NFL Trade Verdict
New Orleans Saints Win
The New Orleans Saints acquired Jonathan Vilma from the New York Jets for a 2008 fourth-round pick. Vilma became a defensive captain in New Orleans, remained a high-impact linebacker, and helped lead the Saints defense during their Super Bowl XLIV championship run.
New Orleans Saints Received
- player Jonathan Vilma
New York Jets Received
- pick 2008 4th round pick (113th overall, Dwight Lowery )
Trade Analysis
The New Orleans Saints acquired Jonathan Vilma from the New York Jets for a 2008 fourth-round pick that became Dwight Lowery. Vilma became a defensive captain in New Orleans, earned Pro Bowl recognition with the Saints, and helped lead the defense during the Super Bowl XLIV championship season. The Jets received a useful defensive back in Lowery, but New Orleans captured the clear hindsight edge because Vilma became a core piece of a championship team.