New Seahawks Mock Draft Expert Roundup for 1st-Round Pick

The reigning Super Bowl champions will have a few holes to address after seeing key players depart in free agency. That comes with the territory of being the best team in the NFL.

Based on their recent draft success, the Seattle Seahawks will be ready to continue selecting difference-making prospects.

Ahead of the first round of the draft on April 23, here's a look at what experts are projecting the Seahawks will do with the No. 32 pick:

Expert: B/R NFL Scouting Department (3/31)

Selection (No. 32): CB Chris Johnson, San Diego State

Super Bowl champions tend to be ravaged the following offseason. Pending free agents look to maximize their value after experiencing the highest form of NFL success, and other franchises want a piece of a top-notch roster.

The Seahawks are no different. Running back Kenneth Walker III, edge-defender Boye Mafe, cornerback Riq Woolen and safety Coby Bryant left in free agency.

While Seattle still has a strong remaining core, general manager John Schneider can add multiple different pieces. However, the Seahawks own only four draft picks, so they need to identify and prioritize specific target areas. The secondary is an obvious unit to address. 

"Josh Jobe played well for Seattle last season," B/R scout Daniel Harms said, "but Chris Johnson's addition can keep an extremely talented secondary near the top of the NFL since the San Diego State product is a technician at corner, tackles well and can play a variety of coverages on the boundary.

"Johnson's pre-draft process has been excellent. His work ethic, paired with his natural talent, should be an attractive asset for head coach Mike Macdonald, whose defense thrives on executing complex disguises and various looks."

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Expert: Mel Kiper Jr., ESPN (3/17)

Selection (No. 32): CB Colton Hood, Tennessee

Expert: Field Yates, ESPN (3/24)

Selection (No. 32): CB Avieon Terrell, Clemson

Expert: Matt Miller, ESPN (3/30)

Selection (No. 32): Edge Keldric Faulk, Auburn

Expert: Lance Zierlein, NFL.com (3/31)

Selection (No. 32): RB Jadarian Price, Notre Dame

Expert: Daniel Jeremiah, NFL.com (3/17)

Selection (No. 32): RB Jadarian Price, Notre Dame

Expert: Dane Brugler, The Athletic (3/4)

Selection (No. 32): CB Brandon Cisse, South Carolina

Expert: Danny Kelly, The Ringer (3/4)

Selection (No. 32): CB Avieon Terrell, Clemson

Summary

For all his frustrating penalties and coverage miscues, Woolen was a valuable part of head coach Mike Macdonald's defense. His man-coverage ability will be missed, making his replacement a massive priority. Selecting that cornerback or a running back to take over for Walker will likely be the Seahawks' first-round focus.