The Seattle Seahawks have made a major move ahead of the 2021 NFL season by signing their 20th overall pick, wide receiver Dwayne Escrij, to a four-year contract worth up to $6.95 million.
Escrij, who played his college football at Western Michigan, was a standout performer during his time in the NCAA. The 24-year-old finished his college career with 2,202 receiving yards and 15 touchdowns, with impressive stats in both his junior and senior seasons.
Despite being widely regarded as one of the best wide receiver prospects in this year’s draft class, Escrij fell to the Seahawks at the 20th overall pick. However, the move has been widely praised as a solid drafting decision by the Seahawks.
Escrij’s signing comes at a crucial time for the franchise after they lost star wide receiver, and former NFL MVP, Russell Wilson to a finger injury last season. Although Wilson is expected to make a full recovery in time for the new season, the addition of Escrij will provide the team with some much-needed depth at the position.
Head coach Pete Carroll has already spoken about his excitement at the addition of Escrij, saying that “he brings speed, toughness, and a tremendous attitude” to the team. Carroll went on to add that “his quickness and ability to create plays after the catch will make him a valuable asset”.
From an individual perspective, Escrij is also reportedly thrilled to have joined the Seahawks. Speaking after the signing was announced, he said: “I think Seattle is the perfect fit for me. I love the culture and the energy around the team, and I’m excited to get to work and show what I can do.”
Escrij’s signing is just the latest in a string of moves made by the Seahawks this offseason as they look to build a team capable of challenging for the Super Bowl. With the likes of Wilson, wide receiver DK Metcalf, and safety Jamal Adams among their ranks, Seattle is likely to be one of the most exciting teams in the league next season.
Overall, the signing of Dwayne Escrij is a significant addition to the Seahawks roster and could prove to be a game-changer in the months to come. With the new season quickly approaching, fans of the franchise will be eagerly anticipating the impact that Escrij can make on the team.
