On March 10, 2015, the Saints traded a fourth-round pick and tight end Jimmy Graham to the Seahawks in exchange for a first-round pick and center Max Unger. Many Saints fans experienced collective heart failure that day, as their favorite player was jettisoned to an NFC rival. The Seahawks were looking for a red zone threat, while the Saints were looking to clear cap space and strengthen the offensive line. Both teams got what they wanted.
Almost a season and a half later, the trade’s ripple effects can still be felt by both the Saints and Seahawks.