The NFC West is the league's most competitive division in 2025, with three teams — the Seattle Seahawks, San Francisco 49ers, and Los Angeles Rams — separated by one game.
There's little between the three sides, both in terms of distance in the postseason race and quality on their rosters. The trade deadline offered each side a chance to bolster their rosters ahead of the stretch run. The Seahawks struck first, acquiring want-away New Orleans Saints wideout Rashid Shaheed.
Shaheed, 27, is one of the league's fastest wideouts, posting the league's eighth-fastest 40-yard dash during a Week 5, 87-yard score. A noted return threat, Shaheed was among the most captivating talents available during this year's trade deadline. He figures to shine alongside Sam Darnold in Seattle's attack.
So, just where will Shaheed sit on the Seahawks' WR depth chart upon arrival? Here's what you need to know.
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Shaheed trade info
Seahawks receive:
- WR Rashid Shaheed
Raiders receive:
- 2026 4th-round pick
- 2026 5th-round pick
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Depth chart: Seahawks WR
| WR | WR | WR | |
| First-team | Jaxon Smith-Njigba | Cooper Kupp | Rashid Shaheed |
| Second-team | Tory Horton | Jake Bobo | Dareke Young |
The Seahawks already flaunt one of the league's best receiving corps, boasting Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Cooper Kupp, and Tory Horton as options for Darnold.
Their acquisition of Shaheed serves only to amplify their offense's efficiency. He has history with Seattle offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak — Shaheed was one of the centerpieces of the Kubiak-led Saints offense last season before suffering a knee injury. As such, Kubiak should be able to work him into his system.
Smith-Njigba's place at the top of the Seahawks' WR trident shouldn't be affected by Shaheed. He's been arguably the league's best pass-catcher thus far, posting more than 120 yards in each of his past four games.
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Kupp missed Seattle's Week 9 fixture against the Washington Commanders with heel and hamstring trouble. He remains the Seahawks' second-leading receiver but has totaled just 293 yards across seven games — an average of 42 yards per game.
Kupp hasn't played a full season since 2021. His pedigree as a slot specialist precedes him, but availability is the best ability in the NFL. Shaheed figures to offer a bit more stability at the position, at least in the short term.
Shaheed's speed also makes him an enticing option opposite Smith-Njigba. If Kupp returns in the coming weeks, Shaheed can move to the outside in a pinch, offering additional flexibility in Kubiak's setup.
Shaheed's acquisition could put Tory Horton on the outs. The fifth-round pick has emerged as a quality contributor lately, tallying five touchdowns this year, including two against the Commanders. His frame makes him a potential red-zone option for Darnold and Co., but Smith-Njigba, Kupp, and Shaheed appear to have the edge if all are available.
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