Seahawks acquire cornerback Avery Smith from Chargers for 2027 draft pick

The Seattle Seahawks acquired rookie cornerback Avery Smith from the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round draft pick. The trade follows Seattle’s search for a reliable third cornerback to complement Devon Witherspoon and Josh Jobe. Seahawks general manager John Schneider cited Smith’s performance during the preseason and his familiarity with the team's defensive scheme. Smith, an undrafted free agent from Toledo, joins former college teammates Andrew Fuller and Maxen Hook on the Seattle roster. The move comes as head coach Mike Macdonald manages roster adjustments, including the recent signing of Trevon Diggs and the placement of Terrion Arnold on the NFL commissioner's list. Seattle prepares for its season opener against the New England Patriots at Lumen Field.

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