The Seattle Seahawks made their move and picked cornerback Devon Witherspoon with the 5th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. As many fans were expecting Jalen Carter, shifting to a corner many might not have thought about is a bit of an adjustment.
The Seahawks got a great prospect, but for those who didn’t watch much Fighting Illini football, it’s time we examine Witherspoon’s college statistics after four years at Illinois.
- Total tackles: 157 (11.5 for a loss)
- Pass defenses: 25
- Interceptions: 5
When looking further at the advanced statistics, it becomes more clear Seattle got a quality player at No. 5 overall.
- PFF coverage grade: 92.5
- PFF run defense: 78.6
- Completion rate allowed: 35.5%
- Passer rating when targeted: 25.3
ESPN analyst and noted Seahawks fan Mina Kimes had further advanced statistics as well.
A few stats:
-QBR of 5.2 in coverage (1st)
-EPA/play was -0.83 (1st)
-1.4 PBU/game (1st)You get the idea….
— Mina Kimes (@minakimes) April 28, 2023
Height: 5’11 1/2″
Weight: 181 lbs.
Arm length: 31 1/4″
Hand size: 8 7/8″
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