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Seahawks acquire Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson from Colts

6 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 5:44 PM

Last updated Oct 27, 2026

Seahawks acquire Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson from Colts

Summary

The Seattle Seahawks have traded for eight-time Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson from the Indianapolis Colts. Nelson is headed to Seattle in exchange for a third-round pick in 2027 and a fifth-round pick in 2028. The move marks a significant step in the Colts' roster overhaul as they currently sit at 2-5. Indianapolis may pursue similar trades involving other valuable players like defensive tackle DeForest Buckner and running back Jonathan Taylor in the coming weeks.

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Status Watch

•Quenton Nelson traded to Seahawks from Colts for draft picks.
•Colts are restructuring their roster after a 2-5 start.
•Nelson is an eight-time Pro Bowl guard.
•Seattle receives Nelson in exchange for a third and fifth round pick.
•Other Colts players may also be available for trade.

Latest Updates

5:42 PMESPN — Sources: Seahawks acquire Pro Bowl guard Nelson in trade with Colts
5:33 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles showed interest in Quenton Nelson before the Seahawks trade
5:32 PMYahoo Sports — Seahawks trade for Colts superstar guard Quenton Nelson
4:41 PMYahoo Sports — Colts trade All-Pro G Quenton Nelson to Seattle; what we know

What they're saying

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The Colts have agreed to trade eight-time Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson to the Seahawks, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
— ESPN