Wide receiver and return specialist Dee Eskridge has finally reached the end of the line on his journey in the Pacific Northwest. On Tuesday, ahead of the league deadline, the Seattle Seahawks have released their former second round pick from the 2021 NFL draft.
Now, Eskridge will be seeking an opportunity with another team for the first time in his career.
The #Seahawks are releasing WR/returner D'Wayne Eskridge, per sources.
The former 2nd-round pick and speedster should find a new home quickly. pic.twitter.com/ImdpWtDIqk
— Jordan Schultz (@Schultz_Report) August 27, 2024
The Seahawks moving on from Eskridge was hardly surprising, given how deep Seattle’s wide receiving corps is. Not to mention his continued struggles of staying on the field, whether it was injury related or suspension due to violating the league’s personal conduct policy.
Even during this preseason, Eskridge was unable to make it on the field against the Tennessee Titans due to an injury sustained during the week of joint practices.
Eskridge’s tenure with the Seahawks may not have been what the team had hoped for, given how many opportunities he received, but Jordan Schultz is right. He will certainly find a new team in short order. Eskridge’s final game at Lumen Field showcased his speed with a 79-yard touchdown punt return.
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