Adam Schefter reports that the Seahawks are finalizing a trade to send TE Nick Vannett to the Steelers.
- Tom Pelissero reports that the Steelers traded a fifth-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft in exchange for Vannett.
Steelers TE Vance McDonald’s is dealing with a shoulder injury, which may explain why Pittsburgh made this move
Vannett, 26, is a former third-round pick in the 2016 NFL Draft by the Seahawks out of Ohio State. He is in the final year of his four-year, $3,056,880 rookie contract and set to make a base salary of $736,000 this season.
So far this season, Vannett has appeared in three games for the Seahawks and recorded four receptions on five targets for 38 yards (9.5 YPC) and no touchdowns. Pro Football Focus has him rated as the No. 55 overall tight end out of 67 qualifying players.
We’ll provide more information on the Seahawks’ trade compensation when the news is available.
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