In the latest episode of the HawksZone Rundown, hosts Bryce Coutts and Ryan MacMillan dive into the top five best fits for the Seattle Seahawks in the 2025 NFL Draft, focusing on both the interior offensive line and edge rusher positions. They break down each player’s potential and fit with the Seahawks, starting with the offensive line and continuing with edge rusher. Hosts Bryce Coutts and Ryan MacMillan discuss the following players:
Offensive Line
Grey Zabel, North Dakota State – “He’s versatile. He played tackle, guard, center all through college. His athleticism makes him an excellent match for the wide zone scheme. […] His physical style also aligns with the Seahawks goal of building a tougher o-line.”
Donovan Jackson, Ohio State – “He had 40 starts at left guard for Ohio State. We’re talking about a guy that knows the position well. He brings experience from a high level program. His improved lower strength is one thing that’s been big in the run game.”
Tyler Booker, Alabama – “He is more of a gap power scheme guy, but the dude is just such a football player. […] When I look at Booker’s scheme fit, his strength and ability to combo block really work in the wide zone. The only issue I have is his foot speed.”
Jonah Savaiinaea, Arizona – “He’s a very dynamic run blocker. His NFL caliber feet will also really help with the bootleg and play-action. […] The thing with Savaiinaea is that he could come in and start. I wouldn’t look at him coming in and just immediately being a plug-and-play guy.”
Joshua Gray, Oregon State – “I project him to be a mid-round pick, so a Round 4-6 kind of guy. […] His ability to get out of his stance is really good. He can fire out quick. That’s a big thing with dictating terms. […] He’s not necessarily, again, a plug-and-play guy.”
Edge Rushers
Donovan Ezeiruaku, Boston College – “He’s got an explosive first step. He had 16.5 sacks in 2024. He is an ideal outside 3-4 linebacker, so exactly what Derick Hall and Boye Mafe play. I think he has a more explosive first step than either one of them.”
Mike Green, Marshall – “Mike Green has some off-field issues, so he might not even be on Seattle’s board. […] Breakout campaign in 2024 in college. The thing is he’s got a lean, wiry frame and quick-twitch athleticism. He might be the most athletic edge in the class. He’s a speed-based edge rusher.”
J.T. Tuimoloau, Ohio State – “His size and strength make him a high floor edge. He could play 4-3 end or slide into that 3-4 OLB role, even maybe play a little bit of DE in that 3-4 scheme depending on how Macdonald uses his fronts. He’s got the rip, he’s got the bull rush. He often wins via his effort rather than an elite burst.”
Ashton Gillotte, Louisville – “He’s a bit of a tweener. He’s got a knack for disruption; he had 22 career sacks. His power and effort shine in run defense and interior rushes. This is what I think makes him a candidate for that 3-4 end or a passing down specialist.”
Gabe Jacas, Illinois – “He had eight sacks in 2024. He’s a mid-to-late third round guy. Gabe’s got raw, athletic pass rusher with a quick first step and a bendy frame. He has a lot of bend toward what Ezeiruaku has. He’s unpolished against the run, though.”
The discussion also includes a look at where these players might be drafted and where the best value could lie later in the draft. To wrap up, the guys summarize the needs at these positions for the Seahawks as they head into the 2025 draft, offering insights on what direction the team might take. Tune in for expert analysis and a closer look at the future of Seattle’s roster! There will be more positional rankings to come over the next couple of weeks as part of our draft preview.
Show Topics (timestamps included)
Top 5 Interior Lineman (1:55): Introduction to the top 5 fits at interior offensive line
Top 5 Edge Rushers (20:29): We breakdown the top 5 fits for the Seahawks at the edge spot
Closing Thoughts (30:56): We summarize the needs at each of these positions for the Seahawks
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