Los Angeles Rams NFC West Ranking: Pass catchers
By Jason Reed
2. Seattle Seahawks
- Top-four receivers: Doug Baldwin, Brandon Marshall, Tyler Lockett, David Moore
- Top-two tight ends: Nick Vannett, Ed Dickson
The Seattle Seahawks will probably be right around league average when it comes to talent in the pass-catching department next season. However, in a division that is not great in that department, it is good enough for the second-best.
Plus, it always helps to have one of the best quarterbacks under center in Russell Wilson. Although the Seahawks offensive line is still pretty bad, Wilson should be able to make plays happen and make the most out of the group of guys he has.
Doug Baldwin is a good first option receiver that has had success alongside Wilson in his career. Last season, Baldwin continued said success with 991 receiving yards and eight touchdowns. Baldwin is more than capable of 1000 receiving yards next season.
Behind him is Brandon Marshall, who the Seahawks are pretty much taking a flier out on next season. Marshall did virtually nothing with the New York Giants last season with only 154 receiving yards. However, at one point, Marshall was one of the best in the game.
If Wilson can get Marshall to 75 percent of what he once was he will be a great second option.
In the slot is the speedy Tyler Lockett, who is only going to get better with age and with more playing time. The team took a step back at tight end by losing Jimmy Graham. However, adding Ed Dickson was a smart move and the Seahawks should be decent at the tight end position.