Pre-Snap Reads 4/15: Jarran Reed excited to work with Clint Hurtt again

Okay, well of course the Budda Baker news is muy interesente as one might say. Editor-in-Chief Mookie Alexander points out succinctly that our Seattle Seahawks are more than likely out of the running for Budda’s services. Even though Mookie is correct in his analysis, what kind of trade would you as a fan accept? Is there a Budda Baker Lite waiting to be selected in the draft? Where do they sit in the way of roster rankings and such?

Seahawks News

C.J. Stroud: Falling? - Seaside Joe
Will Seahawks get the chance to either draft or pass on Stroud? Seaside Joe 1504

Seattle Seahawks DL Jarran Reed eager to reunite with DC Clint Hurtt - Seahawks Wire
Now signed back to the Seahawks, defensive lineman Jarran Reed is excited to reunite with defensive coordinator Clint Hurtt in Seattle.

Devin Bush: Getting to play with Bobby Wagner on new Seahawks defense a ‘dream come true’ - The News Tribune
Bush and Wagner are the new inside linebackers, as Pete Carroll’s remake of Seattle’s front seven continues in this month’s draft.

Here’s the reality when it comes to QB scouting « Seahawks Draft Blog
Did you know that 28 quarterbacks received a higher grade than Patrick Mahomes on NFL.com over the last 10 years?

Seahawks Draft: What to know about Jalen Carter's time at Georgia - Seattle Sports
Just who is Georgia DT Jalen Carter? Bump & Stacy got insight on the potential Seattle Seahawks pick from beat writer Chip Towers.

Seahawks GM John Schneider talks draft board, what's left to do - Seattle Sports
With the draft now two weeks away, Seattle Seahawks GM John Schneider discussed what the team is doing ahead of the big event.

Seahawks Draft Profiles: Standout Big Ten OL Jones and Tippmann - Seattle Sports
Could the Seattle Seahawks go after OL early this draft? If so, Brock Huard has two Big Ten standouts he'd love for them to consider taking.

2023 Seahawks Draft Preview: Do The Seahawks Need To Add More At Linebacker After Signing Bobby Wagner & Devin Bush? - Seahawks.com
A look at where the Seahawks stand at linebacker heading into the 2023 NFL Draft, as well as draft analyst Rob Rang’s top-ranked prospects at that position.

'Buddy From Bama!': Seattle Seahawks S Quandre Diggs Reveals Who He Wants With No. 5 Pick - Sports Illustrated Seattle Seahawks News, Analysis and More
With several options on the table for the Seattle Seahawks at No. 5, Quandre Diggs and Richard Sherman discuss who they'd take.

NFC West News

49ers QB Brock Purdy updates on UCL recovery, recent progress: 'I know it sounds small, but that’s a big win' - Yahoo Sports
Purdy discussed whether he expects to play in 2023 and detailed what he's working on until he's cleared to throw again.

Levi's Stadium vs. The Lemonade Stand: A Tale of Two 49ers Ownerships - Sports Illustrated San Francisco 49ers News, Analysis and More
How the San Francisco 49ers have changed their priorities as a franchise since they last won a Super Bowl.

Reason for Budda Baker's Trade Request From Arizona Cardinals Revealed - Sports Illustrated Arizona Cardinals News, Analysis and More
Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker requested a trade from the team, according to various NFL insiders. Now, we know why.

Cardinals’ All-Pro safety Budda Baker has every reason to demand pay raise and trade request - Revenge of the Birds
Baker requesting a trade according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport

Who will the Rams draft to replace Tyler Higbee - Turf Show Times
Who are the best fits in the draft to replace Tyler Higbee?

Rams NFL Draft Plans: 2 Standout Receivers 'Closely Linked' to Los Angeles - Sports Illustrated LA Rams News, Analysis and More
The Los Angeles Rams are reportedly seeking to improve their pass rush and receiving core - the latter of which could be solved by LSU's Kayshon Boutte or Michigan State's Jayden Reed.

Around The NFL

NFL: One move each NFC team wishes it had back — or will in the future - Yahoo Sports
With the offseason in full swing, we took a look back at decisions by each NFC franchise mostly likely to spawn regret.

Panthers considering surprise move with No. 1 overall pick? - Larry Brown Sports
The Carolina Panthers have reportedly not ruled out taking Anthony Richardson first overall and could potentially try to trade back to No. 2

Inside the Jeffery Simmons deal - ProFootballTalk
Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons finally has gotten his second contract. We’ve finally gotten our hands on the details of the deal.

Should the Jaguars draft a cornerback in Round 1? - Jacksonville Jaguars Blog - ESPN
The Jaguars have inexperienced depth at cornerback and the No. 24 overall pick in the draft. Which CB prospect could be a good fit?

Five potential trade fits for Devin White; why Hendon Hooker is the third-best QB in the 2023 NFL Draft - NFL.com
In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks provides five potential trade fits for Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Devin White. Plus, one of the hottest names in the 2023 NFL Draft class.

NFL scouts name GOAT draft prospects: Elway, Munoz, Jackson - ESPN.com
From Bo Jackson to Barry Sanders to Anthony Munoz, the NFL's most seasoned talent evaluators recall the most legendary prospect workouts.

Will Levis’ former OC breaks down what makes the QB such a complicated NFL Draft prospect - The Athletic
Liam Coen breaks down the areas where Levis is well ahead of his competition and those where he has some catching up to do.

AFC Roster Reset: Conference hierarchy heading into 2023 NFL Draft - NFL.com
After adding some enticing talents like cornerback Jalen Ramsey, are the Dolphins poised to break into the upper crust of a highly competitive AFC? Eric Edholm provides a conference hierarchy heading into the 2023 NFL Draft.

NFL Mock Draft 2023: Eagles move all over the board and land Bijan Robinson; Patriots trade into top 10 - CBSSports.com
QBs go 1-2-3-4 for the first time in NFL history