Washington sent picks No. 127, No. 144 and No. 152 to Houston…
Washington sent picks No. 127, No. 144 and No. 152 to Houston for No. 105 and No. 178. Washington selected Roy Helu and Aldrick Robinson, receiving productive offensive seasons from both. Houston used its three picks on Roc Carmichael, Shiloh Keo and T.J. Yates. Yates' emergency quarterback work, including a playoff win as a rookie, gave the Texans meaningful value. Both sides built useful depth from the exchange.
Houston Texans Received
- pick 2011 4th round pick (127th overall, Roc Carmichael)
- pick 2011 5th round pick (144th overall, Shiloh Keo)
- pick 2011 5th round pick (152nd overall, T.J. Yates )
Washington Commanders Received
- pick 2011 4th round pick (105th overall, Roy Helu)
- pick 2011 6th round pick (178th overall, Aldrick Robinson)
Trade Analysis
Why Washington Moved Up
Washington traded three selections to Houston to climb to pick No. 105 in the 2011 fourth round and also acquired No. 178. The Commanders used those choices on running back Roy Helu and receiver Aldrick Robinson. The move concentrated draft capital on two offensive players who both became contributors.
What Washington Received
Helu provided the strongest Washington return. He rushed for more than 1,000 career yards, added substantial receiving production and had stretches as the club's primary back. Robinson developed into a vertical receiving option and played several seasons in the league. Together, they gave Washington meaningful offensive snaps from both acquired picks.
What Houston Built From Three Choices
The Texans selected cornerback Roc Carmichael, safety Shiloh Keo and quarterback T.J. Yates. Carmichael had limited impact, but Keo became a useful defensive and special-teams piece. Yates supplied the most historically significant value. Forced into action as a rookie after injuries, he helped guide Houston to its first division title and started the franchise's first playoff victory.
How the Returns Balance
Washington received more regular offensive production, especially from Helu. Houston received broader depth and a quarterback whose value peaked at exactly the moment the team needed him. Yates was not a long-term starter, but his role in a landmark postseason run matters when judging realized value.
Final Verdict
Even Trade. Washington earns a B- for Helu's productive tenure and Robinson's useful receiving role. Houston earns a B- because Keo contributed and Yates delivered high-leverage quarterback value during the franchise's first playoff season. Neither return clearly separates enough to justify a directional verdict.