Founded in 1976, the are still considered one of the ’s newer organizations. After a lackluster start, the team reached new heights in the 21st century, appearing in three and winning Super Bowl 48 in lopsided fashion. The improved records and postseason performance are a direct reflection of the organization’s growth in the scouting department.
The 2010s saw Seattle come away with numerous late-round steals, making franchises across the league regret allowing these players to fall. These are the five best draft classes in Seattle Seahawks history. Jerry Rice with the Seattle Seahawks? It happened, and there are other Hall of Famers you may have forgotten who played in Seattle.
While the 2010 and 2011 drafts provided Seattle with the beginning pieces for its eventual Super Bowl run, it was the 2012 class that filled in the remaining gaps. In the first round at No. 15 overall, the Seahawks grabbed defensive end Bruce Irvin, who was a full-time starter by his second season and an underrated member of the defense.
It was the second and third rounds where Seattle really made its money. Linebacker Bobby Wagner went 47th overall and became a linchpin of Seattle’s 2010s defense. Wagner made nine Pro Bowls and nine All-Pro teams with the Seahawks and has built up a Hall of Fame resume.
In the following round, Seattle snagged Wisconsin quarterback Russell Wilson at No. 75 overall. Wilson was an electrifying talent, but concerns surrounding his smaller stature led to him sliding .
