Seahawks Trade for WR Rashid Shaheed, Awaiting Physical Completion

The Seattle Seahawks have strengthened their offense by trading for wide receiver Rashid Shaheed from the New Orleans Saints. This acquisition comes just before the NFL trade deadline and is contingent upon Shaheed passing a physical examination.

Trade Details

In exchange for Shaheed, the Seahawks will send two future draft picks to the Saints, specifically a fourth and a fifth rounder, both set for the 2026 NFL Draft.

Rashid Shaheed’s Impact

Rashid Shaheed adds significant speed and exciting big-play potential to an already formidable receiving corps. The Seahawks’ roster features standout players like Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Cooper Kupp, and rookie Tory Horton, who has recorded five receiving touchdowns this season.

Player Profile: Rashid Shaheed

• Signed as an undrafted free agent with the Saints in 2022.
• Has recorded 44 receptions for 499 yards and two touchdowns in the first nine games of 2023.
• Notable performance includes an 87-yard touchdown that contributed to a win against the Giants.
• In four seasons, Shaheed amassed 138 catches for 2,055 yards and 12 touchdowns.
• Also contributed as a rusher, with 19 carries for 128 yards and one touchdown.

2022 Season Highlights

Under Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak, Shaheed made a promising start last year, catching 20 passes for 349 yards and three touchdowns before a knee injury sidelined him. He averaged an impressive 17.5 yards per catch.

Return Specialist Achievements

Shaheed has also excelled in special teams, earning first-team All-Pro honors as a punt returner in 2023. His performance included:

• 25 punt returns for 339 yards and one touchdown.
• 28 kick returns totaling 1,479 yards.

Seahawks’ Passing Attack Performance

Even prior to adding Shaheed, the Seahawks have been a powerhouse in passing offense. Quarterback Sam Darnold leads the NFL in both yards per pass attempt (9.6) and yards per completion (13.7). Seattle’s explosive nature is reflected in their stats:

• First in the league with seven completions of over 40 yards.
• Tied for the most completions (34) of 20-plus yards.

As the Seahawks look to enhance their offensive strategy, the addition of Rashid Shaheed could prove crucial as they aim for success in the upcoming season.