Devon Witherspoon made his debut with the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday and it was nothing short of impressive. The rookie wide receiver out of the University of Washington showed why the Seahawks made the right choice in drafting him in the fourth round.
Witherspoon had a total of five receptions for 73 yards and a touchdown in the game, leading all receivers in both categories. He also had a long catch of 32 yards, showing off his impressive speed and agility. His touchdown catch was a thing of beauty, as he made a leaping grab in the end zone and managed to stay in bounds.
The Seahawks have been looking for a reliable receiver to pair with their star quarterback Russell Wilson, and Witherspoon looks like he could be that guy. He has the size and speed to be a deep threat, but also the hands and route running to be a reliable target on short and intermediate routes.
Witherspoon’s performance was even more impressive considering he was playing against one of the best cornerbacks in the league in Richard Sherman. Sherman is known for his physicality and ability to shut down opposing receivers, but Witherspoon was able to get open and make plays against him.
The Seahawks have to be thrilled with Witherspoon’s performance in his debut, as it confirms that they made the right choice in drafting him. He looks like he could be a key contributor for the team this season, and could potentially be a star in the making.
