Breakdown of the future prospects for the Seahawks 2010 Draft Class

With another minicamp in full swing, the 12th man is already buzzing about the upcoming season, despite it still being four months away. This optimism has been helped by the recent draft, as the Seahawks organization looks to banish the nightmare of the previous two campaigns.

As such, we take a closer look at each of the team's 2010 draft picks. In particular, we consider the chances of making an impact for the team, together with their long-term prospects in the NFL.

Russell Okung: Round 1 (6)

OT from Oklahoma State: 6'5", 307 lbs

Despite being picked after Trent Williams, many feel that Okung is the better left tackle. This guy lives and breathes football. As Alex Gibbs said, “He’s nasty, and football is his life."

Heir apparent at left tackle to the recently retired Walter Jones. Okung is a sound technician with outstanding feet and hands, who should help Matt Hasselbeck feel safer about his blindside protection.

Odds of starting in 2010: Virtual lock.

Biggest competition: Himself.

Will he make the team: Yes.

Long-term prospects: Rock of the offensive line for the next decade.

Earl Thomas: Round 1 (14)

S from Texas: 5'10", 208 lbs

Interesting pick over Taylor Mays, who played four years for Pete Carroll at USC. An instinctive safety with exceptional range and awareness, he is a talented playmaker who will help the team immediately.

Cover skills and previous experience of man-to-man means he can also play corner if required.

Odds of starting in 2010: Extremely high.

Biggest competition: Lawyer Milloy, purely because of his experience.

Will he make the team: Yes.

Long-term prospects: Defensive leader of the secondary.

Golden Tate: Round 2 (60)

WR from Notre Dame: 5'10", 199 lbs

Considered by many to be the best value of day two, Tate’s height appears to be the only negative. He helps make up for the departure of Nate Burleson.

Big play receiver for Notre Dame with two 1,000-yard seasons, Tate doubles as a return man on special teams. Outstanding running skills help make him a special talent.

Odds of starting in 2010: Won't start but excellent chance of No. 3 slot.

Biggest competition: Deion Branch.

Will he make the team: Yes.

Long-term prospects: Definite No. 3 with the potential to push for a starting spot.

Walter Thurmund: Round 4 (111)

CB from Oregon: 5'11", 189 lbs

The Seahawks again got value with the selection of Thurmund, who had third round potential. Talented cover man but recovering from a knee injury, he expects to be ready for training camp at the end of July.

Thurmund can also return punts and kicks. He has good read and react skills. Quick feet, with footwork and speed to fit any defensive scheme, but sometimes relies too much on his athleticism in coverage.

Odds of starting in 2010: Too soon, but will feature often in nickel packages.

Biggest competition: Kelly Jennings and Roy Lewis.

Will he make the team: Yes, pending a full recovery from his knee injury.

Long-term prospects: Potential starter, with experience.

E.J. Wilson: Round 4 (127)

DE from North Carolina: 6'4", 286 lbs

Despite not getting much publicity, scouts were excited about Wilson’s potential throughout the pre-draft process. A talented end with good overall skills and size to add to the line.

A three-year starter at North Carolina, he is a power rusher with excellent upper and lower body strength.

Odds of starting in 2010: None, but can become a key component of the rotation.

Biggest competition: Robert Henderson.

Will he make the team: Yes.

Long-term prospects: Will add excellent depth to any defensive line.

Kam Chancellor: Round 5 (133)

S from Virginia Tech: 6'3", 231 lbs

A big, athletic safety, Chancellor’s combines speed and size perfectly. Despite playing FS, he is expected to be a SS in Seattle.

A versatile athlete, who is aggressive in run support, Chancellor accelerates smoothly with good closing speed.

Odds of starting in 2010: Low, but good chance of becoming prime backup to Jordan Babineaux.

Biggest competition: Jamar Adams.

Will he make the team: Better than 50 percent chance.

Long-term prospects: Solid pro who will always find a home somewhere in the league.

Anthony McCoy: Round 6 (185)

TE from Southern Cal: 6'4", 259 lbs

McCoy actually had a third-round grade prior to off-field issues. As such, not much of a risk in round six for a player Carroll knows well from their days together at USC.

An athletic player with soft hands who can be a good short-range target. However, he will make the biggest impact with his impressive blocking skills.

Odds of starting in 2010: Virtually non-existent but should secure No. 3 spot.

Biggest competition: Cameron Morrah.

Will he make the team: Yes, as long as he overcomes his personal issues.

Long-term prospects: Can become a No. 2 tight end, again as long as he keeps his life in order.

Dexter Davis: Round 7 (236)

DE from Arizona State: 6'1", 244 lbs

Davis was an important and necessary selection with the loss of Corey Redding and retirement of Patrick Kerney.

Davis is explosive off the line (his best asset) and has good speed. However, a lack of size/bulk means he will have to settle for being a third-down specialist.

Odds of starting in 2010: Non-existent, but decent chance of making the team due to Seahawks lack of depth of the defensive line.

Biggest competition: Nick Reed.

Will he make the team: 50/50.

Long-term prospects: Will struggle to make an impact in the NFL

Jameson Konz: Round 7 (245)

WR from Kent State: 6'3", 227 lbs.

Konz grabbed the scouts’ attention in the build-up to the draft with one of the best pro-day workouts in the 2010 draft class. Is a superior athlete, but he has to show desire and discipline if he hopes to make the Seahawks roster.

Has the potential with good downfield speed and quickness. Konz can make the difficult catches but is just as likely to drop the easy ones.

Odds of starting in 2010: Non-existent. Will struggle to make the team.

Biggest competition: Mike Williams, Mike Hass, Ruvell Martin, Reggie Williams. You get the idea...

Will he make the team: No.

Long-term prospects: Needs to put the hard work in if he is going to have any chance of making it in the NFL.