Las Vegas Raiders Win
Seattle moved down three spots in the 2005 first round, taking C Chris Spencer at #26 and adding fourth-rounder Ray Willis. Spencer and Willis both gave Seattle offensive-line depth during the Mike Holmgren era, but neither became a true foundational piece. The Raiders took Fabian Washington at #23, making this a fairly balanced exchange of need and draft value. The B grade reflects practical roster work, not a major talent heist.
Seattle Seahawks Received
- pick 2005 1st round pick (26th overall, Chris Spencer )
- pick 2005 4th round pick (105th overall, Ray Willis )
Las Vegas Raiders Received
- pick 2005 1st round pick (23rd overall, Fabian Washington )
Trade Summary
Seattle moved down three spots in the 2005 first round, taking C Chris Spencer at #26 and adding fourth-rounder Ray Willis. Spencer and Willis both gave Seattle offensive-line depth during the Mike Holmgren era, but neither became a true foundational piece. The Raiders took Fabian Washington at #23, making this a fairly balanced exchange of need and draft value. The B grade reflects practical roster work, not a major talent heist.
Trade Analysis
Seattle moved down three spots in the 2005 first round, taking C Chris Spencer at #26 and adding fourth-rounder Ray Willis. Spencer and Willis both gave Seattle offensive-line depth during the Mike Holmgren era, but neither became a true foundational piece. The Raiders took Fabian Washington at #23, making this a fairly balanced exchange of need and draft value. The B grade reflects practical roster work, not a major talent heist. The partner surrendered premium draft value to secure its preferred player or slot.