Smith is also past his physical prime, so it will be prudent to at least search for a potential replacement some day down the line.

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 have a pivotal NFL Draft coming up and they should already have their eye on a few top prospects.

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.

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.

The Seattle Seahawks pick 18th in the 2025 NFL Draft, meaning they are likely 15 to 16 spots away from getting one of the two first-round quarterbacks (Miami’s Cam Ward or Colorado’s Shedeur Sanders).

Of the notable former Los Angeles Chargers news making the rounds right now, the Seattle Seahawks might’ve made some of the most interesting buzz. There, the Seahawks signed safety JT Woods to a reserve/future contract.