Seahawks Draft Miami TE Elijah Arroyo 50th Overall

The Seattle Seahawks selected University of Miami tight end Elijah Arroyo with the 50th overall pick in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft, aiming to boost their offense with his big-play potential. Arroyo, 6-foot-5 and 254 pounds, broke out in 2024 with 35 catches for 590 yards and seven touchdowns after overcoming a serious knee injury and two injury-plagued seasons. He led all FBS tight ends with 16.9 yards per catch and is known for his athleticism and strong hands, though analysts note he needs to further develop as a blocker and route runner. Arroyo played youth football in Mexico and was a four-star recruit from Texas before excelling at Miami. He joins a tight end group led by Noah Fant, who is entering the final year of his contract, and is expected to provide an immediate vertical threat for Seattle’s new quarterback Sam Darnold. Seattle had previously selected guard Grey Zabel and safety Nick Emmanwori earlier in the draft.