Green Bay Packers

Seattle acquired 2026 7th round pick (236th overall, Andre Fuller); 2026 7th round pick (255th overall, Michael Dansby) from Green Bay Packers on 2026-04-25, sending 2026 6th round pick (216th overall, Trey Smack) in return. From a hindsight view, the Seahawks neither created a defining win nor suffered a major loss here. The important public-facing detail is the actual exchange — 2026 7th round pick (236th overall, Andre Fuller); 2026 7th round pick (255th overall, Michael Dansby) for 2026 6th round pick (216th overall, Trey Smack) — rather than a forced storyline. That makes the row useful for database completeness while keeping it below the major-trade tier.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired veteran pass rusher Preston Smith from Green Bay for a seventh-round pick. Smith provided experienced edge depth for Pittsburgh's defensive line. Analysis: Preston Smith, a veteran with double-digit sack seasons on his resume, came at the cost of a seventh-round pick — minimal draft capital for a legitimate edge presence. Even in a depth role, Smith's experience and pass-rush knowledge justify the cost. Original "Green Bay Packers Win" overstates Green Bay's gain (a late seventh) versus Pittsburgh receiving a veteran contributor. Upgrading to slight Steelers edge.

Summary: Jacksonville acquired Cole Van Lanen from Green Bay Packers for 2023 7th round pick (242nd overall, Anthony Johnson). Analysis: This was a late-round or depth-chart exchange with limited franchise impact. The value difference is small enough to treat as essentially even.

Denver acquired 2022 5th round pick (171st overall, Luke Wattenberg) from Green Bay Packers for 2022 5th round pick (179th overall, Kingsley Enagbare) and 2022 7th round pick (234th overall, Jonathan Ford). This was primarily a draft-position exchange, with Denver reshaping its pick stack rather than adding an established player. The grades stay conservative because the historical value depends on how the selected players developed after the swap.

Minnesota received 2022 2nd round pick (53rd overall subsequently traded, Alec Pierce) and 2022 2nd round pick (59th overall, Ed Ingram) and sent 2022 2nd round pick (34th overall, Christian Watson).

Seattle moved down from #21 to #30 in the 2019 first round with Green Bay, adding multiple fourth-round picks. This was part of Seattle's broader 2019 draft-capital rebuild after the Frank Clark trade. The move created flexibility, but Green Bay used the original slot on safety Darnell Savage while Seattle continued to churn the board. The B grade reflects useful asset management rather than a clean player-for-player win.

Seattle acquired Brett Hundley from Green Bay Packers on 2018-08-29, sending 2019 6th round pick (194th overall, Dexter Williams) in return. This transaction fits Seattle's broader roster-building record for 2018: targeted asset movement, limited known aftershocks, and no obvious franchise-altering result. The Seahawks' B grade is tied to receiving Brett Hundley while parting with 2019 6th round pick (194th overall, Dexter Williams). Green Bay Packers's side is graded C because the exchange appears roughly balanced from the available record.

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.

Denver acquired 2017 5th round pick (172nd overall, Isaiah McKenzie) from Green Bay Packers for 2017 5th round pick (175th overall, DeAngelo Yancey) and 2017 7th round pick (238th overall, Devante Mays). This was primarily a draft-position exchange, with Denver reshaping its pick stack rather than adding an established player. The grades stay conservative because the historical value depends on how the selected players developed after the swap.

Denver acquired 2013 5th round pick (146th overall, Quanterus Smith) and 2013 6th round pick (173rd overall, Vinston Painter) from Green Bay Packers for 2013 4th round pick (125th overall, Johnathan Franklin). This was primarily a draft-position exchange, with Denver reshaping its pick stack rather than adding an established player. The grades stay conservative because the historical value depends on how the selected players developed after the swap.

Denver packaged mid- and late-round picks to Green Bay and came away with the fourth-round slot used on Julius Thomas, plus Virgil Green. Thomas later became a major red-zone weapon in the Manning offense, while Green added useful tight end depth. The Broncos got more practical value from the exchange.

Summary: Jacksonville acquired a conditional 2011 pick (not conveyed) from Green Bay Packers for Anthony Smith. Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange. Jacksonville addressed a roster or draft-board preference, while the partner received comparable value in return.

Minnesota received 2008 5th round pick (137th overall, John David Booty) and sent 2008 5th round pick (150th overall, Breno Giacomini) and 2008 7th round pick (209th overall, Matt Flynn).

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 2007 4th round pick (112th overall, Daniel Sepulveda) from Green Bay Packers for 2007 4th round pick (119th overall, Allen Barbre) and 2007 6th round pick (193rd overall, Mason Crosby). Analysis: The trade grades against Pittsburgh because the outgoing side carried more durable value, stronger draft upside, or a better long-term return for Green Bay Packers.

Denver acquired Javon Walker from Green Bay Packers in exchange for 2006 2nd round pick (37th overall subsequently traded, Jimmy Williams). Denver paid draft capital for Javon Walker, making this a targeted personnel acquisition instead of a pure pick shuffle. The Broncos grade of C reflects the balance between immediate roster help and the opportunity cost of the pick sent to Green Bay Packers.

Summary: Jacksonville acquired 2004 3rd round pick (87th overall subsequently traded, B.J. Sander) from Green Bay Packers for 2004 3rd round pick (70th overall, Joey Thomas), 2004 4th round pick (102nd overall subsequently traded, Will Poole). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange. Jacksonville addressed a roster or draft-board preference, while the partner received comparable value in return.

Seattle acquired 2003 5th round pick (165th overall, Chris Davis); 2003 6th round pick (203rd overall subsequently traded, Kareem Kelly) from Green Bay Packers on 2003-04-27, sending 2003 5th round pick (147th overall, James Lee) in return. From a hindsight view, the Seahawks neither created a defining win nor suffered a major loss here. The important public-facing detail is the actual exchange — 2003 5th round pick (165th overall, Chris Davis); 2003 6th round pick (203rd overall subsequently traded, Kareem Kelly) for 2003 5th round pick (147th overall, James Lee) — rather than a forced storyline. That makes the row useful for database completeness while keeping it below the major-trade tier.

Seattle traded down from #20 to #28 in the 2002 draft, landing TE Jerramy Stevens and a second-round pick while Green Bay took WR Javon Walker. The extra second-rounder gave Seattle real flexibility, but the player outcomes complicate the trade. Stevens became a recognizable but inconsistent part of the early-2000s Seahawks, while Walker had the higher peak before injuries changed his career. This sits as a B-level draft move: rational process, usable return, but no clean Seahawks win in hindsight.

Seattle sent the #10 overall pick and a 3rd-rounder to Green Bay for backup QB Matt Hasselbeck and the #17 pick, which became G Steve Hutchinson. Hasselbeck became a Pro Bowl quarterback and led Seattle to Super Bowl XL, while Hutchinson developed into a Hall of Fame guard. This trade launched Seattle's modern era. Hasselbeck stabilized quarterback for nearly a decade, and Hutchinson anchored an elite line that helped Shaun Alexander win MVP honors. Green Bay's side, Jamal Reynolds, became one of the era's most notorious first-round busts. Winner: Seattle Seahawks, historically.

Denver traded Nate Wayne to Green Bay for a fourth-round pick that became Ben Hamilton. Hamilton became a long-term interior line contributor, making the return more valuable than the departing linebacker. This was strong roster churn by Denver.

Seattle traded RB Ahman Green and a fifth-round pick to Green Bay for CB Fred Vinson and a sixth-round pick, giving away a future Packers star before his breakout. Green was blocked in Seattle and not yet viewed as a franchise runner, but the result was brutal. He became a four-time Pro Bowler and the 2003 NFC rushing leader in Green Bay, while Seattle received little lasting value. The F grade is warranted because the Seahawks lost a future star for a marginal return at a position where the payoff never materialized.

Denver acquired 2001 7th round pick (219th overall subsequently traded, Kynan Forney) from Green Bay Packers for David Bowens. Denver converted David Bowens into draft capital, a practical roster-management decision rather than a franchise-shaping swing. The Broncos grade stays at C because the return was useful but limited, while Green Bay Packers lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Seattle acquired Derrick Mayes from Green Bay Packers on 1999-08-31, sending 2000 7th round pick (229th overall, Ron Moore) in return. Seattle's side of this 1999 draft-capital exchange was straightforward: the Seahawks received Derrick Mayes and surrendered 2000 7th round pick (229th overall, Ron Moore). The B grade reflects the known return, while Green Bay Packers's C grade accounts for the countervalue. The trade belongs as a standard database entry because its documented impact was real but not franchise-shaping.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired (past considerations) from Green Bay Packers for Jahine Arnold. Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Green Bay Packers received comparable value in return. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.

Denver acquired (past considerations) from Green Bay Packers for Seth Joyner. This remains a low-scale transaction built around cash, conditional terms, or incomplete draft compensation. It is retained for trade-history completeness, with conservative grades because the verified long-term impact is limited.

Summary: Jacksonville traded veteran DT Paul Frase to Green Bay for a 6th-round pick (Kevin McLeod, 182nd). Analysis: Frase was a depth lineman at the tail end of his career. Extracting any pick value for an aging reserve is roster management, not a win. McLeod had a brief career as a fullback. Grade of C is accurate — this is a minor depth swap with negligible franchise consequence.

Seattle acquired Matt LaBounty from Green Bay Packers on 1996-06-27, sending Eugene Robinson in return. The trade is best understood as a narrow roster or draft-position move. Seattle acquired Matt LaBounty and gave up Eugene Robinson, with the available evidence supporting a C grade rather than a stronger verdict. It should remain in the public database, but the analysis should not pretend it changed the arc of Seahawks history.

Summary: Jacksonville acquired Mark Brunell from Green Bay for a 3rd-round pick (William Henderson, 66th) and a 5th-round pick (Travis Jervey, 170th). Analysis: This is the single most consequential trade in Jaguars history. Brunell became the franchise quarterback, leading Jacksonville to back-to-back AFC Championship appearances (1996, 1999) and setting nearly every passing record in franchise history at the time. The Packers already had Brett Favre and had no use for Brunell; Jacksonville paid mid-round picks for a franchise-altering quarterback. The value disparity is enormous. Henderson became a solid fullback — the Packers won their side of the player exchange — but Jacksonville's organizational return is incomparable. A+ is the correct grade. Arguably the best trade in franchise history. It remains the gold-standard trade win in Jaguars history.

Denver acquired 1994 seventh round pick (#212-Butler By'not'e) from Green Bay Packers for Doug Widell. Denver converted Doug Widell into draft capital, a practical roster-management decision rather than a franchise-shaping swing. The Broncos grade stays at C because the return was useful but limited, while Green Bay Packers lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Seattle acquired Dave McCloughan from Green Bay Packers on 1993-04-26, sending 1993 sixth round pick (#141-Doug Evans) in return. The trade is best understood as a narrow roster or draft-position move. Seattle acquired Dave McCloughan and gave up 1993 sixth round pick (#141-Doug Evans), with the available evidence supporting a B grade rather than a stronger verdict. It should remain in the public database, but the analysis should not pretend it changed the arc of Seahawks history.

Seattle acquired 1988 eleventh round pick (#284-Rick McLeod) from Green Bay Packers on 1987-08-26, sending Dave Brown (Steven) in return. From a hindsight view, the Seahawks neither created a defining win nor suffered a major loss here. The important public-facing detail is the actual exchange — 1988 eleventh round pick (#284-Rick McLeod) for Dave Brown (Steven) — rather than a forced storyline. That makes the row useful for database completeness while keeping it below the major-trade tier.

Seattle acquired 1987 twelfth round pick (#312-Wes Dove) from Green Bay Packers on 1986-08-19, sending Dan Ross in return. This transaction fits Seattle's broader roster-building record for 1986: targeted asset movement, limited known aftershocks, and no obvious franchise-altering result. The Seahawks' C+ grade is tied to receiving 1987 twelfth round pick (#312-Wes Dove) while parting with Dan Ross. Green Bay Packers's side is graded C because the exchange appears roughly balanced from the available record.

Denver acquired 1986 sixth round pick (#152-Orson Mobley) from Green Bay Packers for Scott Brunner. Denver converted Scott Brunner into draft capital, a practical roster-management decision rather than a franchise-shaping swing. The Broncos grade stays at C because the return was useful but limited, while Green Bay Packers lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Vikings received Jan Stenerud; sent 1985 seventh round pick (#171-Eric Wilson (Wendell)).

Denver acquired 1984 eighth round pick (#207-Winford Hood) from Green Bay Packers for Greg Boyd (Earl). Denver converted Greg Boyd (Earl) into draft capital, a practical roster-management decision rather than a franchise-shaping swing. The Broncos grade stays at C because the return was useful but limited, while Green Bay Packers lands at C based on the player value it acquired.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Dave Pureifory / Dave Pureifoy from Green Bay Packers for 1978 fifth round pick (#128-Willie Wilder). Analysis: The trade grades against Pittsburgh because the outgoing side carried more durable value, stronger draft upside, or a better long-term return for Green Bay Packers.

Seattle acquired cash from Green Bay Packers on 1976-09-21, sending Don Hansen in return. The value case for Seattle comes down to the direct asset exchange: cash for Don Hansen. There is no clear evidence of a major downstream swing, so the grade stays modest rather than inflated. For TradeVerdicts, this row matters because it preserves the transaction trail without overstating the long-term Seahawks impact.

Denver acquired Bill Bain from Green Bay Packers in exchange for 1977 third round pick (#74-Rick Scribner). Denver paid draft capital for Bill Bain, making this a targeted personnel acquisition instead of a pure pick shuffle. The Broncos grade of C reflects the balance between immediate roster help and the opportunity cost of the pick sent to Green Bay Packers.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1977 fourth round pick (#93-Ted Petersen) from Green Bay Packers for Bob Barber. Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Green Bay Packers received comparable value in return.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1976 third round pick (#70-Ron Coder) from Green Bay Packers for Bruce Van Dyke. Analysis: This 1974 transaction with Green Bay Packers registered as a roughly balanced exchange. Both clubs addressed their stated roster or draft-board priorities without a clear winner emerging from the historical record. The assets involved were comparable in tier and subsequent career value.

Vikings received 1972 third round pick (#59-Bart Buetow); sent rights to Zeke Bratkowski.

Denver acquired Don Horn; 1971 first round pick (#12-Marv Montgomery) from Green Bay Packers in exchange for Alden Roche; 1971 first round pick (#9-John Brockington). This was primarily a draft-position exchange, with Denver reshaping its pick stack rather than adding an established player. The grades stay conservative because the historical value depends on how the selected players developed after the swap.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired John Rowser from Green Bay Packers for John Hilton. Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Green Bay Packers received comparable value in return.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Dick Capp from Green Bay Packers for 1969 sixth round pick (#134-Ron Jones (a)). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Green Bay Packers received comparable value in return.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Dick Arndt from Green Bay Packers for 1968 fourth round pick (#92-Brendan McCarthy). Analysis: The trade grades against Pittsburgh because the outgoing side carried more durable value, stronger draft upside, or a better long-term return for Green Bay Packers.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Kent Nix from Green Bay Packers for 1968 fifth round pick (#120-Steve Duich). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Green Bay Packers received comparable value in return.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Ron Smith (C.) from Green Bay Packers for 1967 fifth round pick (#116-Dwight Hood). Analysis: This 1966 transaction with Green Bay Packers registered as a roughly balanced exchange. Both clubs addressed their stated roster or draft-board priorities without a clear winner emerging from the historical record. The assets involved were comparable in tier and subsequent career value.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Lloyd Voss; Tony Jeter from Green Bay Packers for 1967 first round pick (#9-Bob Hyland). Analysis: The trade grades against Pittsburgh because the outgoing side carried more durable value, stronger draft upside, or a better long-term return for Green Bay Packers.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Gene Breen / Joe Breen from Green Bay Packers for draft pick (?-?). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Green Bay Packers received comparable value in return. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Urban Henry from Green Bay Packers for draft pick (possibly 1965 #59-Jim Harvey). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Green Bay Packers received comparable value in return. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Tom Bettis from Green Bay Packers for 1963 third round pick (#39-Dennis Claridge); 1963 seventh round pick (#95-Olin Hill). Analysis: The trade grades against Pittsburgh because the outgoing side carried more durable value, stronger draft upside, or a better long-term return for Green Bay Packers.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired future considerations / undisclosed terms (?) from Green Bay Packers for Howie Ferguson. Analysis: The trade grades against Pittsburgh because the outgoing side carried more durable value, stronger draft upside, or a better long-term return for Green Bay Packers. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Howie Ferguson from Green Bay Packers for 1959 draft pick (?-?). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Green Bay Packers received comparable value in return. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Dick Christy from Green Bay Packers for 1959 fifth round pick (#55-Andy Cvercko / Andy Cverko). Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Green Bay Packers received comparable value in return.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired 1950 fifth round pick (#56-Tom Rowe) from Green Bay Packers for undisclosed compensation. Analysis: The trade grades against Pittsburgh because the outgoing side carried more durable value, stronger draft upside, or a better long-term return for Green Bay Packers. The grade is deliberately conservative because part of the source record is incomplete, conditional, approximate, or still too recent for a firm historical verdict.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Henry Bruder / Hank Bruder from Green Bay Packers for Lou Midler / Lew Midler. Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Green Bay Packers received comparable value in return.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Bernie Scherer from Green Bay Packers for cash. Analysis: Pittsburgh paid cash — the lowest tier of trade capital — to acquire this player from Green Bay Packers. Cash deals in this era reflected waiver-wire-level value or end-of-contract moves; they rarely involved difference-makers. The transaction registered as a minor personnel adjustment rather than a strategic shift.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired rights to Pat McCarty; rights to Lou Midler / Lew Midler from Green Bay Packers for Charles Goldenberg / Buckets Goldenberg; Chester Johnston / Swede Johnston. Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Green Bay Packers received comparable value in return.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Charles Goldenberg / Buckets Goldenberg; Chester Johnston / Swede Johnston; Walt Bartanen / Walt Baratanen from Green Bay Packers for Ray King; Ed Brett / Eddie Brett; rights to Pat McCarty. Analysis: The available record points to a balanced exchange rather than a clear steal. Pittsburgh addressed its roster or draft-board preference, while Green Bay Packers received comparable value in return.

Summary: Pittsburgh acquired Ben Smith (a) from Green Bay Packers for cash. Analysis: Pittsburgh paid cash — the lowest tier of trade capital — to acquire this player from Green Bay Packers. Cash deals in this era reflected waiver-wire-level value or end-of-contract moves; they rarely involved difference-makers. The transaction registered as a minor personnel adjustment rather than a strategic shift.