NFL Trade Verdict

Minnesota Vikings Win

Minnesota acquired Sam Howell and a 2025 fifth-round pick while sending Seattle a higher fifth-rounder. The Vikings gained quarterback depth and preserved useful draft value.

April 26, 2025 Minnesota Vikings ↔ Seattle Seahawks Confidence: medium Tier: major

Minnesota Vikings Received

pick 2025 5th round pick (172nd overall subsequently traded, Chris Paul )
player Sam Howell

Seattle Seahawks Received

pick 2025 5th round pick (142nd overall, Rylie Mills )

Minnesota Vikings

B-

Seattle Seahawks

Trade Analysis

Seattle moved up in the fifth round, but Minnesota’s combination of Sam Howell and draft value gives the Vikings the stronger side.