A new trade proposal suggests the Seattle Seahawks could acquire a major asset to strengthen their offense for Sam Darnold and the team.
The Seahawks have already made some significant free agency moves, including the additions of quarterback Sam Darnold, wide receiver Cooper Kupp, and defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence. But could a big trade be next?
According to FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz, the Super Bowl-winning Philadelphia Eagles may consider trading tight end Dallas Goedert this offseason to address their tight salary cap situation. Recently, NFL Trade Rumors’ Ethan Woodie proposed five potential trade scenarios for the star tight end, with one involving the Seahawks acquiring him in exchange for fifth- and seventh-round picks in this year’s draft.
“Seattle is undergoing a transformation of its own, revamping its offense with new pieces,” Woodie wrote. “Out are QB Geno Smith and fan-favorite WRs DK Metcalf and Tyler Lockett; in are QB Sam Darnold and Cooper Kupp to boost the receiver group. While there are still gaps at receiver and on the interior offensive line, the tight end position could also use improvement.”
Noah Fant is a reliable player, and the Seahawks invested a fourth-round pick in AJ Barner last year, but they haven’t seen consistent production at tight end in recent seasons. Fant, despite his solid play, has never been a major receiving threat. Goedert could bring an added dynamic to the offense, which would benefit Darnold greatly.
Goedert, 30, played only 10 games last season due to injury, recording 42 receptions for 496 yards and two touchdowns. He had a strong playoff showing as well, catching 17 passes for 215 yards and a touchdown over four games.
The Seahawks may be looking for an upgrade over Fant, who is solid but not spectacular. However, if they pursue Goedert, they would need to consider the financial aspects. Goedert has one year left on his contract with a cap hit of about $11.8 million, and additional void years afterward. The Seahawks have ample cap space, so they could likely absorb the hit.
On the other hand, the Eagles would face about $9.6 million in dead money if they trade him, although they could spread this out if the trade occurs after June 1, which could affect their decision.
It remains possible that the Seahawks stick with Fant and Barner at tight end, or they may decide to address the position in the upcoming NFL Draft. However, if they pursue a trade for Goedert, it would be a significant upgrade to their offense.
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