To anyone outside of the Virginia Mason Athletic Center, the Seattle Seahawks' August acquisition of D.J. Reed was probably more of an afterthought than a move that seemed like it would make a significant impact in 2020.
After all, Reed was in the early stages of his recovery from a torn pectoral when the Seahawks claimed him. The San Francisco 49ers had just waived him with an injury designation, presumably figuring he would go untouched since he wouldn't be available for several months.
Seattle general manager John Schneider and his scouting department might have been the only ones who imagined Reed emerging as a playmaker for the Seahawks' defense, a trend that continued with his interception and three passes defensed in their 20-15 win at the Washington Football Team on Sunday.