John Bundy Seattle

John Bundy Seattle

John Bundy Seattle

Seattle drew 'A' grades virtually across the board for its 2010 NFL draft selections on April 22, 23 and 24, 2010, and has made a number of key acquisitions through trades and free-agent signings. So the Seahawks have definitely raised the bar of expectations.

In fact, reviews of the team's front-office moves have been so positive that there is buzz about the Seahawks being ready to supplant Arizona as NFC West champion. The Cardinals, 10-6 last season, still appear strong, but perhaps as much so without retired quarterback Kurt Warner.

Second-place San Francisco (8-8) also enjoyed a promising draft, and some are touting the 49ers as favorites. St. Louis (1-15) has improved, too, but the Rams are still in rebuilding mode.