What happened
The Seattle Seahawks have signed second-round pick Bud Clark, per Adam Schefter. With Clark under contract, seven of Seattle's eight 2026 draft picks are now signed, leaving just one selection still to be finalized before training camp.
Why it matters
Getting a Day 2 defensive back signed without drama matters for a Seahawks secondary in transition. Clark profiles as a long-term option at safety, and reaction from beat reporters frames him as a candidate to compete for snaps behind incumbents like Coby Bryant. Avoiding holdouts on rookie deals keeps Seattle on schedule for offseason work.
The data edge
Per @AaronWilson_NFL, the deal is reported as a four-year contract worth $7.878 million with a $2.198 million signing bonus. No structured combine or college production data is provided in this signal.
What to watch
Watch for the Seahawks to finalize their final unsigned 2026 draft pick ahead of mandatory minicamp. Clark's role in OTAs will hint at how quickly Seattle plans to work him into the safety rotation.