pad level during transitions can lead to extra separation on shorter routes.

Alexander is an aggressive and willing participant in the run game. He demonstrates excellent physicality when taking on blockers, using his length and strength to disrupt and disengage. As a tackler, Alexander is secure and efficient, often targeting ball carriers' legs and ensuring they are brought down with minimal extra yardage. His ability to recognize run plays and trigger quickly helps him provide consistent support on the edge. Alexander in overall is an effective defender in the run showing his effort and reliability as areas of strength.

Zy Alexander projects as a mid-round pick with the potential to develop into a starting outside cornerback in multiple schemes. His size, length, and ability to blanket receivers downfield give him a high ceiling, particularly against larger wideouts. While his susceptibility to elite speed and some technical inconsistencies may sometimes show up. Alexander's competitive nature and ball skills make him a valuable addition to an NFL secondary. With refinement and experience, he has the tools to become a reliable starter at the next level.

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'1"

WEIGHT: 187

HAND: 9¼”

ARM: 31"

WINGSPAN: 77½”

40-YARD DASH: 4.56

VERTICAL: 31.5"

BROAD: 9'8"

POSITIVES

— Great length and size. Uses his length to control receivers in press and as he works down the field. Also uses his length well when taking on blockers.

— Quickly sinks his hips to transition and match routes, even from full speed.

— Shows good physicality in the run game. Secure tackler who comes up quickly to support the run and cuts out the legs of ball-carriers.

— Great ball skills, locks in on the ball and attacks it at the high point. Shows very good timing and awareness when shooting his hand to break up passes.

NEGATIVES

— Inconsistent hand usage in press, giving a free release at times and allowing faster receivers a step. Was surprised by more explosive athletes, especially against Alabama's receiving group.

— Can fight against his pad level when breaking, allowing extra steps out of transitions.

NOTES

— Games Started: 46

— Unrated recruit in the 2020 class, per 247Sports

— 2024: Suffered a concussion against UCLA which kept him out of week 5 against South Alabama

— 2023: Transferred from Southeastern Louisiana; 2023: Suffered an ACL injury against Army

— 2022: First Team All-Southland

— 2021: First Team All-Southland

GRADE: 7.3 (High-LevelBackup/ Potential Starter — 3rd Round)

OVERALL RANK: 80

POSITION RANK: CB12

PRO COMPARISON: Cam Dantzler

Written by B/R NFL Scout Cory Giddings

The Seattle Seahawks selected Colorado State WR Tory Horton Jr. with the No. 166 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft.

Tory Horton is an instinctive and movable wide receiver with the speed to be a three-level threat. 

Horton has a strong sense of space and reads post-snap coverages well. He is an effective option route-runner, reading defensive drops and breaking away from them. Horton aligns all over the formation; stack and bunch sets give him a free release to press on corners’ toes. 

Horton is a smooth route-runner with quick footwork. He gets in and out of his breaks with fluidity and no hesitation. He also has the long speed and athletic ability to win the vertical plane. Horton offers above-average yards-after-the-catch creativity. He can stop and cut past defenders in space. 

Horton has a thin and wiry frame and lacks play strength. He cannot fend off physical press corners at the line of scrimmage and is rerouted quickly once the defender’s punches hit their landing mark. Horton’s lack of strength limits his effectiveness and projection as a contested-catch option. He missed the majority of the 2024 season due to a knee injury. 

Horton is a three-level receiver and route-runner. He will add a run-after-the-catch threat with good straight-line speed. His struggles against press coverage can be mitigated by pre-snap motions, placing him in bunch and stack sets. He projects as a WR3/4. 

MEASUREMENT AND WORKOUT RESULTS

HEIGHT: 6'2½"

WEIGHT: 196

HAND: 9"

ARM: 30⅝"

WINGSPAN: 77¼"

40-YARD DASH: 4.41

VERTICAL: 37.5"

POSITIVES

— Good speed to win as a three-level receiving threat.

— Agility and quickness in space aides in making defenders miss after the catch.

— Smooth moving route-runner, gets in and out of breaks quickly.

— Bring value to special teams as the primary punt returner.

NEGATIVES

— Thin, wiry frame with a lack of muscle mass or strength to fend off physical corners.

— Will not box out or overpower corners at the catch point.

— Blocking shows effort, but execution is hindered due to lack of strength.

— Knee injury forced him to miss the majority of the 2024 season

NOTES

— Born Nov. 29, 2002

— 3-star recruit in 2020 class, per 247Sports

— 2024 team captain

— 2023 First-Team All-Mountain West WR; Second-Team All-Conference PR; team captain

— 2022 First-Team All-Mountain West Conference WR; Honorable Mention All-MWC PR

GRADE: 6.7 (Potential Role Player — 4th Round)

OVERALL RANK: 150

POSITION RANK: WR19

PRO COMPARISON: Troy Franklin

Written by B/R NFL Scout Dame Parson