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Ouzts

The Seahawks drafted Ouzts in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, coming out of Alabama as a tight end. The team will also convert Brady Russell to fullback from tight end, a former undrafted free agent from the 2023 class. The moves are a concerted effort to be more physical in the run game under offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, something that could bolster the fantasy upside of Kenneth Walker in the coming season.

Primarily a blocker at Alabama, Ouzts (6’3/274) has minimal receiving production but adds special teams experience. He demonstrated strong lead blocking in the run game for Jalen Milroe and the Alabama backfield over the past couple of seasons. Ouzts caught 16 passes for 192 yards and three scores through his four seasons while contributing on the third unit. The Athletic’s Dane Brugler describes him as “a throwback player with gladiator mentality.” He is physical and aggressive, traits NFL teams will value out of a lead blocker. His stout size and run-blocking skills make Ouzts a candidate for a fullback role in the NFL.