The Indianapolis Colts have traded All-Pro guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks, a person with knowledge of the agreement told the Associated Press on Tuesday. The individual spoke on condition of anonymity because the move had not been announced by either club.
Under the arrangement, the Colts will receive a third-round draft pick and a fifth-round pick in return for the 30-year-old Nelson, the person said. Nelson has been selected to the Pro Bowl eight times and has earned All-Pro honors during his career, marking him as one of the league's more decorated interior offensive linemen.
The transaction comes as the Colts undergo organizational changes. Indianapolis fired general manager Chris Ballard last week amid a skid, and the trade signals a significant roster adjustment for the franchise.
For Seattle, acquiring Nelson adds an experienced, high-profile guard to its roster. The deal has not been publicly confirmed by either team, and further details were not immediately available.