One 2023 NFL Defensive Rookie of the Year candidate from each division

By Dave Adams | Jul 15, 2023

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 03: Defensive end Felix Anudike-Uzomah #91 of the Kansas State Wildcats reacts after making a sack against the TCU Horned Frogs in the second half of the Big 12 Championship game at AT&T Stadium on December 03, 2022 in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Tim Heitman/Getty Images) /

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Seattle Seahawks, Cornerback, Devon Witherspoon

Defensive Rookie of the Year candidate Devon Witherspoon (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images) /

NFC West: Devon Witherspoon, CB, Seattle Seahawks – Round 1, Pick 5

Are the Seahawks assembling the Legion of Boom, Part Deux? Pete Carroll adds arguably the top cornerback in the 2023 draft to his already formidable defensive backfield.

The 6’0 “181-pound Devon Witherspoon, out of Illinois, brings an edgy toughness and excellent coverage skills to the Pacific Northwest. Witherspoon’s fluid coverage ability, ball skills, and aggressive physical style will be a great fit in Seattle’s defense which tied for seventh (45) in sacks last season.

This excellent young player is being plugged into an optimal situation for him to flourish. If you like old-school football, you will want to watch the ‘Hawks in 2023.

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