The 2024 season marked the return of Abe Lucas to the [Seahawks](https://www.fieldgulls.com/)’ starting offensive line after an injury-plagued 2023. Playing at right tackle, Lucas stood out for his combination of solid technique, controlled aggression and good spatial awareness, being a key player in the running attack and in protecting the quarterback.
His potential is undeniable, the problem is that he is entering the final year of his contract with injuries in the first three years. He showed great effort during the offseason, training hard to return in good shape in 2025.
Will it be enough?
How much will his extension be?
**Abe Lucas’ 2024 stats**
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In the 2024 season, Lucas returned from injury to participate in seven games, playing 406 snaps, after playing 273 in 2023 and 975 in 2022. His PFF-rated performance, for OTs with at least 100 snaps (104 qualifying OTs), was:
Overall Grade: 61.9 (65th out of 104 tackles);
* Pass Block Grade: 65.7 (59th/104);
* Run Block Grade: 62.8 (58th/104);
* 4 sacks (31st worst);
* 2 hits (59th worst);
* 18 total pressures (52nd);
* 6 penalties (48th worst);
**Blocking in the running game: Power and lateral mobility**
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A very good and technical block. He doesn’t block an edge, but rather a DT. So, the idea is not to move this guy many yards back, but to create the angle for the RB’s run. Lucas does this excellently, notice how he uses his hands inside and from above, winning the leverage battle and controlling the opponent.
This is a **Dart Run**. It is a gap scheme run that works similarly to **Power**, except that it is the tackle who does the pulling instead of the guard. Lucas has the mobility to get to the LB (since his first target on the DL has already been neutralized) and still takes an excellent angle to create the gap for his RB.
He is an extremely athletic OT with a good snap exit. In addition, he processes the play quickly. He helps push the defender to the TE and already has his eyes on the LB. Lucas blocks him and creates a gap for the RB.
He rarely misses a block at the second level due to lack of athleticism. Here he pulls, processes the play well, slows down the DT and keeps a free hand to stop any rush from the LB (No. 7).
This was certainly one of the things that surprised me the most about Lucas. He came from [Washington State](https://www.cougcenter.com), where few runs were called. A scheme similar to the one Charles Cross played (both influenced by the legendary Mike Leach) in Mississippi St. However, Lucas, unlike Cross, showed that he could be dominant in the run game. He starts the double-team with Sataoa Laumea at DT and has the strength to push him several yards back, without losing control.
He is more than capable of executing reach blocks, which require explosiveness and mobility. They are fundamental in the Wide Zone scheme that should be implemented by Klint Kubiak and John Benton.
**Pass protection**
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Usually we see the wide-9 as the widest angle for edge positioning. Notice here that Leonard Floyd is aligned beyond the wide-9 (which would be on AJ Barner’s outside shoulder). This requires a different retreat from Lucas, who adapts after the first kick-slide and has the speed to stop the EDGE’s charge.
Usually, OTs use three types of pass sets: Vertical, Jump and 45-degree. Lucas starts the play in a 45-degree movement, which changes the plan of the pass rusher who comes to attack with force. Then, Lucas switches to a jump set going up against the defender and making him lose his timing. Extremely technical snap.
Excellent footwork to stay in front of one of the most athletic and explosive EDGEs in the league. He simply doesn’t panic and stays patient.
Another snap against Bosa, another patient and calm snap. Notice that at the beginning of the snap, Bosa raises his hand, with the intention of forcing a movement from Lucas. The OT doesn’t fall into the trap, he keeps waiting and despite the good power move, he manages to establish the anchor.
**Hand positioning: firmness, technique and control**
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Abraham Lucas’ hand positioning is one of the most refined aspects of his game, especially in pass protection. See how he works:
### **1\. Always keep his hands inside and aligned with his chest**
Lucas is extremely technical when keeping his hands inside the defender’s pad, close to the sternum. This avoids penalties and ensures greater control of leverage. In the play above, he completely takes away the timing of Leonard Floyd’s euro-step attempt. The contact is strong, aggressive, but not uncontrolled.
### **2\. “Independent hands” technique**
Lucas is a fan of the modern technique of using his hands separately — one arm to measure distance (usually the outside) and keep the edge in check, the other for punching and control. This reduces his vulnerability to countermoves like the swipe and spin. This approach is especially helpful against rushers with quick moves (like rips or clubs), since he can “attack and react” in two distinct phases of the block.
### **3\. Vulnerable to bull rush + long arm moves**
Against rushers with long arms and long-arm techniques, Lucas sometimes starts the pass set with his hips a little too high, which hinders his ability to anchor explosively. Some sacks and pressures allow him to see vulnerability in anchoring against heavier bull rushes.
### **4\. Inconsistent timing on the punch**
His punch is not always synchronized with the moment the rusher enters his range of action. When he punches too early, the opponent can dodge with a swipe or club move. When he punches too late, he cannot stop the momentum, as was the case in this case. After losing the first contact, he plays at a disadvantage, forcing replacement hands and, sometimes, generating immediate pressure.
**Anchor: base, absorption of force and recovery**
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An offensive tackle’s “anchor” is the ability to absorb bull-rush and keep the pocket stable. Lucas has shown good progress in this fundamental:
### **1\. Athletic and stable base**
Lucas combines quick feet with strong legs, generating a wide and balanced base. He rarely loses balance after the punch, which makes it difficult for him to move in a straight line.
### **2\. Center of Gravity and Hip Torque**
To anchor, Lucas pulls his hips back, bends his knees, and shifts his weight to his heels—a key technique for stopping powerful rushers.
This action is particularly effective when he’s in a vertical set, as it creates time and space to absorb the impact and re-stabilize his body.
### **3\. Footwork**
Lucas doesn’t just “lock” his feet—he makes small lateral adjustments to maintain optimal positioning during contact. This helps him redirect rushers without opening his body.
You can see how he avoids “sliding” or crossing his feet, which is common among less experienced OLs.
**Projected 2025 extension**
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Here are some RT values to use as a starting point:
I highly doubt he’ll accept anything less than $12M or get anything more than $18M, even in an inflated offensive line market. Perhaps the biggest question is the guaranteed value, given his repeated injuries. It’s worth noting that **Bernhard Raimann** will also be eligible for a renewal. This could dictate Lucas’ value, especially since Seattle will likely wait longer than the Colts to make a decision on the matter.
**✅Conclusion: Reliable RT with elite potential**
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Abraham Lucas showed in 2024 that he’s a solid, technical return from injury — with refined fundamentals in pass protection, run game mobility, and situational intelligence. Abe Lucas may not have the same media appeal as other right tackles in the league, but his technical performance in 2024 potentially puts him among the best right tackles in the NFL. By improving his anchoring and pad level in the run game, and if he remains healthy (the most important thing), he will be well-positioned for a high-profile 2025 extension, comparable to other highly valued RTs in the league.
With that, Lucas can establish himself as a pillar of the Seahawks’ OL and demand the contract he deserves to sustain his impact for many years to come.