Seattle Seahawks 2007 NFL Draft Review
(Sports Network) -2 - Josh Wilson, CB, Maryland (5-9, 188); 3 - Brandon Mebane, DT, Cal (6-1, 305); 4 - Baraka Atkins, DE, Miami-Florida (6-4, 308); 4 - Mansfield Wrotto, G, Georgia Tech (6-3, 316); 5 - Will Herring, LB/FS, Auburn (6-3, 226); 6 - Courtney Taylor, WR, Auburn (6-2, 204); 6 - Jordan Kent, WR, Oregon (6-4, 217); 7 - Steve Vallos, OL, Wake Forest (6-3, 297) Analysis: Undersized corners have been part of the problem in the Seattle secondary in recent years, which means the selection of the speedy but diminutive Wilson is a curious one. Tough to envision Wilson matching up with NFC West wideouts like Larry Fitzgerald or Drew Bennett, though he can certainly run with them. Elsewhere, Mebane was one of the top DT talents available, and could thrive while playing alongside ends Julian Peterson and Patrick Kerney. Wrotto can play guard or tackle, and will add immediate depth to a line that needs it. Also positive was the selection of Taylor, who some expected to go on the first day, and the basketball-bred Kent is an intriguing physical specimen as well. Seattle's big reach was for Herring, who doesn't have a natural position in the NFL, and it could also be difficult for the team to find a role for Atkins in light of the team's pass rushing depth. Bottom Line: Doesn't look like there are any major scores here, but neither are there any unmitigated disasters. Grade: B-
Copyright 2007 Courtesy of The Sports Network.






