The Seattle Seahawks are projected to select Missouri defensive end Zion Young with the No. 32 pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, prioritizing an edge rusher. Young is noted for his rugged playing style, making him a strong fit for the team's defensive strategy.
The Seattle Seahawks will have the opportunity to further distinguish themselves as the preeminent team in the league in the 2026 NFL Draft.
The Seahawks own the No. 32 overall pick in this yearâs draft, which will allow the rich to get richer, even after Seattle watches 31 of the best prospects get taken before they go on the board for the first time on April 23.
According to Yahoo Sportsâ Nate Tice as well as Charles McDonald, the Seahawks prioritize an edge rusher over a right guard or cornerback by going with Missouri defensive end Zion Young at No. 32 overall.
âMike Macdonald loves his rugged edges and he loves to have loads of them to throw at offenses,â the Yahoo Sports reporters said. âHello, Zion Young, whose heavy hands and pocket pushing ways make him a clean fit with the Seahawks, a figurative term here because Young loves to dirty it up.â
Youngâs experience as a senior at Missouri was reflected in his play in 2025. The Georgia native recorded 6.5 sacks as well as 16.5 tackles for loss last season. Young is regarded as one of the best edge rushers projected to go late in the first round of the draft.
The Seahawks will have the chance to find a replacement for Boye Mafe on the edge in the draft. The No. 32 overall pick will afford them the opportunity to tackle the position swiftly, with Young being a viable candidate to accomplish that.
This article originally appeared on Seahawks Wire: 2026 NFL draft: Seahawks take âruggedâ DE at No. 32 in CBS mock draft
Zion Young is a defensive end from Missouri known for his rugged playing style and ability to disrupt offenses, making him an ideal fit for the Seahawks' defensive strategy.
The Seahawks will prioritize selecting an edge rusher in the 2026 NFL Draft, specifically targeting defensive end Zion Young with their No. 32 overall pick.
The 2026 NFL Draft is scheduled for April 23, 2026.
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