Seahawks Urged to Add Former NFL Rushing Champ After Quenton Nelson Trade

The Seattle Seahawks stunned the NFL by trading for former Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson on Tuesday. In exchange for Nelson, the team gave the Indianapolis Colts a 2027 third-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round selection. This bold move has strengthened Seattle's interior offensive line, potentially making it easier for their running backs to gain significant yardage.

Currently, Emmanuel Wilson is the team's leading rusher, but he is injured along with Zach Charbonnet and Jadarian Price, who are both recovering from injuries.

Sources suggest that the Seahawks could further bolster their offense by trading for Pro Bowl running back Jonathan Taylor. According to Bleacher Report analyst Alex Kay, acquiring Taylor would elevate Seattle's offense to the league's top tier, allowing the team to replicate the success of their 2022 Super Bowl-winning season. During last year's playoffs, Kenneth Walker III led the offense, but Taylor's experience and proven touchdown ability could provide a more stable foundation.

In his first seven games of the season, Taylor has amassed 587 rushing yards, eight touchdowns, and 178 receiving yards on 17 catches. If the Seahawks secure Taylor, they would possess one of the most formidable running back tandems in the NFL, featuring the dynamic duo of Wilson and Charbonnet.