Seattle and Tennessee exchanged players and draft positions…
Seattle and Tennessee exchanged players and draft positions during the 2010 draft. The Seahawks received LenDale White, Kevin Vickerson, pick 111 and pick 185, while the Titans received picks 104 and 176. Tennessee used No. 104 on Alterraun Verner, who became a Pro Bowl cornerback, while Seattle found useful depth in Walter Thurmond and Anthony McCoy. Verner's peak gives Tennessee the stronger return.
Seattle Seahawks Received
- player Kevin Vickerson
- player LenDale White
- pick 2010 4th round pick (111th overall, Walter Thurmond )
- pick 2010 6th round pick (185th overall, Anthony McCoy )
Tennessee Titans Received
- pick 2010 4th round pick (104th overall, Alterraun Verner )
- pick 2010 6th round pick (176th overall, Rusty Smith )
Trade Analysis
The Exchange
During the fourth round of the 2010 draft, Seattle sent picks 104 and 176 to Tennessee. The Seahawks received running back LenDale White, defensive tackle Kevin Vickerson, pick 111 and pick 185. Seattle used the draft choices on defensive back Walter Thurmond and tight end Anthony McCoy, while Tennessee selected cornerback Alterraun Verner at 104 and quarterback Rusty Smith at 176.
Seattle Seahawks Return
Seattle's veteran portion did not last. White was released before playing a regular-season game for the Seahawks, and Vickerson also had a brief stay. The draft portion was more useful. Thurmond became a contributor in Seattle's secondary, appearing in 34 regular-season games for the club and playing a role during the championship season. McCoy provided several seasons of tight-end depth. That gives Seattle a legitimate return despite the failed veteran bets.
Tennessee Titans Return
Verner changed the value equation. He became a multi-year starter for Tennessee and reached the Pro Bowl after the 2013 season, giving the Titans an upper-level starting corner from the pick acquired in the deal. Smith never became a long-term answer at quarterback, but Tennessee did not need both selections to hit once Verner developed into the most accomplished player in the transaction.
Value in Hindsight
Seattle turned the trade into multiple contributors, which prevents a harsh grade. Yet the Titans transformed the higher pick into a player with a clear peak above anyone Seattle received. When one side lands a Pro Bowl-level starter and the other side gets useful depth, the stronger high-end outcome matters.
Final Verdict
Tennessee earns a B+ and Seattle a B-. Verner supplies the decisive advantage. Seattle still deserves credit for extracting Thurmond and McCoy from the move down, making this a meaningful Titans win rather than a one-sided failure.