Seahawks trade for All-Pro OG Quenton Nelson from Colts

Seahawks Acquire Eight-Time Pro Bowl Guard Quenton Nelson from Colts

The Seattle Seahawks have bolstered their offensive line by acquiring eight-time Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson from the Indianapolis Colts in exchange for a 2027 third-round draft pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick (ESPN, 2026). The trade, which is pending a physical, marks a significant move for the defending Super Bowl champions as they look to improve pass protection for quarterback Sam Darnold and stabilize their rushing attack (NFL.com, 2026). Nelson, a three-time first-team All-Pro who has spent his entire career in Indianapolis since being drafted in 2018, joins a Seattle squad currently sitting at 4-3 (Seahawks.com, 2026). For the rebuilding Colts, the deal provides additional draft capital following the recent firing of general manager Chris Ballard (NFL.com, 2026). Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald noted that Nelson’s arrival will shift second-year guard Grey Zabel to the right side, while Anthony Bradford is expected to move to the bench (NFL.com, 2026).

Seattle Seahawks · Indianapolis Colts · Quenton Nelson · Sam Darnold · Grey Zabel · Anthony Bradford

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