The last time a Memphis football player was taken in the NFL draft was 2022. That could change this year with strong showings at the scouting combine.

The relative infrequency — and unpredictability — of owning the No. 1 pick raises questions: Should the Titans, in need of a quarterback, use their prime position to select one, assuming a player like Miami's Cam Ward or Colorado's Shedeur Sanders would at least be better than what the team has now in Will Levis?

The Seattle Seahawks likely do not regret selecting defensive tackle Byron Murphy II with the No. 16 overall selection in the 2024 NFL draft. Though Murphy battled the occasional injury throughout his rookie season,

Abraham Lucas should be the Seattle Seahawks' long-term starting right tackle, but his inconsistent availability has raised questions about whether the 2022 third-round pick can maintain that role into the future.

The Seattle Seahawks and Tyler Lockett appear to be heading toward a split this offseason, making it likely that the NFC West team will look to add an explosive wide receiver in the 2025 NFL Draft. Lockett’s uncertain future isn’t the only factor influencing Seattle’s draft strategy.