The NFL offseason is heating up as the Las Vegas Raiders and Seattle Seahawks consider a high-profile trade involving tight end Michael Mayer and running back Zach Charbonnet. With changes looming in Seattle's offensive lineup, including the release of Tyler Lockett and a trade request from DK Metcalf, Charbonnet’s future with the Seahawks may be in jeopardy. The Seahawks already have promising backup Kenny McIntosh, making Charbonnet potentially expendable as they rebuild under new offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak.

On the Raiders' side, Mayer, drafted early in the second round from Notre Dame, is facing competition after the selection of Brock Bowers in the first round. With a shift to a one-tight-end system, Mayer risks being sidelined. If traded to Seattle, Charbonnet could earn a substantial role, serving as a power back in short-yardage scenarios, reminiscent of previous setups under Chip Kelly.