{"id":22145,"date":"2017-06-16T18:52:44","date_gmt":"2017-06-16T22:52:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lwosonnfl.ms.lastwordonsports.com\/?p=22145"},"modified":"2021-06-01T06:00:31","modified_gmt":"2021-06-01T10:00:31","slug":"seahawks-roster-projection-offense","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2017\/06\/16\/seahawks-roster-projection-offense\/","title":{"rendered":"Seattle Seahawks Roster Projection – Offense"},"content":{"rendered":"

It’s never easy to project the Seattle Seahawks 53-man roster because of the unorthodox head coach Pete Carroll<\/strong>. Carroll gives everyone an equal shot of making the team, whether they are an incumbent starter with a hefty contract or an undrafted free agent. This projection is a best guess of what Pete Carroll and general manager\u00a0John Schneider<\/a><\/strong> will deem as their 53 best football players heading into the 2017 season.<\/p>\n

Seattle Seahawks Roster Projection – Offense<\/h2>\n

Quarterbacks: (2)<\/h3>\n
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  1. Russell Wilson<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Russell Wilson is the obvious starter for the Seahawks. He\u2019s started every game since his rookie year in 2012. He\u2019ll be looking to bounce back from a subpar season marred by injuries and inconsistency.<\/p>\n

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    1. Austin Davis<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Austin Davis is the leader in the clubhouse for the backup role to Wilson. With last year\u2019s backup Trevone Boykin<\/a><\/strong> dealing with multiple offseason arrests, Davis is the safer pick to make the team. Although Boykin is a better athlete and resembles Wilson\u2019s playing style, Davis has more experience, is more accurate, and makes fewer mistakes.<\/p>\n

      Tailbacks: (4)<\/h3>\n
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      1. Eddie Lacy<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Eddie Lacy will get the first crack at the starting running back job in Seattle. He has a similar bruising running style to Marshawn Lynch<\/a><\/strong>. If he can stay healthy and keep his weight down, he should return to his 2013 and 2014 form in which he rushed for over 1000 yards.<\/p>\n

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        1. Thomas Rawls<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Thomas Rawls will look to bounce back from a disappointing 2016 season. After a breakout 2015 campaign, Rawls was plagued by injuries and inconsistent play last season. The Seahawks like his talent, but he\u2019ll probably be the backup to Lacy. Since he has a similar running style to Lacy, he might get fewer opportunities than him and third down specialist C.J. Prosise<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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          1. C.J. Prosise<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            The Seahawks were intrigued by what they saw out of Prosise during his rookie campaign. Although he missed most of the season due to injuries, he flashed elite potential when healthy. Prosise will likely be the Seahawks third down running back. He excelled as a receiver out of the backfield and showed potential as a between-the-tackles runner.<\/p>\n

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            1. Alex Collins<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              Alex Collins is also heading into his second season. He didn\u2019t have many opportunities to shine as a rookie, but has a skill set that the Seahawks desire. He\u2019s a bruising running back just like Lacy and Rawls. Although he won\u2019t see many carriers if the other running backs are healthy, they\u2019ll likely keep him on the roster due to the injury concerns of Lacy, Rawls, and Prosise.<\/p>\n

              Fullbacks: (1)<\/h3>\n
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              1. Kyle Coleman<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                The Seahawks have two fullbacks on their roster, rookies\u00a0Algernon Brown<\/strong> and Kyle Coleman. I\u2019ll give Coleman the edge because of youth. Right now it\u2019s anyone\u2019s guess who wins this job, but I\u2019ll give the 23 year old an edge over his 25 year old counterpart.<\/p>\n

                Wide Receivers: (5)<\/h3>\n
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                1. Doug Baldwin<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  Doug Baldwin will be the Seahawks top receiver in 2017 once again. Coming off of back-to-back 1,000 yard seasons, Baldwin will be Wilson\u2019s top target. He\u2019ll primarily work out of the slot, but will play on the outside on occasion.<\/p>\n

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                  1. Tyler Lockett<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                    Tyler Lockett will try to bounce back after a gruesome injury ended his 2016 campaign. He\u2019s likely in line for the number two receiver position behind Baldwin. Both Lockett and Baldwin do their best work out of the slot, but both can move outside and win against bigger cornerbacks too.<\/p>\n

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                    1. Paul Richardson<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      Paul Richardson will look to build on an impressive playoff run that was full of spectacular catches. The talent has always been there, but he\u2019s never been able to stay healthy. Maybe this is the year for Richardson to finally have a breakout season.<\/p>\n

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                      1. Amara Darboh<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                        The Seahawks\u2019 2017 third\u00a0round pick will be the reason fan favorite Jermaine Kearse<\/a> <\/strong>doesn\u2019t make the roster. Kearse struggled last year, and hasn\u2019t ever been a good receiver for Seattle except during a few playoff runs. Darboh is much more talented, younger, cheaper, and has more upside. He should get every chance to be a starting receiver.<\/p>\n

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                        1. Tanner McEvoy<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                          Tanner McEvoy is one of the Seahawks\u2019 best special teamers. He played quarterback, safety, running back, and receiver in college. As an undrafted free agent in 2016, the Seahawks tried him at safety first before switching to receiver. His versatility is extremely important to Seattle\u2019s coaching staff, and will help him make the team.<\/p>\n

                          Tight Ends: (3)<\/h3>\n
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                          1. Jimmy Graham<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                            Jimmy Graham will be the Seahawks\u2019 starting tight end in 2017. After an up-and-down season that culminated in a Pro Bowl berth, Graham will be looking to produce like he did in his first four years in New Orleans. Graham will be a free agent next year. It will be beneficial for both Graham and the Seahawks if he has another stellar year.<\/p>\n

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                            1. Luke Willson<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                              The Seahawks re-signed Luke Willson in the off-season to a one year deal. He\u2019ll return to Seattle as the number two tight end behind Graham. He\u2019ll be competing with second year tight end Nick Vannett for the backup job.<\/p>\n

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                              1. Nick Vannett<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                2016 third round pick Nick Vannett will attempt to crack the roster in 2017. He\u2019s all but a lock to make the team, but might not get much playing time. He struggled to see the field in 2016, and will need to make improvements and stay healthy if he wants take the backup job from Willson.<\/p>\n

                                Offensive Linemen: (8)<\/h3>\n
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                                1. George Fant<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                  After an abysmal rookie season, George Fant will be the favorite to win the Seahawks left tackle job. It\u2019s hard to fathom that the Seahawks gave an undrafted rookie basketball player the left tackle position as a rookie. The left tackle is arguably the second most important position behind the quarterback. Fant played better than most would in his situation, and has athletic traits that the Seahawks like. He\u2019ll need to make drastic improvements to help keep Wilson upright and healthy.<\/p>\n

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                                  1. Germain Ifedi<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                    Last year\u2019s first round pick had his rookie struggles. Ifedi showed flashes of brilliance, but underwhelmed more often than not. He played as a right guard last season, and is the favorite to become the Seahawks\u2019 starting right tackle. Ifedi is a great athlete, but will need to improve his technique and consistency this season.<\/p>\n

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                                    1. Justin Britt<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                      After stints at offensive tackle and guard, Justin Britt finally found a home at center. He struggled before last season, but became Seattle\u2019s most consistent offensive lineman. That isn\u2019t saying much, but he\u2019s the only starter that wasn\u2019t a major disappointment on the offensive line last season. The Seahawks will need another solid season out of Britt.<\/p>\n

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                                      1. Luke Joeckel<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                        The Seahawks signed Luke Joeckel to a one-year deal this offseason. Coming off of a knee injury, the former second overall pick has a lot to prove. Offensive line coach Tom Cable claimed that Joeckel was one of the best guards in the NFL last season before getting injured, but that\u2019s a bunch of hogwash. Joeckel was terrible last season, just like he\u2019s been every year as a left tackle or left guard. Joeckel will get a chance to play either position on the left side of the offensive line.<\/p>\n

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                                        1. Mark Glowinski<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                          The 2015 fourth\u00a0round pick will get every chance to take over for Germain Ifedi and start at right guard. Glowinski is a mauler and has elite strength, but he\u2019s inconsistent with his technique, especially in pass protection. The Seahawks offensive line cannot afford to let Russell Wilson take a beating, so Glowinski will have to improve if he wants to remain a starter.<\/p>\n

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                                          1. Ethan Pocic<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                            The Seahawks\u2019 2017 second\u00a0round pick will get every chance to start on the offensive line. It\u2019s extremely likely that he\u2019ll become a starter at some point, but it might not be right away. As a 6\u20197″ offensive lineman, he probably won\u2019t be a center like he was during his final year at LSU. Wilson is a short quarterback, so having a giant center in front of him might not be beneficial. Pocic has experience playing tackle and guard in college, so he\u2019ll get a look there with the Seahawks. He might be second in line for all five offensive line positions.<\/p>\n

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                                            1. Joey Hunt<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                              Joey Hunt will likely be the backup to starting center Justin Britt. Although Ethan Pocic played center in college, he\u2019s more likely to be a tackle or guard with the Seahawks. But if the Seahawks want to save a roster spot, they might keep Pocic as their backup and cut Hunt if he underperforms during camp. Hunt cannot afford to struggle if he wants to keep his job.<\/p>\n

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                                              1. Jordan Roos<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                                The rookie undrafted free agent has impressed during his time with the Seahawks. Seattle has been known for keeping multiple undrafted free agents every year, including sometimes cutting draft picks to keep them. This would be the case if the Seahawks keep Roos over sixth round pick Justin Senior. Offensive line coach Tom Cable has been impressed with Roos, who was a right guard in college. He\u2019ll get a chance to start at guard as a rookie, but won\u2019t likely win the job out of camp.<\/p>\n

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