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Seattle Seahawks: 5 “Best Case Scenario” options in Round 1

By Keith Myers

Jan 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide center Ryan Kelly (70) prepares to snap the ball against the Clemson Tigers in the 2016 CFP National Championship at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; Alabama Crimson Tide center Ryan Kelly (70) prepares to snap the ball against the Clemson Tigers in the 2016 CFP National Championship at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 24, 2015; Louisville, KY, USA; Boston College Eagles quarterback Jeff Smith (5) scrambles away from Louisville Cardinals defensive end Sheldon Rankins (98) during the second half at Papa John
Oct 24, 2015; Louisville, KY, USA; Boston College Eagles quarterback Jeff Smith (5) scrambles away from Louisville Cardinals defensive end Sheldon Rankins (98) during the second half at Papa John /

5. Sheldon Rankins, DT, Louisville

Rankins tape is the best of any DT in this year’s draft class. He’s quick, powerful and just about unstoppable. He might not be Aaron Donald good, but he’s in that ballpark as far as talent goes.

Just like Donald, Rankins will be undervalued because of his size. He’s only 6 ft. 1 inches, and NFL teams like their DTs to be 6 ft. 4 inches or taller. Also just like with Donald, teams are going to regret letting Rankins drop in the first round.

In the unlikely scenario that Rankins drops all the way to No 26. The Seahawks need to sprint to the podium to turn in their draft card. In Seattle, Rankins would replace another dominant 6 ft. 1 inch DT: Brandon Mebane.

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