Kenny Pickett and Sam Howell have made NFL history by becoming the only players to be traded three times before reaching their fourth season. Both quarterbacks were selected in the 2022 draft, with Pickett going first-round and Howell fifth-round.
Pickett’s trade journey began when he was dealt from the Steelers to the Eagles in 2024, followed by a move to the Browns in March of this year, before finally landing with the Raiders. Howell’s path was similarly unpredictable, starting with a trade from the Commanders to the Seahawks in 2024, then to the Vikings during the 2025 draft, and ending with a swap to the Eagles on Sunday.
Although some notable players, such as Eric Dickerson, Brandin Cooks, Randy Moss, and Brandon Marshall, have experienced multiple trades throughout their careers, none had reached the same milestone before even starting their fourth season. Pickett and Howell’s unprecedented trade history now secures their place in NFL lore.
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