Hour 2 - Brock's Thoughts On Jadarian Price, Who Is Jadarian Price, Blue 88
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The Seahawks made a bold, context-driven decision to select Jadarian Price with the 32nd overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, a move that defied conventional first-round wisdom but was justified by a perfect storm of roster needs, injury context, and strategic value. Brock Heward and Mike Salk argue that the pick wasn't just about talent—it was about urgency: with Ken Walker gone, Travis Kelce’s absence, and a lack of depth at running back, the Seahawks had no viable alternative. Price’s explosive speed, scheme fit in the outside zone system, and fresh legs from just 280 college carries made him a unique value, especially with the fifth-year option that locks in his prime years. The hosts also highlight Price’s character—loyalty to Notre Dame, resilience from his mother’s cancer battles, and a work ethic that makes him an 'unfinished product' with massive upside. Despite criticism over fumbling and lack of production, the duo sees the selection as a masterclass in situational drafting, not a gamble. The episode also dissects the broader draft trends, including the Cardinals’ shock pick of Jeremiah Love, the Rams’ controversial selection of Ty Simpson (which the hosts call a 'worst pick' despite his character), and the league’s clear shift toward big, physical linemen. The hosts use data and narrative to argue that the Seahawks’ move wasn’t just about need—it was about building a team that runs the ball, plays with grit, and values long-term development over flash.
The Seahawks’ selection of Jadarian Price at #32 was a strategic necessity, not a risk, due to Ken Walker’s departure, Charbonnet’s injury, and a lack of depth at running back.
Price’s 280 college carries make him a rare 'fresh legs' asset, giving him a significant edge in durability and explosive potential over overused backs.
His fit in the outside zone scheme is perfect—his one-cut downhill burst and ability to stretch the field vertically align with the Seahawks’ offensive identity.
Price’s loyalty to Notre Dame, despite being a backup, and his mother’s cancer survival story reveal a resilient, growth-oriented mindset that fits the Seahawks’ culture.
The fifth-year option makes this a $20 million investment over five years, but with only $4 million guaranteed in year one, it’s a low-risk, high-reward value play.
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Opening Chaos and the Draft’s First Shock
The episode opens with chaotic energy—Brock and Mike react to the draft’s early moments, including a bizarre lip-attached object and the Tennessee trade to 31. They discuss the growing consensus that the Seahawks would take a running back, setting the stage for Jadarian Price’s selection.
The Case for Jadarian Price: Need, Value, and Context
“It's kind of the perfect storm. You don't normally want to do this, but it's the 32nd pick. Like, it's a first-round pick. It's not really a first-round pick. Like, it's kind of a second-rounder. Except you get the bonus of the fifth-year option...”
Price’s Character and the Human Element
“Watching my mom go through that it made me believe there's nothing that could stop me getting to achieve my dreams because she went through the worst. What's one more bad day or adversity for me?”
Scheme Fit and Explosiveness: Why Price Fits Seattle
“He sees the hole and he's gone. Now, can he make you miss in a hole? Can he do some of the other nuanced things that you'd like a running back to do? Not quite.”
The Draft’s Bigger Trends: Size, Loyalty, and Strategy
The hosts analyze the draft’s dominant trends: the rise of big, physical linemen, the emphasis on loyalty (Price, Simpson), and the strategic value of the fifth-year option. They contrast the Seahawks’ move with the Rams’ questionable pick of Ty Simpson.
“Marquee data was really clear. There's not quarterbacks that start less than 15 games in their college career that go on to have multiple contract NFL careers. It's just not been done.”
“Watching my mom go through that it made me believe there's nothing that could stop me getting to achieve my dreams because she went through the worst. What's one more bad day or adversity for me?”
“There could be a lot more there. And if there is, at $4 million a year for the next five years, that is a true... It's a tremendous way to build your team.”
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