After 3 trades and 11 picks, here’s what the national media is saying about the Seahawks’ draft

Sure, the Seahawks traded down again with their first pick. They went with a defensive lineman once they did pick rather than a cornerback or offensive lineman, as some were clamoring for. But the pick of Malik McDowell at No. 35 was widely praised in post-draft analysis. And, with the extra picks acquired from their three trades, Seattle addressed those positions of need.

It led to a largely positive reaction from the national media and draft experts. Before you dig in, here’s what our Bob Condotta and Jayson Jenks thought of the Seahawks’ draft.

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