Three game-changing trade targets for the Seahawks

Seahawks could opt for a proven tight end for less

Tyler Eifert may not be the sexiest name out there, like O.J. Howard, but he’d be a great option for the Seahawks. The Buccaneers will want a nice trade package for their third-year tight end. In fact, they were adamant that he wasn’t available at all until just a day ago. Howard is a solid talent, to be sure, but Eifert’s been better.

Howard’s best season came last year when he caught 34 passes for 565 yards and five scores. Eifert’s best was in 2015, with 52 catches for 615 yards and 13 touchdowns. Yes, I’m aware of the gap between Eifert’s best performance and the current year, but hear me out. This season, Howard has 13 catches for 176 yards and no touchdowns. Meanwhile, Eifert has hauled in 23 passes for 192 yards and a score. Advantage, Eifert.

It’s a fact that Eifert has struggled with injuries throughout his career. In fact, he’s missed 34 games over the past three seasons. Yep, that’s a lot, and that’s a huge red flag. On the bright side, Eifert has played in every game this season. I’ll point out that Howard missed eight games over the past two seasons, and just missed their last contest with a bad hamstring.

Finally, Eifert won’t cost much at all to pry from the Bengals, not nearly as much as the Bucs will ask for Howard. Like Harris, he’s on a one year contract; in Eifert’s case, hes making just $4 million this year. Even more than with the slot corner, it makes sense for the Seahawks to go for a rental here. Will Dissly will be back next year, so Seattle doesn’t need to get a long-term starter at tight end. They just need to cover the position through 2019. Eifert would be a great fit.