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Seahawks Draft Pick Beau Stephens: A Potential Starting Right Guard in 2026

The Seattle Seahawks selected Iowas Beau Stephens in the fifth round of the 2026 NFL draft, surprising many due to their already stacked offensive line. With eight picks after strategic trades, the Seahawks had no glaring needs. Stephens, a left guard in college, could potentially transition to right guard and secure a starting spot from day one.

Anthony Bradford, who has been the right guard for years, has shown inconsistency, particularly against speedy defenders, giving up thirty-eight pressures last season. His run blocking is also average. Meanwhile, the left guard position is secure with rookie Grey Zabel, who is locked in long-term.

NFL Network draft expert Daniel Jeremiah is excited about Stephens, suggesting he could start Week one. Fans are eagerly anticipating the competition between Stephens and Bradford, knowing the lines improvement last year was due to healthy right tackle Abraham Lucas and new coach John Benton.

Stephens maintained a clean slate, allowing no sacks in 2024 and 2025 at Iowa. Standing at six foot five and a half, three hundred fifteen pounds, he has the potential to bulk up quickly in the pros. The Seahawks faith in Stephens is evident in their trade of a fourth-round 2027 pick to move up and select him. Despite the risk of drafting a rookie, the Seahawks front office and Jeremiah see starter potential in Stephens, making training camp a crucial watch for the final verdict.

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