Commanders trading quarterback Sam Howell to Seahawks for draft picks: report
WASHINGTON - The Washington Commanders are trading quarterback Sam Howell to the Seattle Seahawks in a pick swap, according to NFL insider Adam Schefter.
The Commanders 2023 starting quarterback is reportedly being sent to Seattle for a third-round (No. 78) and a fifth-round (No. 152) pick.
Schefter reports that the Seahawks will also receive a fourth-round pick (No. 102) and a sixth (No. 179) from the Commanders.
LANDOVER, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 10: Sam Howell #14 of the Washington Commanders attempts a pass during the third quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at FedExField on September 10, 2023 in Landover, Maryland. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
In his second season with the Commanders, Howell showed flashes of promise but struggled to stay consistent. He played in all 17 games in 2023 and threw for 3,946 yards with 21 touchdowns and 21 interceptions. He also rushed for 263 yards and ran in 5 touchdowns.
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