The New York Giants, sitting atop the NFC East with a 4-2-1 record entering Week 9, are actively exploring trades to bolster their interior defensive line before the November 10 deadline. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reported Wednesday that defensive tackle “might be the spot where they look to add” after the team inquired multiple times about Jeffery Simmons before he was dealt to the Chicago Bears.
Potential Trade Targets
Grover Stewart (Indianapolis Colts): The 10-year veteran is in the final year of his contract and could be acquired for a Day 3 draft pick as the Colts enter sell mode.
A’Shawn Robinson (Tampa Bay Buccaneers): The 31-year-old productive interior lineman would not cost much to acquire, per Fowler.
Moro Ojomo (Philadelphia Eagles): The 25-year-old former seventh-round pick posted six sacks last season and is in the final year of his rookie deal.
Christian Barmore (New England Patriots): The 27-year-old, signed to a four-year, $84 million extension after an 8.5-sack 2023 season, is owed $46 million over the next two years, which could complicate a trade.
Vita Vea (Tampa Bay Buccaneers): The two-time Pro Bowler is on the Giants’ radar, but his $30 million salary next season is a major hurdle; a deal might require including Kayvon Thibodeaux.
Jalen Carter (Philadelphia Eagles): A “pie-in-the-sky” option, the two-time Pro Bowler would be very expensive but could anchor the Giants’ front line for 2026 and beyond.
