It is highly fitting to state that the Seattle Seahawks Since Justin Britt was released during the 2020 offseason, Seattle has experienced constant instability at the center position. This coming September will signify the team's sixth different Week 1 starter at center over the past six consecutive seasons, highlighting their ongoing quest for a lasting solution at this key role.
Although Olu Oluwatimi presently holds the advantage following strong performances toward the end of the 2024 season, the Seahawks are expected to thoroughly examine every possibility. This includes considering the highly regarded top center prospect available in the current draft pool. On Wednesday, Jared Wilson from Georgia had an official pre-draft meeting with the Seahawks as part of their 30-visit allotment.
While this may not be regarded as a deep pool of center prospects, Wilson clearly stands out from the others despite having only one year of starting under his belt. Dane Brugler from The Athletic has released his highly acclaimed draft guide for 2025. So, I'll rely on his knowledge about Wilson, who was once a soccer player but now is a large man securing the offensive line.
At Georgia, Wilson transitioned to center within offensive coordinator Mike Bobo’s multifaceted running system (which includes both zone and gap schemes) during his first year of college ball. Although he only began playing football in high school and shifted positions to become a center following the conclusion of the 2022 season, Wilson excelled when starting in 2024 and was recognized with All-SEC accolades due to his exceptional performance. His athleticism combined with strong play abilities enable him to excel particularly well in executing interior zones and navigating tight spaces; additionally, he demonstrates proficiency in making backside cutoffs and frontside reaches.
Despite still being fairly new to the sport, he must improve his consistency in blocking during runs and maintaining position against defensive players in passing situations. While Wilson doesn’t have an elite physique and has some fundamental areas needing refinement, he possesses excellent body control, agility, and football intelligence, which could secure him a lasting spot as a starting center. He shares similarities with Rodney Hudson, and he is expected to vie for immediate starting opportunities right away.
Brugler predicts Wilson will likely get selected in the second round. He is typically considered a Day 2 draft choice with only a slight possibility of being picked towards the end of the first round. It's worth mentioning that during the 2022 and 2023 seasons, Wilson played some games at guard before taking up an exclusive role as a center last year. In his time playing for one of college football's toughest conferences, he didn’t allow any sacks and had only five pressures throughout the entire season within the SEC.
Just like before, an official pre-draft visit does not guarantee that the Seahawks will select a player, but such visits typically signal a certain degree of interest as the drafting process begins. Should you be seeking updates about the inside linebackers, hopefully this information suffices for now.
