Mike Macdonald is nothing if not consistent. The Seattle Seahawks stuck at the back around once again, this time drafting safety Bud Clark with the 64th pick.
For those somewhat unfamiliar, Clark comes to us out of TCU, turning in 15 interceptions over his time there.
But it’s more than the ball-snatching skills that drew him to Macdonald and John Schneider. Check out his draft profile, and how it relates to two current members of the Seahawks. Here’s the first from NFL Draft Buzz:
Clark’s value at
the next level ties directly to his coverage versatility and ball production. Fifteen interceptions in four seasons is not a number you can coach into a player, and his ability to line up at deep safety, in the box, or as a slot defender gives coordinators options most Day 3 safeties cannot offer. His 2024 film, where he graded among the best Power Four safeties, showed a player who could handle a full workload and make plays in every phase. The 2025 tape was slightly less consistent but still produced strong run defense marks and four takeaways against a quality Big 12 schedule.
You see that bit there? Ability to line up at safety, in the box, or in the slot. Like one Nick Emmanwori. Not entire dissimilar from Devon Witherspoon. Macdonald has been racking up these incredibly talented and versatile defenders to help him pull off these exotic looks. Those looks have vaulted Seattle to the best defense in the league of late, so trust is warranted.
Perhaps you hadn’t heard of Bud Clark before now, but many had.
With two selections, Seattle has now replaced the second and third-most expensive free agents to depart this spring. The Kenneth Walker and Coby Bryant moves have been mirrored by Jadarian Price and Bud Clark, retooling the Super Bowl Championships roster early in the draft.
