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2011 NFL Mock Draft: Seahawks Looking for a Quarterback but Have Other Needs

March 30, 2011   ·     ·   Jump to comments

Seattle Passes on Quarterback For Interior Lineman Dan Watkins
No. 25 Mock Draft Pick: Dan Watkins, OG, Baylor
While some believe that the Seahawks need to address their quarterback needs by picking up a pass-thrower in the first round, they have more pressing needs in the trenches.
Here’s a fact, there was a heavy turnover in their offensive line last season because of the new Pete Carroll regime, injuries, and poor performance.   
Despite an improved showing near the end of the season, it’s clear the Seahawks’ seemingly annual search for a starting guard may finally end by picking Dan Watkins, who can easily slide in as a starter.
“He weighs 310 pounds and is considered one of the top two interior linemen available in this draft, someone the Seahawks are thought to be very high on,” writes Danny O’Neill of the Seattle Times.
Concerns about his age, 27, shouldn’t be a deal-breaker for Seattler who are just dep
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