The New Orleans Saints haven't been shy about shaking things up after a disappointing season.
Apparently that extends to almost everyone on their roster.
NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported Tuesday of a trade to ship tight end Jimmy Graham to Seattle, according to a Seahawks source. The Seahawks later confirmed the trade in a release.
(I'll pause to allow Who Dat Nation to stop hyperventilating.)
Last summer, the Saints locked Graham .
Parting ways with a difference-maker and massive matchup problem seems to be incongruous with Sean Payton's offensive that leans on scheme versatility.
However, the three-time player has dealt with injuries that have hindered him the past several seasons. The Saints could believe the first-round pick, a solid center and the ability to shed Graham's contract is worth moving him before his body breaks down further.
When the 28-year-old is healthy, he is a matchup nightmare and one of the best red-zone threats in the NFL.
Somewhere Russell Wilson is dancing with joy.
The Seahawks' biggest need this offseason was a red-zone threat and a tight end. In one swoop they have gotten a player that can dominate.
The Saints parted ways with a player in his prime and the NFC Champions picked up a killer weapon. As in life, often times the rich do get richer.
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