Seahawks move up to select DT Jarran Reed

The Seattle Seahawks have traded up with the Chicago Bears to select defensive tackle Jarran Reed out of Alabama in the second round of the 2016 NFL Draft.

Reed gives Seattle a stout interior defender to address one of few needs on the defensive side of the ball.

Though he may come off the field in passing situations early in his career, Reed should be quick to establish himself as an impact player against the run.

Jarran Reed Bio

Position: DT
School: Alabama
College Experience: Senior
Height: 6-3
Weight: 307 lbs.

Strengths

• Will make an immediate impact in the run game, with a strong anchor and the ability to occupy blockers at the line of scrimmage.
• Improved technique and production in each of his two seasons at Alabama after being a junior-college transfer.
• Wraps up and punishes ball-carriers at an incredible rate, with 108 tackles over two seasons.

Weaknesses

• Ability as a pass-rusher is highly suspect, tallying just two sacks over previous two seasons.
• Arm length and average hands could make it difficult to disengage from blockers at NFL level.
• Lacks explosiveness and leg drive.

Combine Results