2020 NFL Draft: 5 players Seahawks could take in Round 1

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 14: Seattle Seahawks Head Coach, Pete Carroll speaks to Russell Wilson of Seattle Seahawks during the NFL International series match between Seattle Seahawks and Oakland Raiders at Wembley Stadium on October 14, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images) /

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ANNAPOLIS, MD – OCTOBER 20: Josh Jones #74 of the Houston Cougars in position during a college football game against the Navy Midshipmen at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium on October 20, 2018 in Annapolis, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) /

4. Josh Jones

Duane Brown can’t protect Russell Wilson’s blind side forever. That’s why this could be the year when the Seahawks invest a first round pick in his long-term replacement.

Jones is one of a number of tackle prospects who should go sometime in the late first, or early second round. The downside on taking him in Round 1 is that he’s not ready to play meaningful snaps right away. His footwork will require significant work at the NFL level.

The upside is definitely there to make Jones a quality starter at left tackle though. His ability to move in the open field is exceptional for a player with his size. That makes him a particularly intriguing fit for a run heavy offense like the Seahawks.

No. 27 might be a little too early to take Jones, but if he blossoms into a quality starter at left tackle it will provide Seattle with excellent value. At worst, he can upgrade Carroll’s options at swing tackle in the short-term. He’s worthy of close attention at the very least.

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