Rashid Shaheed trade grades: Why both Seahawks, Saints fared well in trade deadline deal

The Seattle Seahawks acquired wide receiver Rashid Shaheed from the New Orleans Saints in exchange for a 2026 fourth-round and a fifth-round pick. This trade reunites Shaheed with Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, who previously worked with him in New Orleans. Shaheed adds a vertical threat to Seattle's receiving corps, complementing existing receivers like Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Cooper Kupp with his ability to stretch the field. The Seahawks, holding a 6-2 record and contending for the NFC West title, are looking to bolster their offense with Shaheed, who is on an expiring contract and has averaged over 14 yards per reception in his career. The New Orleans Saints, currently in a rebuilding phase with a 1-8 record, traded Shaheed to gain future draft capital. Shaheed, an undrafted free agent who became their second-best receiver, was traded for two mid-round picks in 2026, whic... download the app to read more