There is no simple answer to why Seattle has stumbled in recent drafts. Many factors are at play, but one thing is certain: The lack of impact players the last five years was a huge contributor to the Seahawks finishing 9-7 and missing the postseason for the first time since 2011.
If the Seahawks under Pete Carroll and John Schneider once appeared to have the magic touch when it came to the NFL draft, they’ve been grasping for air when reaching into their little black hat a bit too often the last few years.
The numbers paint a pretty stark picture.