The Seattle Seahawks selected former Miami Hurricanes tight end Elijah Arroyo with the No. 50 overall selection in the 2025 NFL draft. General manager John Schneider showed consistent interest in tight ends throughout the pre-draft process, and he pounced on Arroyo's availability with a top 50 selection.
Arroyo was impactful while playing alongside No. 1 overall quarterback Cam Ward this past season. The athletic pass catcher recorded 35 receptions for 590 yards and seven touchdowns. Arroyo measured in at 6-foot-5 and 250 pounds at the NFL Combine, displaying a pro-ready frame.