Seattle Seahawks: 5 Players to watch on offense in 2018

Ed Dickson, TE

After the departure of Seahawks’ top tight end, Jimmy Graham, Seattle decided to sign Ed Dickson as a veteran replacement. Dickson was selected in the third round of the 2010 NFL Draft by the Baltimore Ravens, and spent three years in Baltimore as a complimentary player. Dickson came into the league with a big body and plenty of athleticism, but it did not translate into a great receiver.

His career high in catches came in 2011 when he hauled in 54 pasess for the Ravens. While 54 catches is solid, it came with a 9.4 yard per catch, so he failed to do much with them. Since 2011, he has failed to catch more than 30 passes in a season. He most recently spent last season in Carolina, where he caught just 30 passes despite starting 12 games.

While Dickson may have not panned out as the receiving threat many thought he would be, he made a living as a very solid blocker. This is a huge asset for the Seahawks to have, as they have had some of the worst offensive line play in the past few years. Dickson also stands at 6-4 and can be a useful player in the red zone.

While Dickson may not replace Graham on his own, he can be a very useful player for the Seahawks on offense.