Could the 2023 No. 1 overall draft pick be on the move? How about a Super Bowl MVP still at a prime-producing age, despite injuries? What pass rushers could be dealt to boost a contender?
All of those questions, and potentially more, will be answered by the NFL trade deadline on Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET.
With so many teams in the mix at the halfway point with the expanded playoffs, the difference between the buyers and sellers could be razor thin. Could the Panthers move on from 2023 No. 1 overall pick Bryce Young? Yahoo Sports’ Charles Robinson says that some across the NFL think the Panthers are willing to cut bait on the second-year quarterback, should a market develop to try to rebuild the 2021 Heisman Trophy winner after a dismal start to his NFL career.
Cooper Kupp’s name has been in trade circles for nearly two weeks, but the Rams are still connected in the NFC wild-card race, particularly after Sunday’s overtime win in Seattle, and head coach Sean McVay says he wouldn’t want the Super Bowl 56 MVP to leave Los Angeles.
Yahoo Sports’ Frank Schwab has a deadline wish list that includes Davante Adams back to the Bay Area, Detroit adding a well-traveled pass rusher, and the Cowboys upgrading their backfield among his 10 trades that should happen before the deadline.
However it shakes out, Yahoo Sports will be with you all the way, so stay with us for all of the news, rumors and notes heading into the 2024 NFL trade deadline.
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Report: Colts got calls on Anthony Richardson — they said no
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson motions prior to an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Oct 27, 2024 in Houston. (AP Photo/Maria Lysaker) About an hour before the deadline and this is sure to turn heads from ESPN Colts beat writer Stephen Holder:
With the NFL trade deadline looming, here’s an interesting development:
There have been multiple inquiries in recent days about the availability of Colts QB Anthony Richardson, who was benched last week.
All suitors have gotten the same answer: He’s off limits.
— Stephen Holder (@HolderStephen) November 5, 2024
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Panthers WR Adam Thielen may not be on the move today
Thielen has been out since Week 3 with a hamstring injury and with the Panthers looking towards the future, he is an ideal trade candidate. The wideout’s contract does not feature a no-trade clause.
With just more than an hour left to go until the deadline, looking unlikely the Panthers will deal veteran WR Adam Thielen
— Jonathan Jones (@jjones9) November 5, 2024
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The Green Bay perspective of the Preston Smith trade
Smith has 2.5 sacks and 2 TFL this season, and his playing time has dwindled in recent weeks. Plus, it represents some significant cap savings for the Packers in future years. Green Bay is reportedly getting a 7th-round draft pick from the Steelers in return.
Smith is owed almost $2m for the rest of this year. Scheduled to make $13.4m in 2025 and $14.1 in 2026, but not guaranteed. https://t.co/mRBcB4ooPq
— Alan Saunders (@ASaunders_PGH) November 5, 2024
The Packers are getting a 2025 seventh-round pick from the Steelers for Preston Smith, according to a source.
— Matt Schneidman (@mattschneidman) November 5, 2024
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Steelers stay aggressive, trading for Packers pass rusher Preston Smith
Pittsburgh is having a very active trade deadline day, adding Preston Smith after already striking a deal for WR Mike Williams earlier. The Smith trade is a bit surprising considering the Packers are 6-3 and very much in the NFC playoff picture.
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Patriots also reportedly open for business
The Patriots have told teams they’re open for business with a handful of veterans, particularly those on expiring contracts, per sources. The question is how much of a reset is worth it when they’re trying to establish momentum for 2025 when those vets will only net late picks.
— Jeff Howe (@jeffphowe) November 5, 2024
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Teams are inquiring about multiple Titans players
At 2-6, will Tennessee be sellers?
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Giants getting calls on OLB Azeez Ojulari
Ojulari, a 2021 second-round pick, has 26 tackles, 7 for loss, and six sacks through nine games. He is in the final year of his rookie contract.
The #Giants have received several calls on pass rusher Azeez Ojulari, but the Baron Browning trade could loom large. Browning went to Arizona for a 6th, and the sense is New York values Ojulari more than that. Perhaps the Za’Darius Smith trade brings the market into focus.
— Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) November 5, 2024
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Jets’ Aaron Rodgers offers well-wishes to Mike Williams after trade
Mike Williams was the odd man out in the Jets wide receiver room once New York landed Davante Adams last month. It was only a matter of time before Williams got dealt, which happened Tuesday as the Jets sent him to the Steelers for a fifth-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Jets QB Aaron Rodgers had some kind words about Williams during his guest spot on “The Pat McAfee Show.”
“Mike’s a good guy. He’ll be good in that locker room,” Rodgers said Tuesday.
“Sometimes a change of scenery is great for certain guys.”
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Chiefs done for deadline after missing on CB Marshon Lattimore?
The 8-0 Chiefs were apparently in the running for CB Marshon Lattimore, who ended up landing with the Commanders.
While there’s still some time on the clock, I don’t expect the Chiefs to be making any more moves before the trade deadline. They tried to make it happen with the Saints for Marshon Lattimore, but it obviously didn’t work out.
— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) November 5, 2024
The #chiefs were interested and were in on CB Marshon Lattimore. But with the return that the #saints got, it was just too rich for KC to make the move to my understanding.
— James Palmer (@JamesPalmerTV) November 5, 2024
The Chiefs have been pretty aggressive in looking for corner help. Pricetag for Marshon Lattimore was simply too rich. Whether they can find someone at the right price, who’s an upgrade over what they already have, remains to be seen. Tight cap situation does complicate it.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) November 5, 2024
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Steelers acquire WR Mike Williams from Jets
The eight-year NFL veteran was in his first season with the Jets after seven years with the Los Angeles Chargers. Through nine games in New York, Williams has 166 receiving yards on 12 catches with zero touchdowns.
According to Adam Schefter, the Steelers will assume the remainder of the wideout’s contract and Williams will become a free agent after the season.
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DK Metcalf not going anywhere
One of Geno Smith’s main targets will reportedly be staying in Seattle.
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Trade: New Orleans is sending four-time Pro-Bowl CB Marshon Lattimore to the Washington Commanders, per sources.
Saints had multiple teams interested in the 28-year-old CB who still is recovering from a hamstring injury. Commanders’ push is on. pic.twitter.com/IRPCVEAyAG
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 5, 2024
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A little context on the Jonathan Mingo trade
This will shock no one but:
The Dallas Cowboys spent more to acquire Jonathan Mingo than they got in exchange for Amari Cooper.
— RJ Ochoa (@rjochoa) November 5, 2024
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Cowboys trade for Panthers WR Jonathan Mingo
Minutes after Cowboys owner Jerry Jones hinted that the team would be adding a receiver they “really liked” during the draft process, Tom Pelissero reported Dallas traded for WR Jonathan Mingo from the Panthers.
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Cowboys QB Dak Prescott ‘likely’ headed for injured reserve
Jerry Jones to @1053thefan just now on Cowboys QB Dak Prescott’s hamstring injury: “It’s likely we’ll IR him. We’ll see how his rehab goes.”
— Jori Epstein (@JoriEpstein) November 5, 2024
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Jerry Jones drops hints about Cowboys deadline moves
Jerry Jones said the Cowboys will more than likely add a receiver today in the trade deadline. Said the player was someone they really liked during the draft process when the player came out.
— Todd Archer (@toddarcher) November 5, 2024
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Khalil Herbert seems pretty happy to be on the Bengals now
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Bengals could make more moves
The Cincinnati Bengals trade with the Bears to get running back Khalil Herbert, and I was told they’re not done. Cincinnati continues to look around the league for an addition on defense.
— Dianna Russini (@DMRussini) November 5, 2024
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Bengals trade for RB Khalil Herbert after Zack Moss injury
According to Tom Pelissero, the Bears will get a 2025 seventh-round pick in exchange for Khalil Herbert.
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Lions trading for pass-rusher Za’Darius Smith
Za’Darius Smith is being traded from the Browns to the Lions. (Eric Hartline-Imagn Images) The Lions have been looking for a new pass-rusher ever since they lost Aidan Hutchinson to a broken leg in Week 6, and Tuesday they found one in Za’Darius Smith.
The Lions traded with the Browns to bring Smith to Detroit, reportedly sending a 2025 fifth-round pick and a 2026 sixth-round draft pick to Cleveland, while Cleveland is sending Smith and a 2026 seventh-round pick.
Smith was among the top pass-rushers in demand at the NFL trade deadline and is under contract through the 2025 season, reflecting what the Lions had to trade to get him.
Smith has five sacks in nine games with the Browns this season with 23 tackles, five tackles for loss and six quarterback hits. During his NFL career, Smith has compiled 65 sacks in 181 games (88 starts) over 10 seasons with the Baltimore Ravens, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings and Browns.
