Colts trade TE Darrell Daniels to Seahawks in return for WR Marcus Johnson

Among some of the shocking news of the day thus far, another move has taken some by surprise in the Indianapolis Colts’ fan base. Reportedly the Colts are trading second-year tight end Darrell Daniels to the Seattle Seahawks in return for receiver Marcus Johnson.

Johnson was in Philadelphia last season with coach Frank Reich, and is a second-year undrafted talent as is Daniels. Johnson played in 10 games for the Eagles last season, was targeted 8 times, recording 5 receptions. Johnson was reportedly playing well for the Seahawks throughout the preseason, but ran into a crowded position.

The same can be said for Daniels who likely would have been cut, but this is somewhat of a head-scratcher…