Overview
- Seattle ruled Witherspoon out Friday for the Buccaneers game after he missed practices this week with a knee issue stemming from a Week 1 MCL contusion.
- Safety Julian Love was also ruled out, leaving the Seahawks without two starters in the defensive backfield.
- Second-round pick Nick Emmanwori practiced fully and will suit up for his second NFL game, according to ESPN reporter Brady Henderson.
- Witherspoon’s spot is expected to be filled by Derion Kendrick or Nehemiah Pritchett.
- Tampa Bay will be short-handed as well, with receiver Mike Evans and running back Bucky Irving ruled out.