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Russell Wilson was traded to the Denver Broncos in a blockbuster deal on Tuesday.
The Broncos received the ninth overall pick in this year's draft as part of the deal, according to a report.
With Wilson out of the picture, it is possible that the team will look to use the pick to select a quarterback of the future, with Pittsburgh's Kenny Pickett or Liberty's Malik Willis among the top prospects who could be available.
The first quarterback to not be selected with the No. 1 overall pick is likely to happen in the 2022. There aren't many QB-needy teams in the top 10, which will likely lead to Seattle having multiple options at No. 9.
The top two quarterbacks in this year's draft class, Pickett and Willis, both had strong showings at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis last week.
The scouts were impressed with his powerful arm. The Athletic's Jeff Howe reported that during his interview process, Willis blew away coaches and executives.
He ran a 4.57 in the 40-yard dash. He showed strength and accuracy during the throwing portion.
Pickett threw for 4,319 yards and 42 touchdown and led Pitt to the Atlantic Coast Conference title, his first conference title since 2010 as a member of the Big East.
As the starter for Liberty last season, he threw for 2,857 yards with 27 touchdown and 12 interceptions, and added 878 yards on the ground and 13 rushing touchdown.
If Seattle selects a different quarterback with the ninth pick, it will be a surprise. Ole Miss' Matt Corral, Cincinnati's Ridder, and North Carolina's Howell could all rise up draft boards with strong pro-day performances.
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