TEMPE, ARIZONA - SEPTEMBER 26: Safety Bud Clark #21 of the TCU Horned Frogs reacts after a defensive stop against the Arizona State Sun Devils during the first half at Mountain America Stadium on September 26, 2025 in Tempe, Arizona. The Sun Devils defeated the Horned Frogs 27-24. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images) | Getty Images Mike Macdonald is nothing if not consistent. The Seattle Seahawks stuck at the back around once again, this time drafting safety Bud Clark with the 64th pick.For those somewhat unfamiliar, Clark comes to us out of TCU, turning in 15 interceptions over his time there.
But it’s more than the ball-snatching skills that drew him to Macdonald and John Schneider. Check out his draft profile, and how it relates to two current members of the Seahawks. Here’s the first from NFL Draft Buzz:Clark’s value at the next level ties directly to his coverage versatility and ball production.
Fifteen interceptions in four seasons is not a number you can coach into a player, and his ability to line up at deep safety, in the box, or as a slot defender gives coordinators options most Day 3 safeties cannot offer. His 2024 film, where he graded among the best Power Four safeties, showed a player who could handle a full workload and make plays in every phase. The 2025 tape was slightly less consistent but still produced strong run defense marks and four takeaways against a quality Big 12 schedule.You see that bit there?
Ability to line up at safety, in the box, or in the slot. Like one Nick Emmanwori. Not entire dissimilar from Devon Witherspoon.
Macdonald has been racking up these incredibly talented and versatile defenders to help him pull off these exotic looks. Those looks have vaulted Seattle to the best defense in the league of late, so trust is warranted. Here's the Scouts Inc. report on Bud Clark, who had four INTs in 12 games last season as a sixth-year senior and has 15 picks over his last four.
He's built like a corner at just under 6-1 and 188 pounds. Ran a 4.41 at the combine. pic.twitter.com/TgRjgx2QEU— Brady Henderson (@BradyHenderson) April 25, 2026Perhaps you hadn’t heard of Bud Clark before now, but many had. Bud Clark also would have been a good pick.— Grant Cohn (@grantcohn) April 25, 2026My favorite park so far in the NFCW is Bud Clark going to Seattle at 64.
The Rams entire draft has been a joke. The 9ers aren't far behind. The Cardinals made Jeremiyah Love the richest RB in history and draft Beck (🤮).
Like Bisonitis tho. Didn't like Price pick either— Nick Newman (@NinerNick_22) April 25, 2026SEA and Bud Clark…. Of course— Ted Nguyen (@FB_FilmAnalysis) April 25, 2026Really big fan of the Bud Clark pick.
Playmaker. 15 interceptions for TCU. Two-time captain. Played everywhere — slot, free safety, box. Capable of playing roaming centre field.
Just has a very natural knack for being in the right place at the right time. Great value #Seahawks— Rob Staton (@robstaton) April 25, 2026With two selections, Seattle has now replaced the second and third-most expensive free agents to depart this spring. The Kenneth Walker and Coby Bryant moves have been mirrored by Jadarian Price and Bud Clark, retooling the Super Bowl Championships roster early in the draft.