In the lead-up to the 2024 NFL Draft, let’s take a look back on the Seattle Seahawks draft classes from 40, 30, 20, and 10 years ago. I’ll list each draft pick and give a short summary of their career achievements – if applicable.
The first article for this year looks back to the 1984 draft class. Coming off a surprising playoff run in 1983 that ended in the AFC Championship game, the Seahawks were looking to add talent to bolster an already strong roster.
Round 1, Pick No. 22 – Terry Taylor, DB, Southern Illinois
The Seahawks first pick in the 1984 draft was defensive back Terry Taylor, who reeled in a school-record 20 career interceptions at Southern Illinois and helped the Salukis win the 1983 I-AA National Championship.