The NFL trade deadline is Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET, and the hours until then will be filled with anticipation and landscape-shifting moves. This season has already seen the Bears acquire defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Titans, the Seahawks acquire guard Quenton Nelson from the Colts and the 49ers acquire defensive tackle DeForest Buckner from the Colts. Last year, both Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams were dealt on deadline day.
Indianapolis is the team to watch among potential sellers. Running back Jonathan Taylor is the name of this trade deadline and has already seemingly said goodbye to the Colts. The three-time Pro Bowler remains an elite rusher, though the team's weak offense has limited him this year, and he led the NFL with 18 rushing touchdowns last year. Wide receiver Josh Downs has requested a trade, and defensive lineman Grover Stewart is in the final year of his deal. The winless Chargers could move edge rusher Tuli Tuipulotu, although they have reportedly made clear they have no plans to trade quarterback Justin Herbert. The Eagles and the Cardinals are also expected to listen to offers.
Several contenders are looking to buy. Kansas City general manager Brett Veach has said the Chiefs want a wide receiver, with Patrick Mahomes yet to complete a pass of 20 or more yards downfield since Week 4. The 6-1 Vikings will start Carson Wentz on Monday night with Kyler Murray out with a hamstring injury, and could look at a quarterback or running back. The Giants, 5-2-1 and the surprise leaders of the NFC East, need a running back and defensive line help, with Cam Skattebo sidelined by a hamstring injury and Tyrone Tracy Jr. on injured reserve. The Bills, Jaguars and 49ers are also expected to add help on defense or at wide receiver.
A few wild cards remain. The 4-5 Cowboys could both buy on defense and sell wide receiver George Pickens, who is on the franchise tag. The Bengals could add a running back, linebacker or defensive back as they chase a Super Bowl, while the Patriots are thin at running back and wide receiver. Washington, at 2-5-1, appears to be a seller, with Stefon Diggs among its possible trade pieces.
Source: CBS Sports
