One scenario that we haven't thought about - but probably should - is Seattle's front office throwing a total curve ball and picking somebody who isn't even on our radar.

The Seahawks take their Geno Smith replacement in Round 1 by drafting Alabama QB Jalen Milroe in a Fox Sports 2025 NFL mock draft.

James is the clear choice for the bottom the list. The sixth-round cornerback out of Auburn was the only draft pick who did not make 53-man roster and was released at the end of the preseason. He was signed to the New England Patriots’ practice squad Sept. 16 and did not appear in a game this season.

That said, it's not difficult for even the most casual of NFL fans to point out what the team's greatest roster need is going into the 2025 offseason.

Back in 2017, the Chiefs traded up for Patrick Mahomes, nabbing their quarterback of the future. Is there a candidate for the Seahawks to similarly draft in 2025?

The Seattle Seahawks own the No. 18 overall selection in the 2025 NFL Draft. General manager John Schneider possesses several pathways with that pick. Schneider could draft an offensive player, particularly a linemen, trade down, or select another defensive contributor.