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2015 NFL Draft: Seattle Seahawks’ Top 5 Needs

Seattle Seahawks: Top 5 2015 NFL Draft Needs

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The Seattle Seahawks are positioning themselves for another deep postseason run, with eight wins in their last nine games helping pave the way for the likelihood of home field advantage throughout the playoffs.

They don't have many glaring weaknesses, but here are the Seahawks' top five needs looking toward the 2015 NFL Draft.

5. Running Back

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5. Running Back

Marshawn Lynch Seattle Seahawks
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Marshawn Lynch's future in Seattle is unclear, and if he is not brought back another veteran (Adrian Peterson?) could be brought in. Adding a rookie to the mix could also be an option, even with Christine Michael and Robert Turbin still around.

4. Tight End

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4. Tight End

Luke Willson Seattle Seahawks
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Seattle's offensive scheme doesn't generally feature tight ends prominently as pass catchers, but a rookie could be added in an effort to upgrade Russell Wilson's options in the red zone.

3. Defensive Tackle

Seattle Seahawks Kevin Williams
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3. Defensive Tackle

Seattle Seahawks Kevin Williams
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On the surface, defensive tackle does not look like major need for the Seahawks. But better depth and upside is needed, and it would not shock me to see Seattle's scouting department unearth a middle-round gem.

2. Offensive Line

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2. Offensive Line

Seattle Seahawks Russell Okung
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The Seahawks could use better depth across the board along the offensive line, and potential new starters at both starting spots on the right side should be closely looked at.

1. Wide Receiver

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1. Wide Receiver

Doug Baldwin Seattle Seahawks
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Outside of Doug Baldwin, Seattle doesn't have a wide receiver with much week-to-week consistency. The upcoming draft class looks to be deep at wide receiver, much like 2014, so perhaps an immediate impact player can be found in the early rounds.

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