The Seattle Seahawks selected Miami TE Elijah Arroyo with the No. 50 overall pick in the 2025 NFL draft. Elijah Arroyo combines size, speed, and athleticism to become a mismatch tight end at the next level.

The Seahawks added another weapon to their offense in the second round of the 2025 NFL Draft, selecting University of Miami tight end Elijah Arroyo with pick No. 52. "It feels unreal," Arroyo said on a conference call after being selected. I'm still trying to take it all in. It's a surreal feeling. I'm blessed."

Forty-nine picks after Miami quarterback Cam Ward went first overall to the Titans, the drought for Florida schools finally ended Friday when the Seahawks chose Miami tight end Elijah Arroyo in the second round. “This guy is right out of central casting (as a tight end),” ESPN analyst Louis Riddick said.