What happened: Seattle acquired Avery Smith from the Los Angeles Chargers for a 2027 sixth-round pick during roster cutdown day. The Seahawks' projected 2027 haul still includes five compensatory selections.

Why it matters: A sixth-rounder is a reasonable price for a rookie cornerback when the roster has room for developmental upside. Seattle also has projected extra picks in rounds three through seven, making this a depth move rather than a draft-capital drain.