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Redshirt freshman Seth Dawkins is another player on offense who could emerge as a threat this spring. At 6-foot-3, he’s a tall target for quarterback Lamar Jackson to connect with in the passing game. And he’s also got some return in the kick return game along with Samuel.
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Dawkins appeared in 10 games in 2016. He had 11 catches for 191 receiving yards and a touchdown. He caught a 13-yard touchdown pass in the first game of the season against the Charlotte 49ers. The longest pass he caught all season was a 53-yard pass, which shows some of his ability to be a deep threat. He also returned 14 kicks for 306 yards, averaging 21.9 yards per kick return.
Dawkins has come out of early spring practices as a player who continues to lead the receiving group.
With Jaylen Smith out, it certainly opens the door for a receiver to make a climb up the depth chart, as injuries are part of the game. Having depth and experience to offset things is good for the Cardinals’ College Football Playoff hopes in 2017.