3 defensive positions to target in the 2022 NFL…
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The back end of Seattle’s defense is on far better footing than it was early this season. Jamal Adams and Quandre Diggs have rounded into form and make for one of the top safety duos in the NFL. In D.J. Reed and Tre Brown, the Seahawks also have a couple of quality starting outside corners. The weak link in the chain is in the slot, where there’s no easy answer already on the roster.
Reps at the position have mostly been split between Ugo Amadi and Marquise Blair, neither of whom have impressed. Amadi has a 45.7 grade in coverage from Pro Football focus and has made some big mistakes. Meanwhile, Blair’s coverage grade is 57.4 and he’s missed a few key tackles.
The nature of DB play is always up and down, so it’s possible either one could yet develop into a reliable slot defender. It would be wise to give defensive coordinator Ken Norton Jr. another young option here, though.
Seahawks: 3 defensive positions to target in the 2022 NFL draft
