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2017 NFL Draft Grades: Seattle Seahawks Day 2 Picks

By Jimmy Long

Oct 29, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive lineman Malik McDowell (4) gestures to the sidelines during the first half of a game against the Michigan Wolverines at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 29, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive lineman Malik McDowell (4) gestures to the sidelines during the first half of a game against the Michigan Wolverines at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 29, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive lineman Malik McDowell (4) gestures to the sidelines during the first half of a game against the Michigan Wolverines at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 29, 2016; East Lansing, MI, USA; Michigan State Spartans defensive lineman Malik McDowell (4) gestures to the sidelines during the first half of a game against the Michigan Wolverines at Spartan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike Carter-USA TODAY Sports /

The Seattle Seahawks made several trades leading up to their first selection in the draft. How did they do with their extra picks?

The Seattle Seahawks traded away their firstround pick to the Atlanta Falcons in exchange for their first- and third-round choices. Then they turned around and dealt their newly acquired first-round pick to the 49ers, moving down three spots and picking up an extra fourth-round selection.

They weren’t done there. The Jaguars hopped on the phone and swapped picks with Seattle in exchange for their sixth rounder.

So, when Seattle finally went on the clock in the second round at No. 35 overall, they made waves.

Round 2, Pick 3: Malik McDowell, DT – Michigan St.

A+. . DT. Michigan State. MALIK MCDOWELL

This was hands down one of the best picks of the draft. McDowell is a player with top-five skills. He slid into the second round because some teams are concerned about his effort. When Michigan State was behind, he had a tendency to shut down.

Regardless, McDowell should be able to step into the Seahawks defensive line and contribute immediately. Furthermore, Pete Carroll should be able to fix any effort issues that McDowell may have. Overall, this was a true value pick. And that’s something the Seahawks have been getting a lot of in this draft.

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