Jeremiah noted a striking turnaround in perceived depth: while the average draft may see about 21 running backs selected, one general manager told him only eight are truly draftable this year. That shift changes the math for teams weighing a back at the top of the draft versus waiting into later rounds.
Price has emerged as a frequent fit for Seattle, with mock trackers and team previews placing him at or near the end of the first round. The Seahawks’ own scouting material has highlighted Price’s vision, balance, and contact ability, and NFL coverage has consistently pegged him as a high-end back in the first-to-second round window.
For Seattle, price placement comes with a cost structure: if Price is the target, moving back too far could jeopardize landing him. Jeremiah suggested staying roughly in the top 40, noting that Houston could be a possible landing spot. Seattle holds picks 32, 64 and 96, giving limited flexibility to maneuver without risking the player they want.
Price’s visibility isn’t sudden—he’s been repeatedly discussed as one of the top backs in this class. He’s ranked among the top backs by analysts, and Seattle’s own evaluations have reinforced the notion that Price could fit as an instinctive, impactful runner who could contribute early, with Notre Dame teammate Jeremiyah Love handling more of the pass game workload.
The central question for Seattle’s board at No. 32 is whether the team can wait for a deeper pool of talent at other positions. If the class flattens after the top backs, the safer play may be to draft a back early and allocate remaining picks to edge rushers or corners later in the process. In a year with limited early picks and a thinner back field, waiting could come with added risk, making an early-top-back selection like Price a more prudent approach for Seattle.
