The Seattle Seahawks selected three wide receivers in this year’s NFL draft, but DK Metcalf has been the rookie in the spotlight. With so many new faces competing for Russell Wilson’s time, it’s difficult to come by targets . . . especially for Gary Jennings Jr., who was picked by Seattle in the fourth round.
“It’s been hard, him and Malik [Turner], the ball hasn’t come their way very often yet,” Carroll said Sunday. “But they’re doing well physically, he’s a monster out there, really strong and explosive, and he’s done a really nice job. You can really see it in the one on one’s when he can compete and when the ball is coming his way.”
Jennings Jr. logged no receptions on two targets Thursday night against the Broncos. He was one of 11 receivers utilized in the preseason debut.
“There just hasn’t been enough football’s flying for these guys to show yet,” Carroll continued. “We’ve got plenty of time, there’s three more big weeks, games, and this week as well. Every single day matters to these guys, he’s shown he’s got the athleticism, he’s got the size, and he’s learning the system, really strong hands too so, really good prospect.”
