The Seattle Seahawks have been dealt a major blow as their star safety, Dee Eskridge, has been suspended for six games for violating the NFL’s personal-conduct policy.
Eskridge, who was drafted in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft, was suspended for an incident that occurred in April of this year. According to the NFL, Eskridge was involved in an altercation that resulted in physical contact with another person.
The suspension is a major setback for the Seahawks, who had high hopes for Eskridge this season. He was expected to play a key role in the team’s secondary and was expected to be a major contributor on defense.
Eskridge will now miss six games, which will be a major blow to the Seahawks’ defense. The team will have to find a way to replace his production and make up for his absence.
The NFL’s personal-conduct policy is designed to protect players and ensure that they are held accountable for their actions. This suspension serves as a reminder that players must abide by the rules and respect the league’s policies.
The Seahawks will now have to move forward without Eskridge for six games. It will be a difficult task, but the team will have to find a way to make up for his absence and continue to compete.