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Seahawks select Kansas WR Emmanuel Henderson Jr. at No. 199
TL;DR
The Seattle Seahawks selected wide receiver Emmanuel Henderson Jr. from Kansas with the No. 199 pick in the 2026 NFL draft. Henderson, a versatile player with special teams experience, previously played for Alabama before transferring to Kansas.
Key points
- Seattle Seahawks selected Emmanuel Henderson Jr. at No. 199
- Henderson is a versatile wide receiver with special teams experience
- He previously played for Alabama before transferring to Kansas
NFL Draft 2026Seattle SeahawksKansas JayhawksAlabama Crimson Tide
The Seattle Seahawks made their first pick in the sixth round of the 2026 NFL draft, and they added another pass catcher/special teamer. With the No. 199 overall pick in the draft, the Seahawks selected wide receiver Emmanuel Henderson Jr. from Kansas.
This was the result of the trade they made with the New York Jets, trading back from No. 188 overall. Here is what Henderson's official draft profile has to say about the former Jayhawks standout:
Henderson is a slender inside/outside receiver. He has good speed and disguises route intentions but will need work getting his feet/tempo right as a route-runner. He’s a former running back with below-average hands but real potential after the catch. You won’t see many who return kicks and cover punts in the same game, but Henderson can handle both duties. His special-teams versatility and athletic upside give him a chance to make a roster as a WR5/6 and full-time gunner.
Henderson spent the first three years of his collegiate career with the Alabama Crimson Tide before transferring to Kansas. In his lone season for the Jayhawks, he hauled in 45 receptions for 766 yards and five touchdowns.
This article originally appeared on Seahawks Wire: 2026 NFL draft: Seahawks select Kansas WR Emmanuel Henderson Jr.
Q&A
What are Emmanuel Henderson Jr.'s stats from his season at Kansas?
In his only season at Kansas, Emmanuel Henderson Jr. recorded 45 receptions for 766 yards and five touchdowns.
Why did the Seahawks trade back to select Henderson at No. 199?
The Seahawks traded back from No. 188 overall to acquire additional picks and selected Henderson to enhance their receiving corps and special teams.
What position does Emmanuel Henderson Jr. play?
Emmanuel Henderson Jr. is a wide receiver who can also contribute as a special teams player.