Seahawks Futures Odds After Sam Howell Trade with Commanders

In a strategic move, the Seattle Seahawks are set to bolster their roster by acquiring quarterback Sam Howell from the Washington Commanders.

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This transaction also included a multi-draft pick exchange. Seattle will welcome Howell alongside fourth and sixth-round draft selections in exchange for their third and fifth-round picks. Specifically, Seattle receives the 102nd and 179th picks, while Washington takes possession of the 78th and 152nd selections, enhancing their draft capital with six of the top 100 picks.

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Howell, who took the helm for all 17 games last season with the Commanders, notably led the NFL with 21 interceptions and faced a league-high 65 sacks.

Washington has adjusted its quarterback lineup by signing Marcus Mariota as a veteran backup. It is looking at the potential of drafting a new quarterback with the No. 2 pick, with prospects like North Carolina’s Drake Maye or LSU’s Jayden Daniels on their radar.

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Originally selected in the fifth round of the 2022 draft from UNC, Howell’s transition to the Seahawks offers the team a seasoned backup for Geno Smith, particularly after Drew Lock‘s departure to the New York Giants. Howell’s entry into Seattle comes with a track record of 18 professional starts, poised to add depth and experience to their quarterback position.

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