Mason Rudolph

Seattle acquired 2018 3rd round pick (79th overall, Rasheem Green); 2018 7th round pick (220th overall, Alex McGough) from Pittsburgh Steelers on 2018-04-27, sending 2018 3rd round pick (76th overall, Mason Rudolph) in return. Seattle's side of this 2018 draft-capital exchange was straightforward: the Seahawks received 2018 3rd round pick (79th overall, Rasheem Green); 2018 7th round pick (220th overall, Alex McGough) and surrendered 2018 3rd round pick (76th overall, Mason Rudolph). The C grade reflects the known return, while Pittsburgh Steelers's C grade accounts for the countervalue. The trade belongs as a minor database entry because its documented impact was real but not franchise-shaping.

Seattle traded down from #18 in 2018, passing the Jaire Alexander slot and later selecting RB Rashaad Penny at #27. Penny showed explosive ability when healthy, but injuries prevented him from becoming the consistent feature back Seattle needed. Green Bay landed Alexander, a premier cornerback, which makes the opportunity cost painful. Jacob Martin added some value from the later picks, but not enough to offset passing on an elite defensive back for an injury-limited running back.