DeShawn Shead

DeShawn Shead (born June 28, 1988) is an American football safety who is currently playing for the Seattle Seahawks of the National Football League. He signed with the Seattle Seahawks as an undrafted free agent in 2012.

Early years
He attended Highland High School and was a two-time All-Conference defensive back. He was named the winner of the 2006 National Football Foundation Scholar Athlete award.

College
He played College football at Portland State. He was named PSU Most Outstanding Defensive Back for his first three seasons. Following his Junior season, He was named to the second team All-Big Sky Conference.

Seattle Seahawks
On April 29, 2012, He signed with the Seattle Seahawks as an undrafted free agent. On August 31, 2012, He was released. On September 1, 2012 He was signed to the practice squad. On December 5, 2012, He was promoted to the active roster from the practice squad.