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The Seattle Seahawks traded into the fifth round of the 2026 NFL Draft, selecting Iowa guard Beau Stephens with the 148th overall pick. They sacrificed a 2027 fourth-round pick to secure him, aiming to strengthen their offensive line.
Stephens was a first-team All-American guard in his final year at Iowa. He can play at either guard position, but realistically heād be a right guard in Seattle. This is very relevant to the future of Anthony Bradford, whose contract expires after 2026. Stephens was brought in on a 30 visit by the Seahawks and he obviously impressed enough for them to sacrifice a 2027 pick to get him in the fifth. Given Iowa runs a zone blocking scheme, thatās a big benefit transitioning into the NFL and specifically to the Seahawks. Hereās The Athletic draft analyst Dane Bruglerās write-up:
The Seahawks traded for Beau Stephens to enhance their offensive line, particularly as he fits well in their zone-blocking scheme.
Beau Stephens is expected to play as a right guard for the Seahawks.
The Seahawks sacrificed a fourth-round pick in the 2027 NFL Draft to acquire the 148th overall selection.
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A three-year starter at Iowa, Stephens lined up at left guard in offensive coordinator Tim Lesterās zone-blocking scheme. After struggling and losing his starting job as an underclassman, he fought through that adversity, got healthy and developed into an All-Big Ten player as a senior. He didnāt allow a sack over the past three seasons and helped the Hawkeyes earn the 2025 Joe Moore Award as the nationās top offensive line.
Stephens embraces the physicality of the position and delivers pop at contact in all phases. In the run game, he can generate movement blocking down and has a feel for how lanes develop. His stubborn hands help him sustain, but his edges leak and marginal body control makes it tough for him to get out of compromised positions. Stephens looks to be a great fit for the Seahawks offensive line.