NFL Trade Verdict
Houston Texans Win
Atlanta sent Matt Schaub—a young, talented backup who had never started—and the 10th overall pick (Amobi Okoye) to Houston for the 8th pick (Jamaal Anderson), a second-rounder (Justin Blalock), and a 2008 second (Fred Davis). Schaub became a Pro Bowl quarterback, leading Houston to multiple playoff runs and posting several 4,000-yard seasons. Jamaal Anderson had minimal impact. Atlanta's return did not approach the value of what they surrendered
Atlanta Falcons Received
- pick 2007 1st round pick (8th overall, Jamaal Anderson ), 2007 2nd round pick (39th overall, Justin Blalock )
- pick 2008 2nd round pick (48th overall subsequently traded, Fred Davis )
Houston Texans Received
- player Matt Schaub
- pick 2007 1st round pick (10th overall, Amobi Okoye )
Trade Analysis
Houston Texans received Matt Schaub; 2007 1st round pick (10th overall, Amobi Okoye) and gave up 2007 1st round pick (8th overall, Jamaal Anderson), 2007 2nd round pick (39th overall, Justin Blalock); 2008 2nd round pick (48th overall subsequently traded, Fred Davis).