One of the surprises of the season has been the emergence of cornerback D.J. Reed, who was claimed by the Seahawks in the summer after being waived by the 49ers.
Originally expected to compete for snaps at nickelback once healthy, Reed has instead slid into the right cornerback spot on the outside as a result of injuries to Tre Flowers and Quinton Dunbar. And not only has he helped Seattle to get by at that position, but he has been outstanding doing so, providing the Seahawks with the type of steady play opposite Shaquill Griffin that Dunbar was expected to provide.