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Seahawks Veteran Urges Team to Target Browns’ Jedrick Wills Jr. for Sanders’ Protection

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Seattle's offensive line Crisis Reaches Breaking Point

The Seattle Seahawks face mounting pressure to address their offensive line deficiencies during this critical offseason phase. Multiple team sources confirm veteran tackle George Fant has become the driving force behind a potential move for Cleveland Browns left tackle Jedrick Wills Jr., aiming to create safer conditions for rookie QB Shedeur Sanders.

2024 Performance Breakdown

Seattle's protection unit collapsed last season, ranking last in expected QB pressure metrics tracked by Next Gen Stats analyst Ben Baldwin. Despite flashes of potential from young tackles Charles Cross and Abe Lucas, constant lineup changes and injury issues led to 45 sacks allowed - fifth-worst leaguewide.

Seahawks Veteran Urges Team to Target Browns Tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. for Shedeur Sanders' Protection

Why Wills Makes Sense for Seattle

The 2020 first-round pick brings coNFLicting credentials:

Strengths

Proven pass-blocking skills (3 sacks allowed in 2023 healthy season)
Playoff experience from Cleveland's 2023 AFC Championship run
Ideal physical profile (6'4", 312 lbs with 84th percentile athleticism)

Concerns

Public clash with Browns coaches over 2024 "business decision" benching
Regression in run-blocking efficiency (-12.3% PFF grade since 2022)
Recent knee injury history (missed 7 games past two seasons)

Shedeur Sanders' Development at Stake

The Colorado product enters precarious circumstances after Cleveland's draft-day acquisition. Sanders endured 32 sacks in 11 college games last season - a troubling pattern that NFL pass rushers could exploit without improved protection. Seattle's potential move serves dual purposes:

Immediate Benefits

Stabilizes left tackle position for Sanders' rookie season
Weakens AFC North rival's protection unit

Long-Term Implications

Allows Cross/Lucas developmental time at right tackle
Creates cap-friendly structure with "prove-it" contract

Front Office Calculus

New GM John Schneider faces pressure to balance Youth Movement with veteran Stability. League sources suggest Wills could command $8-12M annually on short-term deal - manageable for Seattle's $27M cap space. With Jacksonville and LA Rams showing interest, Schneider must decide if Wills' upside outweighs potential locker room risks.