2012 NFL Offseason: Seattle Seahawks
Draft Grades, Season Previews, Offseason Needs, Free Agents
Seattle Seahawks (Last Year: 7-9)
2012 NFL Draft Grade: D
Goals Entering the 2012 NFL Draft: Seattle filled its need at quarterback by signing Matt Flynn, so the front office can now concentrate on upgrading the front seven. The pass rush is lacking, while the linebacking corps is in shambles. The Seahawks can fix both areas in the first two rounds because there will be prospects at those positions available at both selections.
2012 NFL Draft Accomplishments: Bruce Irvin is a one-trick pony who has speed to rush to the passer off the edge. Except he doesn't do this trick very well because Big East tackles constantly tossed him aside like a rag doll. I figured that Irvin would be a second- or a third-round selection because of his upside; if he could put on weight and maintain his quickness, he could perhaps turn into a poor-man's Elvis Dumervil.
But then Irvin was arrested for defacing public property. And then it was revealed that he dropped out of high school and committed robbery a few years ago. Irvin is clearly a recidivist, and that's why I mocked him in the fifth or sixth rounds a couple of weeks ago. I figured some team that didn't care about character issues would take a chance on him.
Irvin is one of the worst draft picks of all time, but Seattle's stupidity didn't end there. They moved down in the second round and lost out on Mychal Kendricks as a result. There were also numerous reaches on Day 3. The receiver position was not addressed, so Flynn won't have anyone to throw to once Sidney Rice suffers his annual injury.
I can't make fun of the Raiders anymore because Al Davis passed away, but I'm glad to see that the Seahawks have quickly stepped in. Per very reliable sources in the underworld, Bazuzu, a dark spirit obsessed with 40 times, has moved on from Davis to possess Pete Carroll. That is why Carroll believes Irvin is a "great playa."
2012 NFL Draft Individual Grades:
15. Bruce Irvin, DE/OLB, West Virginia: MATT MILLEN LSD-LACED KIELBASA ORGY WITH 200 USDA MEN Grade
Wow!!! What the hell are the Seahawks doing? You pick one-trick ponies in the third or fourth round. And you pick one-trick ponies who get arrested for robbery and defacing public property in the sixth or seventh round. Did Seattle write the wrong name down on the card? If they did mean to pick him, did they even watch him on tape? He's an athlete playing football. This is one of the worst draft picks of all time.
47. Bobby Wagner, OLB, Utah State: B- Grade
What's funny is that the Seahawks could have chosen Bobby Wagner at No. 15 and Bruce Irvin at No. 47, and it would have made more sense. Wagner is an OK selection. He's a bit of a reach, but my major issue that Seattle missed out on Mychal Kendricks by trading down for just two late picks.
74. Russell Wilson, QB, Wisconsin: B Grade
I can almost hear Bazuzu eminating from Pete Carroll: "Russell... Wilson... is a... great... playa..." I like Wilson because he's a winner and a great leader. He's almost like Doug Flutie in that he can play quarterback well despite being severely undersized. I'm kind of shocked the Seahawks chose him because I thought they really liked Josh Portis as a developmental signal-caller, but Wilson can be groomed into a potential starter if Matt Flynn flops.
106. Robert Turbin, RB, Utah State: A Grade
The Seahawks needed running back depth behind Marshawn Lynch, so they were expected to take a player at this position here. Robert Turbin provides some nice value; he was projected by some to go in the third round.
114. Jaye Howard, DT, Florida: B Grade
Seattle had to find depth at defensive tackle; the front office made a nice signing in Jason Jones this offseason, but it was only able to lock him for one year. If Jones walks, the Seahawks will need alternative options. Howard fits the range in the middle of Round 4.
154. Korey Toomer, ILB, Idaho: C Grade
It's hardly a surprise that the Seahawks spent a second draft pick on a linebacker, but Korey Toomer is a reach in the middle of Round 5. But I don't think Bazuzu/Pete Carroll cares about reaches at this point.
172. Jeremy Lane, CB, Northwestern State: C Grade
Seattle had to find some cornerback depth, so this pick makes sense. Jeremy Lane might be a slight reach at this juncture, but no one in Seattle has ever heard of the R-word.
181. Winston Guy, S, Kentucky: C Grade
We've established that Bazuzu's Seahawks have a radically different board than everyone else, so I'm not going to use the R-word. Winston Guy does fill a need for safety depth though.
225. J.R. Sweezy, DT, N.C. State: C+ Grade
Another defensive tackle? There were better players at the position available if the Seahawks wanted one.
232. Greg Scruggs, DT, Louisville: C Grade
Another defensive tackle? Wait, didn't I just type that? Greg Scruggs was not a priority UDFA projection, so this is a r- never mind.
*** 2012 NFL OFFSEASON NEEDS BELOW COMMENT BOARD ***
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JOHNNY
05-23-2012
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3 QBS 3 RBS 2 TES 6 WRS THIS IS GOING TO BE FUN TO WATCH. PETE,THROW THE PLAYBOOK AT THEM & WATCH THE OTHER TEAMS SWEAT. SUPERBOWL HERE WE COME
Acehole
05-21-2012
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Rather amusing that this website had Irvin going in the first round to Houston in their very own mock draft...then, once Irvin is picked in the first round, they can't find any reason as to why he would have been drafted before the bottom half of the second round. Typical Seattle Seahawk bashing for no apparent reason.
David
05-21-2012
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Matt Millen grading drafts...classic.
GreekG
05-19-2012
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Speaking of Coach Pete Carrol -- when will he figure out that to build a team you eventually have to stop churning the roster and let folks play together as a team.
Brandon
05-17-2012
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It's so funny how people think they're "Experts" yet here you are writing "Post Draft Grades" on WalterFootball.com ... So next time you make fun of Pete, just remember that you are writing Post Draft Grades while Pete is making $5M a year in the NFL.
James
05-10-2012
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Regarding Seattle's draft picks, you are of course entitled to your opinion. The problem is your opinion isn't worth a pile of crap and is WAY off base.
In the future, I will be sure to only go to web sites written by football folks that know what the hell they are talking about. Walterfootball.com is NOT one of those sites and never will be. I have now removed your website from my favorites and I will encourage ALL of the people I know to do the same. I hope in the next few weeks the number of hits on your site decreases down to where it belongs. ONE.
Doog
05-09-2012
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I can tell you really don't do any serious research you'd rather just blindly toss around $20 words such as recidivist w/o learning about the kid.
RE: Dead on toliet
05-08-2012
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You obviously did not watch the late holmgren and mora years where the hawks got beat down. Carroll has at the very least made the hawks play hard and has put a competitive team out there.
Gerrit
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John Schneider not only drafted Russel Okung and Earl Thomas in the first round, he also found late-round gems like Pro Bowler Kam Chancellor, starting LB KJ Wright and starting CB Richard Sherman. He also signed UDFAs like starting CB Brandon Browner and WR Doug Baldwin. I think I'll give the Seahawks a benefit of the doubt before I call one of Schneider's first round picks the worst ever. Walt knows Schneider is the GM of this team, right? Will we have to wait on or two years for the "eat crow"
ElBubba
05-07-2012
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Hey everyone! If you don't feel the way that "DeadOnToilet" does about the Seahawks, then you're not a true fan!
Get used to it. He/She is the "be-all, end-all" of Seahawks fans.
DeadOnToilet
05-05-2012
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I love all the Carroll apologists posting here under the guise of being Seahawks fans. If you were a real Seahawks fan, you'd be calling for Carroll's head. This team will not be successful until he's gone.
So says a Seahawks season ticket holder and 36 year fan.
T-Man
05-04-2012
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"Did Seattle write the wrong name down on the card? If they did mean to pick him, did they even watch him on tape? He's an athlete playing football. This is one of the worst draft picks of all time."
Can't wait for you to eat some crow after making statements like this.
ElBubba
05-04-2012
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I give this article a "F" grade.
Just because the Seahawks have their own big board that doesn't jive with what someone else has doesn't mean it was a bad draft. There's no way to truly know that Irvin would have been available later. You are like just about every other sports writer. Even if the Seahawks managed to somehow trade up to #1 and drafted Andrew Luck you'd find some reason to bash them for it.
CANHawk
05-04-2012
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Looks like my friends finally showed up to tell Walter how stupid he is. `Bout time guys!
ElBubba
05-04-2012
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Oh noez! You don't like the Seahawks' draft! Not like you're really a fan of the Seahawks anyway...
Just because some people have players slotted somewhere doesn't mean that all teams have them at the same spot. There's a reason that the so-called "experts" aren't working for NFL team. Does anyone remember the smoke being blown up the ass of JaMarcus Russell? |
Season Summary:
The most entertaining aspect of the Seahawks' forgettable season were all the posts from Migelini about Tarvis Jackson, Marcel Runny Guy, Sid, Taptua and Coach Carrull. Oh, and the Skittles. You've gotta love the Skittles.
Offseason Moves:
Offseason Needs:
- Quarterback: Tarvaris Jackson wasn't terrible last season, but he'll never lead a team deep into the playoffs because he makes too many mistakes. If the Seahawks can't trade up for Robert Griffin, I don't know how they'll fix this problem. Signed Matt Flynn; drafted Russell Wilson
- Right Defensive End: The Seahawks had only one player (Chris Clemons) who could pressure the quarterback last year. Raheem Brock's production really fell off. Making matters worse, Clemons will be a 31-year-old free agent next March. Drafted Bruce Irvin
- Guard: Robert Gallery was brought to Seattle because of offensive line coach Tom Cable, but the former Raider struggled in his new home. Signed Frank Omiyale and Deuce Lutui
- Defensive Tackle: More pass-rushing help needs to come from the interior of the defensive line. Signed Jason Jones; drafted Jaye Howard
- Two Linebackers: Leroy Hill and David Hawthrone are skilled linebackers who will be hitting the market in March. They must be retained. Drafted Bobby Wagner; signed Barrett Ruud; re-signed Matt McCoy and Leroy Hill
- Left Defensive End: Red Bryant is so instrumental in Seattle's ability to stop the run. He's a free agent who must be brought back. Re-signed Red Bryant
- Cornerback: Marcus Trufant is gone. The Seahawks will need a new starting cornerback across from Richard Sherman, who had an exceptional rookie campaign. Brandon Browner played well at times, but committed way too many penalties. Re-signed Marcus Trufant
- Running Back: Marshawn Lynch is a free agent. The Seahawks are expected to franchise him. Even if they do, they'll need to find some depth. Re-signed Marshawn Lynch; drafted Robert Turbin; signed Kregg Lumpkin
2012 NFL Free Agent Signings:
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Matt Flynn, QB, Packers. Age: 27. 
Signed with Seahawks (3 years, $26 million; $10 million guaranteed)
When Matt Flynn threw for 480 yards in a Week 17 win over the Lions, he passed for more yardage than any Packer quarterback in a single game. There's a limited sample size, but the potential is clearly there. Flynn will be a starter somewhere next season. It's also worth noting that Charley Casserly, the man who spent early picks on David Carr and Dave Ragone, doesn't think too highly of Flynn. This could very well mean that Flynn has Pro Bowl potential.
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Jason Jones, DT, Titans. Age: 26.
Signed with Seahawks (1 year)
Jason Jones thrived as a defensive tackle in a wide-nine scheme prior to this season. He was moved to defensive end in 2011 and consequently struggled. Jones needs to go to Detroit, Philadelphia or St. Louis this spring.
- Kregg Lumpkin, RB, Buccaneers. Age: 28. -- Signed with Seahawks
- Barrett Ruud, ILB, Titans. Age: 29. -- Signed with Seahawks (1 year)
- Deuce Lutui, G, Cardinals. Age: 29. -- Signed with Seahawks
Seattle Seahawks Free Agents:
Salary Cap: TBA.
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David Hawthorne, ILB, Seahawks. Age: 27.
Signed with Saints (5 years)
David Hawthorne is one of the better inside linebackers in the NFL. He had a nagging knee injury that plagued him throughout 2011, but he still performed on a really high level.
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Marshawn Lynch, RB, Seahawks. Age: 26.
Re-signed with Seahawks (4 years, $32 million; $18 million guaranteed)
Marshawn Lynch is a tough one to rank. Based on what he did this year, he deserves 4.5 stars, but his lacking effort for most of 2010 and prior is alarming. Will he slack off after receiving a new contract like Chris Johnson, or will he continue to terrorize defenses with his punishing running ability? Caveat emptor, Seahawks.
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Red Bryant, DE/DT, Seahawks. Age: 28.
Re-signed with Seahawks (5 years, $35 million; $14.5 million guaranteed)
Red Bryant is a powerful run-stuffer who can play in both the 4-3 and 3-4.
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Leroy Hill, OLB, Seahawks. Age: 29.
Re-signed with Seahawks (1 year)
Leroy Hill, bastard of Lannisport, is a three-down weakside linebacker with no liabilities, save for health. He was always injury-prone, but made it through unscathed in 2011. He'll be 30 on Sept. 14.
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Steven Hauschka (RFA), K, Seahawks. Age: 27.
Re-signed with Seahawks (1 year, $1.26 million)
Steven Hauschka was a surprising 25-of-30 in 2011. Let's see if he can have another solid year.
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Marcus Trufant, CB, Seahawks. Age: 31.
Re-signed with Seahawks (1 year)
Marcus Trufant, who just turned 31 on Christmas, has some back issues that really affected his play last year. He really struggled and may never be the same again.
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John Carlson, TE, Seahawks. Age: 28.
Signed with Vikings (5 years, $25 million; $11 million guaranteed)
How is John Carlson 28 already? The former Notre Dame tight end missed all of 2011 with a shoulder injury, and it's safe to wonder if he'll ever reach his potential.
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Lofa Tatupu, ILB, Seahawks. Age: 29.
Signed with Falcons (2 years, $5.75 million)
Lofa Tatupu (or Taptua) oddly received no interest in 2011. Maybe a year off was what he needed to recover from all of his injuries.
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Robert Gallery, G, Seahawks. Age: 32.
Signed with Patriots
Robert Gallery used to be a very good guard, but various injuries have derailed his career. He could get healthy again, but then again, I could win the lottery tomorrow.
- Tony Hargrove, DT, Seahawks. Age: 29. -- Signed with Packers
- Breno Giacomini, OT, Seahawks. Age: 26. -- Re-signed with Seahawks (2 years, $6 million; $1.5 million signing bonus)
- Justin Forsett, RB, Seahawks. Age: 26.
- Michael Robinson, FB, Seahawks. Age: 29. -- Re-signed with Seahawks
- Raheem Brock, DE, Seahawks. Age: 34.
- Atari Bigby, SS, Seahawks. Age: 30. -- Signed with Chargers (2 years)
- Roy Lewis, CB, Seahawks. Age: 27. -- Re-signed with Seahawks (1 year)
- David Vobora, OLB, Seahawks. Age: 26.
- Matt McCoy, ILB, Seahawks. Age: 29. -- Re-signed with Seahawks (1 year)
- Jimmy Wilkerson, DE, Seahawks. Age: 31.
- Charlie "Whithart" Whitehurst, QB, Seahawks. Age: 30. -- Signed with Chargers
2012 NFL Free Agent Rankings Coming Soon
Divisional Rival History:
Arizona Cardinals: Arizona won six of seven prior to the 2010 season. Kurt Warner's absence hurt, as the Seahawks have won three of the past four this series. 
San Francisco 49ers: The Seahawks and 49ers split the season series the three years prior to 2011. San Francisco swept last year. 
St. Louis Rams: The Seahawks have won all but one of the 14 matchups after the Rams knocked them out of the playoffs in 2004.
Features to be Posted This Offseason:
- 2012 NFL Draft Grades (Pick-by-Pick NFL Draft Grades as well - Live on Draft Day!)
- Detailed season preview
- Fantasy football projections
- Positional rankings
- Daily updates on free-agent signings
2012 NFL Offseason Pages
2012 Fantasy Football Rankings - May 25
2013 NFL Mock Draft - May 22
Charlie's 2013 NFL Mock Draft - May 21
2012 NBA Mock Draft - May 19
2013 NBA Mock Draft - May 7
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