NFL Trade Verdict

Green Bay Packers Win

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.

April 26, 2018 Seattle SeahawksGreen Bay Packers Confidence: high Tier: major

Seattle Seahawks Received

Green Bay Packers Received

Trade Summary

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.

Trade Analysis

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. Green Bay moved up for an elite corner and won the premium-player side of the deal.