Instant Fantasy Analysis - WR D'Wayne Eskridge, Seahawks

[The Football Guru 211]

Team Fit: Russell Wilson probably didn't need another home run hitter, but he's getting one here. The Western Michigan product's 4.38 speed might not actually do him justice (18.5 yards per catch and 9.4 yards after the catch per reception in his five years of college). Eskridge is one of this draft's many undersized slots who run like the wind and can contribute in a big way in the return game. The difference with Eskridge is that he packs a bit of a punch with a 350-pound bench and 505-pound squat. In Seattle, he'll likely settle in as the long-term slot with DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett holding it down on the perimeter.

What does it mean in redraft? WR5/6. While he's explosive enough to have week-winning upside, it's unlikely Eskridge will see enough touches to be a fantasy force anytime soon.

Where should I expect him to go in my rookie drafts? Check back next week.

[Kopy 491]

Good get for Seattle. We needed a true slot guy in order to keep Locket on the outside with Metcalf. And after those 2 we really had nothing at WR. Now along with Swain who we drafted last year and looks pretty good, at least we got some depth.

Like Guru said also. Although he's small (like most of this class) he's actually a baby hulk because he's built like a brick. So he's a little different than his fellow classmates at the same size/weight/speed.

 

[Smileseers 54]

Defenses will be more on their heels instead of their toes especially between the hashmarks, which helps open the running game.

Overall the Seahawk's offense just got better with this pick