The NFL trade deadline is less than two weeks away, and the league's hot stove is heating up after several high-profile deals have already been completed this season. Joey Porter Jr. moved to the Cowboys, Marvin Harrison Jr. to the Texans, Quenton Nelson to the Seahawks, DeForest Buckner returned to the 49ers, and Jeffery Simmons was traded to the Bears. With the league appearing wide open, more moves are expected in the coming days.
Philadelphia Eagles
Running back Saquon Barkley, who has 43 carries for 244 yards and one touchdown this season, could be a target despite a hamstring injury and a contract with option bonuses that complicates a trade. Defensive tackle Moro Ojomo, 25, is in the final year of his rookie deal and recorded six sacks last season; the Eagles recently paid big money to Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis, making Ojomo a candidate to move. Linebacker Nolan Smith, whose fifth-year option was picked up for next season, is more of a run-game force than a pass rusher. Tight end Dallas Goedert, on a renegotiated contract with a $1.3 million base salary, has 22 catches for 228 yards and two touchdowns on 31 targets and could attract interest for a small price.
Indianapolis Colts
Jonathan Taylor, one of the NFL's best running backs, has 140 carries for 587 yards and eight touchdowns with a 55% rushing success rate per Pro-Football-Reference. The Colts would incur only $10 million in dead money next year if they trade him. Wide receiver Josh Downs, in the final year of his rookie contract, has reportedly requested a trade; he has struggled this season amid quarterback Daniel Jones' issues but was a per-route standout in prior years.
Tennessee Titans
Safety Amani Hooker, 30, has three years left on his contract and has played 232 snaps in the box, 127 as a deep safety, and 56 as a slot corner this season. Running back Tony Pollard, 29, is in the final year of his deal with a $6.7 million base salary; he ranks 10th in yards after contact per attempt and 12th in explosive run rate among backs with 50-plus carries, per Tru Media. Wide receiver Calvin Ridley has fallen out of favor and could provide depth help elsewhere.
Los Angeles Chargers
Edge rusher Khalil Mack, on a one-year, $8 million deal, has three sacks in six games and plays 71% of defensive snaps. Linebacker Tuli Tuipulotu, 24, ranks 23rd in pressure rate and 18th in havoc play rate among players with 100-plus pass-rush snaps, per Tru Media. Safety Derwin James, 31, recently signed an extension with high base salaries ($17.5M, $24.6M, $21.5M over the next three years), making a trade surprising but possible given the Chargers' struggles. Wide receiver Quentin Johnston has eight catches for 165 scoreless yards and carries an $18 million salary for next season after his fifth-year option was exercised. Cornerback Donte Jackson, in the final year of his deal with a $6 million base salary, is a likely candidate if the Chargers decide to sell.
Arizona Cardinals
Safety Budda Baker, 30, has base salaries of $14.4 million and $16.1 million over the next two years and remains versatile against run and pass. Linebacker Josh Sweat has two sacks in seven games and a 7.9% pressure rate but has a stronger long-term track record. Quarterback Jacoby Brissett (64.9% completion, 1,600 yards, 10 TDs, 6 INTs) could be expendable if the Cardinals turn to rookie Carson Beck.
Miami Dolphins
Defensive end Zach Sieler has affordable base salaries ($44.5 million from 2027-2029, none guaranteed) and has shown high upside as a run defender and pass rusher. Linebacker Jordyn Brooks, 29, recently signed an extension that made him easier to trade; with rookie Jacob Rodriguez emerging, the Dolphins could deal him for a sizable return.
Other notable names
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. has fallen out of favor, playing no second-half snaps in the last game; he has nine catches for 105 yards and one touchdown on 20 targets. Washington Commanders nose tackle Daron Payne is in the final year of his contract with a $16.4 million base salary and remains a quality run defender. New York Jets defensive end Will McDonald IV has 10.5 and eight sacks the past two seasons but has seen his snap rate drop to 46% after the arrival of David Bailey. Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins (62.6% completion, 1,877 yards, 16 TDs, 5 INTs) could be moved if the team turns to rookie Fernando Mendoza. Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jauan Jennings has been uninvolved in the offense of the league's last unbeaten team. Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker YaYa Diaby is in the final year of his rookie contract and may not be re-signed given the emergence of David Walker and the drafting of Rueben Bain Jr.
