Seahawks Have Two Shots on Day 2: Will Schneider Wheel and Deal at Picks 64 and 96?

The Seahawks made their first round move yesterday, taking Notre Dame running back Jadarian Price at No. 32 after flirting with the idea of trading out entirely. Now comes the real test: can GM John Schneider work some magic on Day 2 with picks No. 64 and No. 96?

Here's the situation heading into Friday's second and third round action. Seattle has two selections today but only one pick remaining in the final four rounds on Saturday, a sixth rounder via Cleveland at No. 188. That's not a lot of ammunition if Schneider wants to address the major holes still left on this roster. The needs are obvious: cornerback and edge rusher are the two biggest spots crying out for attention.

Price: Not a Lock, But Schneider Has Earned the Benefit of the Doubt

Before we get to today, let's talk about yesterday's pick. Price was the clear second running back in this draft class behind Jeremiyah Love, who the Cardinals took third overall. Yeah, Price was a backup at Notre Dame, which raised some eyebrows. The national media reaction was mixed, and honest, this isn't a slam dunk pick on paper.

But here's the thing: John Schneider has built credibility on draft day over his time with the Seahawks. That track record matters when you're making a move that doesn't look perfect on the surface. Schneider himself said Price "stood alone" and called him "a great player" and said "the person is outstanding." That's the kind of conviction you want from your GM, even if it feels risky right now.

What Happens Next?

The real question now is whether Schneider tries to package some of these picks or make moves to add more selections. With only one sixth rounder left after today, the Seahawks could find themselves very limited if they don't get creative. Expect some targeted picks if that happens, focused on filling those cornerback and edge rusher holes.

Rounds 2 and 3 kick off Friday at 4 p.m. PT on ABC, ESPN, and NFL Network. We'll have you covered with every update as the Seahawks navigate Day 2 of the draft.

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