NFL draft kicked off in Green Bay, Wisconsin on Thursday. The Seattle Seahawks selected Grey Zabel from North Dakota State with the 18th pick in the first round. Below is analysis of every Seahawks pick: Analysis of every pick | Updated depth chart Round 1,

Seattle's group is receiving nearly a consensus high grade. Pro Football Focus gave the Seahawks an A, just one step down from the highest possible grade a team can receive. That began with a well-loved first-round pick of former North Dakota State guard Grey Zabel at No. 18 overall.

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.