Seattle sent the Giants a 2024 second-round pick and 2025…
Seattle sent the Giants a 2024 second-round pick and 2025 fifth for Leonard Williams, then re-signed him after the season. Williams has become a defensive centerpiece, recording four sacks in 10 games after the trade, 11 sacks in 2024 and seven more in 2025. New York used the picks on safety Tyler Nubin and lineman Marcus Mbow, who have combined for 27 starts. Both sides did well, but Williams’ sustained impact now gives Seattle the edge.
New York Giants Received
- pick 2024 2nd round pick (47th overall, Tyler Nubin)
- pick 2025 5th round pick (154th overall, Marcus Mbow)
Seattle Seahawks Received
- player Leonard Williams
Trade Analysis
Seattle acquired Leonard Williams at the 2023 deadline for a 2024 second-round pick and a 2025 fifth. The Seahawks were 5-2 and believed the veteran defensive lineman could strengthen a contender. New York was 2-6 and chose to convert an expensive veteran into future draft capital rather than carry him through a losing season.
Williams immediately helped Seattle, starting all 10 games after the trade and recording 41 tackles and four sacks. The more important development came the following offseason, when the Seahawks re-signed him instead of letting the acquisition become a two-month rental. In 2024 he produced one of the best seasons of his career: 11 sacks, 16 tackles for loss, 28 quarterback hits and a 92-yard interception return touchdown. He followed with seven sacks and 62 tackles in 2025. Across his first 44 regular-season games with Seattle, Williams generated 22 sacks and became a core interior defender.
The Giants also received meaningful results. They used the 2024 second-round pick, No. 47, on safety Tyler Nubin. He started 13 games as a rookie and recorded 98 tackles despite missing the final four contests, then added 78 tackles in 13 games with 11 starts in 2025. The 2025 fifth-round pick became offensive lineman Marcus Mbow, who appeared in 13 games and made three starts as a rookie. New York therefore turned one veteran into two young players who have already started games.
This is a strong trade on both sides. The Giants correctly sold during a poor season and replenished the roster with inexpensive talent. Seattle paid a meaningful Day 2 price, but the concern about a short rental disappeared once Williams re-signed and produced at an elite level.
The original B/B even grade should move slightly toward Seattle. Williams’ 2024 breakout and continued 2025 production justify an A- for the Seahawks. New York deserves a B+ because Nubin and Mbow have produced legitimate young-roster value. Seattle wins narrowly because it acquired and retained the best player in the deal.