Washington Football Team's decision to trade Sam Howell to the Seattle Seahawks marks the end of Howell's era in Washington. Howell, a talented quarterback, will likely serve as the backup in Seattle. The Seahawks view Howell as a potential high-level starter, younger than Bo Nix, and a valuable addition to their team.
We didn’t really need Howell being traded to know Washington was going QB, did we? Howell or no Howell they were going QB.
John Schneider on adding Sam Howell on @SeattleSports, says he was a player the Seahawks really liked in the 2022 draft, says there were "several teams involved" in trying to trade for him. "He’s a quarterback, but he’s really a football player, that’s what I love about him."
John Schneider on @WymanAndBob makes clear "Geno is the guy and Sam will be backing him up'' of the trade for Sam Howell. Says several other teams were interested in trading for Howell. Notes how young he is -- a year younger than Bo Nix.
Talking to @CorbinSmithNFL about the Sam Howell trade from SEA's perspective: "I believe they think he can be a high level starter, that's what I was told at the combine a couple years ago." Said they considered taking him in the 3rd round in 2022.
Sam Howell was really good against the Ravens in the pre-season (Mike MacDonald). He also had a big game against the Seahawks on the road (312 yds, 3 TDs) this season. But I'm stunned by what SEA gave up for a guy that will start the year as their QB2 most likely. https://t.co/bEzi1hebTZ
I wish we had kept Howell instead of signing Mariota but it's clear Howell will have a better opportunity in Seattle so happy for the player. And WASH does get even more draft capital. https://t.co/A41kpxHT0o
Howell is a smart tough kid. He’s not done. Washington is making the right move; have to pick a QB at 2. Franchise hasn’t solved the position in forever. This gives Howell a chance to be a backup behind a vet and still develop.
The writing was on the wall for Howell the moment the Commanders ended up with the No. 2 pick in this year’s draft. 👇 https://t.co/82uwYiVVwg
And the Sam Howell era is officially over in Washington. Think he has a lot of talent, hopefully he's given another opportunity to showcase it https://t.co/RgctV9KEw8