Grading the entire Seahawks 2022 NFL draft class; Hint: it was good

First round, pick number 9: Offensive tackle Charles Cross

Cross was the third tackle off the board when Seattle took him but he might still be the best overall. The only issue, if you can call it that, with Cross is that he might have some struggles run-blocking to begin his career. But even that might not be true.

At Mississippi State, Cross was in a two-point stance a lot more than a three-point one because that is what the Bulldogs offense required. It’s not like Cross can’t grade the road for a running back; He just didn’t have to do that late in his college career.

But Cross has very good athleticism and his physical traits were almost exactly equal to Ikem Ekwonu who went a few picks before Cross. This isn’t meant to sound like I think Cross in anyway is inferior to Ekwonu. Cross proved how good he can be in the SEC which is as close to the minor leagues of the NFL as anyone can get.

Cross will likely start Week 1 in the 2022 season for the Seahawks at left tackle. Like any rookie, he is going to have his struggles at times. Even though the SEC is full of NFL-ready edge rushers, the NFL is full of grown men who have better technique. Just be patient, 12s. Cross is going to be a very good left tackle for a long time as a pro.

Grade: A