The Eagles have traded an undisclosed future draft pick and reserve linebacker Mark Simoneau to the New Orleans Saints for wide receiver Donte’ Stallworth.
Though it’s not news that the Eagles have wanted to upgrade their receiving corps, the timing of this trade is a bit surprising. From a fantasy perspective, this helps Stallworth’s long-term value as the Eagles’ offense is more pass friendly than the Saints’. However, it will take some time to acclimate, so don’t expect him to contribute immediately.
On the other side, the effect on Reggie Brown will be mixed. He’ll benefit from the extra attention Stallworth will demand, but he’ll also lose a few targets, so right now I see this as a short-term wash, making me a little leery of drafting either guy too early until things shake out.
From a QB perspective, this move certainly helps Donovan McNabb while hurting Drew Brees.
