With the 2026 NFL trade deadline set for November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, teams are evaluating whether to buy, sell, or stand pat as the postseason picture takes shape. CBS Sports has identified one primary position of need for each of the 32 franchises along with potential trade targets.
AFC North
Cincinnati Bengals: Linebacker is the top need. Potential options include Jordyn Brooks (Dolphins) and Daiyan Henley (Chargers).
Cleveland Browns: Tight end depth is a greater need than edge rusher. Potential options: Dallas Goedert (Eagles), Tip Reiman (Cardinals).
Baltimore Ravens: Cornerback help is vital amid injuries. Potential options: Riq Woolen (Eagles), Donte Jackson (Chargers), Alontae Taylor (Titans), Amik Robertson (Commanders), Nahshon Wright (Jets).
Pittsburgh Steelers: Cornerback after trading Joey Porter Jr. Potential options: Riq Woolen (Eagles), Donte Jackson (Chargers), Alontae Taylor (Titans), Amik Robertson (Commanders), Nahshon Wright (Jets).
AFC South
Indianapolis Colts: Wide receiver with Josh Downs on the trade block. Potential options: Jerry Jeudy (Browns), Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars), Calvin Ridley (Titans), Jauan Jennings (Vikings), Quentin Johnston (Chargers).
Jacksonville Jaguars: Defensive line to complement scheme. Potential options: Daron Payne (Commanders), Grover Stewart (Colts), Moro Ojomo (Eagles), Roy Lopez (Cardinals), Zach Sieler (Dolphins).
Houston Texans: Running back explosiveness needed with David Montgomery injured. Potential options: Jonathan Taylor (Colts), Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears (Titans), Alvin Kamara (Saints).
Tennessee Titans: Cornerback after big contracts to Cor'Dale Flott and Alontae Taylor. Potential options: Riq Woolen (Eagles), Donte Jackson (Chargers), Amik Robertson (Commanders), Nahshon Wright (Jets).
AFC East
Buffalo Bills: Safety talent deficiency. Potential options: Budda Baker (Cardinals), Derwin James (Chargers), Amani Hooker (Titans).
Miami Dolphins: Cornerback with young secondary. Potential options: Riq Woolen (Eagles), Donte Jackson (Chargers), Alontae Taylor (Titans), Amik Robertson (Commanders), Nahshon Wright (Jets).
New York Jets: Defensive line interior depth. Potential options: Daron Payne (Commanders), Grover Stewart (Colts), Moro Ojomo (Eagles), Roy Lopez (Cardinals), Zach Sieler (Dolphins).
New England Patriots: Interior offensive line after injuries. Potential options: Landon Dickerson (Eagles), Jackson Powers-Johnson (Raiders), Cesar Ruiz (Saints), Andrew Wylie (Commanders), Teven Jenkins (Browns).
AFC West
Denver Broncos: Offensive tackle long-term need. Potential options: Braden Smith (Texans), Dawand Jones (Browns).
Los Angeles Chargers: Wide receiver despite selling posture. Potential options: Josh Downs (Colts), Jerry Jeudy (Browns), Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars), Calvin Ridley (Titans), Jauan Jennings (Vikings), Quentin Johnston (Chargers).
Kansas City Chiefs: Wide receiver to stretch field. Potential options: Josh Downs (Colts), Jerry Jeudy (Browns), Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars), Calvin Ridley (Titans), Jauan Jennings (Vikings), Quentin Johnston (Chargers).
Las Vegas Raiders: Wide receiver to support rookie QB Fernando Mendoza. Potential options: Josh Downs (Colts), Jerry Jeudy (Browns), Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars), Calvin Ridley (Titans), Jauan Jennings (Vikings), Quentin Johnston (Chargers).
NFC North
Chicago Bears: Cornerback after acquiring Jeffery Simmons. Potential options: Riq Woolen (Eagles), Donte Jackson (Chargers), Alontae Taylor (Titans), Amik Robertson (Commanders), Nahshon Wright (Jets).
Detroit Lions: Cornerback questions persist. Potential options: Riq Woolen (Eagles), Donte Jackson (Chargers), Alontae Taylor (Titans), Amik Robertson (Commanders), Nahshon Wright (Jets).
Green Bay Packers: Cornerback opposite Brandon Cisse. Potential options: Riq Woolen (Eagles), Donte Jackson (Chargers), Alontae Taylor (Titans), Amik Robertson (Commanders), Nahshon Wright (Jets).
Minnesota Vikings: Interior offensive line to spark run game. Potential options: Landon Dickerson (Eagles), Jackson Powers-Johnson (Raiders), Cesar Ruiz (Saints), Andrew Wylie (Commanders), Teven Jenkins (Browns).
NFC South
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Wide receiver with Chris Godwin declining. Potential options: Josh Downs (Colts), Jerry Jeudy (Browns), Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars), Calvin Ridley (Titans), Jauan Jennings (Vikings), Quentin Johnston (Chargers).
Atlanta Falcons: Wide receiver to complement Drake London. Potential options: Josh Downs (Colts), Jerry Jeudy (Browns), Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars), Calvin Ridley (Titans), Jauan Jennings (Vikings), Quentin Johnston (Chargers).
Carolina Panthers: Cornerback amid secondary injuries. Potential options: Riq Woolen (Eagles), Donte Jackson (Chargers), Alontae Taylor (Titans), Amik Robertson (Commanders), Nahshon Wright (Jets).
New Orleans Saints: Defensive line beyond edge rushers. Potential options: Daron Payne (Commanders), Grover Stewart (Colts), Moro Ojomo (Eagles), Roy Lopez (Cardinals), Zach Sieler (Dolphins).
NFC East
Washington Commanders: Cornerback season-long issue. Potential options: Riq Woolen (Eagles), Donte Jackson (Chargers), Alontae Taylor (Titans), Amik Robertson (Commanders), Nahshon Wright (Jets).
Dallas Cowboys: Edge rusher after Maxx Crosby interest shifted. Potential options: Khalil Mack (Chargers), Maxx Crosby (Raiders), Josh Sweat (Cardinals), Jermaine Johnson II (Titans), Shemar Stewart (Bengals), Tuli Tuipulotu (Chargers), Kayvon Thibodeaux (Giants), Josh Uche (Dolphins), Will McDonald IV (Jets), K'Lavon Chaisson (Commanders), Dorance Armstrong Jr. (Commanders).
Philadelphia Eagles: Interior offensive line with Cam Jurgens traded and Landon Dickerson rumored available. Potential options: Jackson Powers-Johnson (Raiders), Cesar Ruiz (Saints), Andrew Wylie (Commanders), Teven Jenkins (Browns).
New York Giants: Defensive line after trading Dexter Lawrence. Potential options: Daron Payne (Commanders), Grover Stewart (Colts), Moro Ojomo (Eagles), Roy Lopez (Cardinals), Zach Sieler (Dolphins).
NFC West
San Francisco 49ers: Wide receiver with aging/injured veterans. Potential options: Josh Downs (Colts), Jerry Jeudy (Browns), Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars), Calvin Ridley (Titans), Jauan Jennings (Vikings), Quentin Johnston (Chargers).
Arizona Cardinals: Wide receiver after Marvin Harrison Jr. departure. Potential options: Josh Downs (Colts), Jerry Jeudy (Browns), Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars), Calvin Ridley (Titans), Jauan Jennings (Vikings), Quentin Johnston (Chargers).
Los Angeles Rams: Wide receiver with Davante Adams and Puka Nacua injured. Potential options: Josh Downs (Colts), Jerry Jeudy (Browns), Brian Thomas Jr. (Jaguars), Calvin Ridley (Titans), Jauan Jennings (Vikings), Quentin Johnston (Chargers).
Seattle Seahawks: Edge rusher to replace Boye Mafe. Potential options: Khalil Mack (Chargers), Maxx Crosby (Raiders), Josh Sweat (Cardinals), Jermaine Johnson II (Titans), Shemar Stewart (Bengals), Tuli Tuipulotu (Chargers), Kayvon Thibodeaux (Giants), Josh Uche (Dolphins), Will McDonald IV (Jets), K'Lavon Chaisson (Commanders), Dorance Armstrong Jr. (Commanders).
