D'Wayne Eskridge

Drafted by the Seattle Seahawks (2nd round, 56th overall) on April 30, 2021

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04/30/21:   Drafted by Seattle (2nd round, 56th overall)

COLLEGE CAREER HIGHLIGHTS: Eskridge had 25 catches for 660 yards and seven touchdowns as a senior in just five games, averaging 26.4 yards per reception, and in his career had 113 catches for 2,136 yards and 14 scores in 44 games. He also averaged 28.8 yards per kick return in 2020 and had a 100-yard return touchdown. Returned to a full-time receiver in 2020, earning first-team All-MAC honors on offense and as a kick returner while also being named the MAC Special Teams Player of the Year. He led the FBS with 213 all-purpose yards per game, ranked fourth with 130.7 receiving yards per game and 23.1 yards per reception (34 receptions, 784 yards, eight touchdowns). In 2019, started two games each at wide receiver and cornerback but his season was cut short due to a clavicle injury and redshirted the season. Recorded 14 tackles and four passes defensed during his time on defense.

PERSONAL: Attended Bluffton High and was a three-star prospect, according to 247Sports.com and ESPN.com. Ranked the No. 23 prospect in Indiana by 247Sports.com. Was Bluffton High School's all-time leader in touchdowns and a 2015 Indiana All-State Honorable Mention selection by the Associated Press, running for 1,020 yards and 16 touchdowns. Also participated in track, winning the 100 meters, 200 meters and long jump at the Marion boys track regional in 2015 and 2016. Also won 60-meter dash indoor in 2015. Majored in recreation/sport management.