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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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Nov 19, 2016; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers guard Josh Boutte (76) and center Ethan Pocic (77) and quarterback Danny Etling (16) in action during the game against the Florida Gators at Tiger Stadium. The Gators defeat the Tigers 16-10. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 19, 2016; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers guard Josh Boutte (76) and center Ethan Pocic (77) and quarterback Danny Etling (16) in action during the game against the Florida Gators at Tiger Stadium. The Gators defeat the Tigers 16-10. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports /

Pick No. 58: Ethan Pocic, C – LSU

The Seattle Seahawks chose not to address their top need with their first selection, but they didn’t wait long to grab an offensive lineman. Let’s get straight to the grade.

C. LSU. ETHAN POCIC. B+.

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Pocic mainly played center during his time at LSU, but the Seahawks had him announced as an offensive tackle — so we’ll see where they line him up. However, one of the biggest pluses about Pocic is his versatility. He’s a trug plug and play offensive lineman, and Seattle will be able to play him anywhere on their line.

Throw in the fact that Pocic fills a huge need for the Seattle Seahawks and you have the makings of an excellent pick. I’m knocking them to a B+ because this was a bit of a reach. It’s clear that Seattle wanted an offensive lineman, so they maybe passed on some more talented players.

However, with the amount of picks the Seahawks have acquired, reaching here isn’t terrible. Dane Brugler rated him as a third-round player in his draft guide, and Seattle took him at the end of the second. Pocic should go on to be an instant starter in Seattle, giving them an impact player that can help protect Russel Wilson. The Seahawks continue to add talent in the right places.

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