Tennessee Titans / Houston Oilers Win
Seattle moved down from #14 in the 1996 first round, passing on the pick that became RB Eddie George and receiving Glenn Montgomery plus pick #17. This was the first step in a draft-day chain rather than a clean one-for-one talent evaluation. Tennessee/Houston used the original slot on Eddie George, a franchise running back and future star, while Seattle converted the move into additional flexibility. The B grade is defensible only because Seattle continued the chain into other assets; as a standalone pass on George, the deal looks less impressive.
Seattle Seahawks Received
- player Glenn Montgomery
- pick 1996 1st round pick (17th overall subsequently traded, Reggie Brown )
Tennessee Titans Houston Oilers Received
- pick 1996 1st round pick (14th overall, Eddie George )
Trade Summary
Seattle moved down from #14 in the 1996 first round, passing on the pick that became RB Eddie George and receiving Glenn Montgomery plus pick #17. This was the first step in a draft-day chain rather than a clean one-for-one talent evaluation. Tennessee/Houston used the original slot on Eddie George, a franchise running back and future star, while Seattle converted the move into additional flexibility. The B grade is defensible only because Seattle continued the chain into other assets; as a standalone pass on George, the deal looks less impressive.
Trade Analysis
Seattle moved down from #14 in the 1996 first round, passing on the pick that became RB Eddie George and receiving Glenn Montgomery plus pick #17. This was the first step in a draft-day chain rather than a clean one-for-one talent evaluation. Tennessee/Houston used the original slot on Eddie George, a franchise running back and future star, while Seattle converted the move into additional flexibility. The B grade is defensible only because Seattle continued the chain into other assets; as a standalone pass on George, the deal looks less impressive. The partner surrendered premium draft value to secure its preferred player or slot.