Theo Gremminger compared Elijah Arroyo to Terrence Ferguson as a tight-end-premium target but prefers Arroyo after hearing Seattle’s staff wonder aloud in their post-draft press conference if the rookie could "straight-up play X" in the league. Gremminger loved Arroyo’s Senior Bowl tape—highlighting seam-stretching routes and high-point prowess the Seahawks currently lack—and views the landing spot as perfect for immediate down-field targets from Geno Smith. Although Arroyo slid into Round 3, Seattle’s coaching staff publicly emphasized his vertical ability and unique build, suggesting he will see schemed shots rather than the slow rookie ramp most tight ends endure. That blend of draft signal, open depth chart, and explosive usage makes Arroyo a high-ceiling stash in tight-end-premium dynasty leagues.

Evan Silva said Elijah Arroyo is an immediate factor in Seattle after they spent the 50th pick on the Miami tight end and all but telegraphed Noah Fant’s release (Fant carries a $13.4 M cap hit). Arroyo averaged 13.8 yards per catch on a Hurricanes offense that asked him to run vertical routes, something Silva thinks new HC Mike Macdonald will deploy to stretch seams the way Baltimore used Mark Andrews. With only blocker A.J. Barner behind him and Macdonald embracing two-TE looks in previous stops, Silva projects Arroyo for starting snaps and a weekly route share north of 70 % by mid-season. In best-ball leagues Silva recommended stashing Arroyo in the final round as a cheap TE2 with real every-down upside once Fant is off the roster.