Why Jonah Coleman Could Be The Run Game Answer The Seahawks Actually Need
The Seahawks are looking hard at UW Huskies running back Jonah Coleman as a potential draft target, and honestly, the fit makes a lot of sense. Pro Football Focus' Trevor Sikkema broke down why Coleman could be exactly what Seattle needs in next month's draft, and the timing couldn't be better with the offense already taking shape around Sam Darnold and Jaxon Smith-Njigba.
Building Around A Loaded Offense
Look, the Seahawks just locked up JSN to a record-breaking megadeal that makes him the highest-paid wide receiver in the league. That deal is done, the cap dust is settling from free agency, and now Mike Macdonald and Brian Fleury have a clearer picture of what this offense can actually look like. With Smith-Njigba locked in alongside Rashid Shaheed and Cooper Kupp, the pass catchers are set. But here's the thing: you can't win in this league without a dominant run game to complement all that receiving talent.
Why Coleman Makes Sense Right Now
Coleman is a local product from the University of Washington, so there's built-in familiarity with how he plays in the Pac-12. Sikkema's analysis suggests Coleman has what it takes to step in and contribute at the NFL level. With the receiving room locked down after the JSN extension, the draft focus needs to shift toward the offensive line, defense, and yes, finding a guy who can shoulder the load in the backfield.
The Draft Imperative
Here's where it gets serious: PFF's Trevor Sikkema emphasized that with JSN's massive deal done, it's even more critical for the Seahawks to absolutely nail their draft picks. You can't justify spending that kind of money on one receiver if the supporting cast isn't solid. Coleman could be that piece that makes the whole thing work together. Next month's draft is going to be huge for this team, and Coleman deserves a real look.
The Seahawks have the pieces for something special offensively. Now they need to find the right complements to make it click.
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