NFL Trade Verdict

Even Trade

Seattle acquired 1988 fifth round pick (#120-Chris Gaines) from Dallas Cowboys on 1987-08-25, sending Ron Essink in return. This transaction fits Seattle's broader roster-building record for 1987: targeted asset movement, limited known aftershocks, and no obvious franchise-altering result. The Seahawks' C+ grade is tied to receiving 1988 fifth round pick (#120-Chris Gaines) while parting with Ron Essink. Dallas Cowboys's side is graded C because the exchange appears roughly balanced from the available record.

August 25, 1987 Seattle SeahawksDallas Cowboys Confidence: medium Tier: standard Provisional Record

Seattle Seahawks Received

  • pick 1988 fifth round pick (#120-Chris Gaines)

Trade Summary

Seattle acquired 1988 fifth round pick (#120-Chris Gaines) from Dallas Cowboys on 1987-08-25, sending Ron Essink in return. This transaction fits Seattle's broader roster-building record for 1987: targeted asset movement, limited known aftershocks, and no obvious franchise-altering result. The Seahawks' C+ grade is tied to receiving 1988 fifth round pick (#120-Chris Gaines) while parting with Ron Essink. Dallas Cowboys's side is graded C because the exchange appears roughly balanced from the available record.

Trade Analysis

Seattle acquired 1988 fifth round pick (#120-Chris Gaines) from Dallas Cowboys on 1987-08-25, sending Ron Essink in return. This transaction fits Seattle's broader roster-building record for 1987: targeted asset movement, limited known aftershocks, and no obvious franchise-altering result. The Seahawks' C+ grade is tied to receiving 1988 fifth round pick (#120-Chris Gaines) while parting with Ron Essink. Dallas Cowboys's side is graded C because the exchange appears roughly balanced from the available record. The partner acquired the known player while surrendering draft flexibility.