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Restructuring his contract pushes money into future years. You don't do that if you're planning to cut him after the season.
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Some people just can’t admit they were wrong even when eating crow means the Rams are better off.
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I deleted the rest of your post because it's pure speculation.
And you know Havenstein is looking at being released?
You must have inside intel none of us have or you're simply blowing smoke out of your pipe guessing the future.
Alaric's progress? How would you know what that is on 10/23/2021?
I shake my head at some of the posts regarding the Rams moves in 2022 with 11 more games left to be played in 2021 not counting the postseason.
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So our OL has played extremely well keeping our franchise qb upright and opening lanes for our 2nd/3rd RB's. We are 5-1 and in great shape moving forward. Our RT is solid, mid-career, and on a fair-market deal. He restructures his contract to help the team out without demanding future return. The cost of releasing him leaves a dead cap of half of his salary. And we have respected posters suggesting we cut him in the same offseason our future HoF LT will retire, leaving us with 2/5ths of the line to newcomes. For the love of all that is holly, make it stop!
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Ten buyers and sellers ahead of 2021 NFL trade deadline
Published: Oct 20, 2021 at 11:16 AM
Kevin Patra
Around the NFL Writer
Pelissero, Rapoport: Notable players on trade block before deadline
Trade winds are blowing.
As the NFL cruises toward the Nov. 2 trade deadline, less than a fortnight away, clubs have one last chance to make a big splash or jump ship on the 2021 season.
Who doesn't love trades?
Much like the buzz around free agency, trade speculation brings a cornucopia of discussion topics for fans and media to digest between actual games. Fans love the prospect of the new, the optimism that comes with adding a critical piece, and what it can mean for the future.
Unfortunately, unlike other major American sports, the NFL trade deadline usually comes and goes with a faint whisper. A slew of reasons leads to inaction for most NFL teams.
The deadline being so early in the season -- before Week 9 of a 17-game season -- means fewer teams are out of the playoff race, leading to less selling (entering Week 7, 26 teams are within at least a game of a postseason spot). The compensatory pick model behooves some teams to let veterans walk in free agency rather than trading them during the season. Many general managers overvalue future picks. The lack of one player making an overwhelming difference in a game with 22 players on the field lessens the desire to make splash trades. And a lack of salary cap space to take on big contracts is a significant impediment -- particularly this year with just 11 teams currently having more than $7 million in space, per Over The Cap.
However, just because in-season trades are infrequent in the NFL doesn't mean clubs won't explore them. Teams have needs all over the field as they scratch and claw to remain in contention. Seemingly every club has a "Reliable Healthy Cornerback(s) Needed" sign hanging in their store windows. Need an offensive lineman? Good luck. So does the team next to you.
Buzz will happen, even if it leads nowhere.
With that, let's take a gander at five teams that should be buyers at the deadline and five that could be sellers.
Buyers
Kansas City Chiefs
3-3
The club's best defensive performance of the season against a decaying Washington team shouldn't stop K.C. from adding much-needed help to a unit that's been waxed regularly to open the season. The back end has been a mess, and upgrading the corner position feels vital if the Chiefs are to avoid the defense being a playoff-imploding Achilles' heel against better teams. Juan Thornhill played well moving into the starting safety position last week, but it's another area GM Brett Veach could look to upgrade. And pass-rush consistency has been a concern in part due to injuries. Could Veach pry DE Emmanuel Ogbah out of Miami? Like basically every team on this list, the salary cap (Chiefs sit $2.8 million under the cap) could impede upgrading a downtrodden unit. Still, somehow, someway, the Chiefs need to find an upgrade, or they could be sitting at home come the middle of January.
Green Bay Packers
5-1
Green Bay is another corner-needy team with Jaire Alexander on IR and Kevin King banged up. For too long, the Packers have let mediocre corner play define their Super Bowl-less seasons. With Aaron Rodgers potentially playing his last season in Green Bay, now is the time to make a splash move to upgrade the secondary in a big way. The Pack were reportedly interested in Stephon Gilmore, indicating GM Brian Gutekunst is leaning toward making a move. Now he needs to find a dancing partner. Wouldn't Xavien Howard look good in green and gold?
Tampa Bay Buccaneers
5-1
Are you sensing the pervasive secondary need yet? I believe the Bucs like the young players on their back end and hope to get several back on the field soon, so perhaps the urgency isn't as high inside the building as it might be outside. But injuries have piled up like paper plates in a cookout garbage bin. The plan to plug the midseason leak with veteran Richard Sherman led to another injury. Even if we assume the Bucs will get players in the secondary back, they can't presume the unit will be healthy the rest of the season. With Tom Brady leading a fireball offense, allowing the secondary issues to fester could be cataclysmic come playoff time against more potent offenses. Adding a corner or even a versatile safety like Marcus Maye, who played under Todd Bowles in New York, would solidify the defense. Given that the 5-1 Bucs plan on selecting at the back end of every round in the draft, they shouldn't be afraid to part with picks if they can make the money work.
Baltimore Ravens
5-1
The Ravens have shown they're the cream of the AFC crop, winning five straight games, including crushing the contending Chargers in Week 6. Lamar Jackson has been an MVP, carrying the club. But there are holes to fill. Sure, Baltimore got production from 31-year-old Latavius Murray, 29-year-old Le'Veon Bell, and 29-year-old Devonta Freeman on Sunday, but aging legs rarely last into the winter. Will Baltimore keep them fresh enough, with a dash of Ty'Son Williams to roll into January? Wouldn't adding a young runner like Marlon Mack, freeing Ronald Jones from Tampa, or prying Phillip Lindsay out of Houston look better long-term next to Jackson? The offensive line has question marks with Ronnie Stanley landing on IR. And the defense could use corner help. The lack of cap space hurts, but what about finally getting that Lamar contract done right now to lower his cap number this season, giving the team a least a little more breathing room?
New Orleans Saints
3-2
Is New Orleans on this list just to rile up Saints Twitter, which has been imploring Asshole Face to add a tight end or receiver for weeks? You bet your sweet King Cake. The Saints, who are coming off their bye week, don't have a single WR or TE who ranks in the top 125 in receptions through Week 6. Marquez Callaway leads the group with 13 catches, and nearly one quarter of his 222 yards on the season came on one poorly defended Hail Mary. Tight end Adam Trautman has been a big disappointment. With Michael Thomas reportedly still a couple of weeks away, the pass-catching group is hemorrhaging. We know Brandin Cooks fits the offense like a glove. Wouldn't free-agent-to-be Mike Gesicki look good in a Saints jersey? Of course, we know Payton's response will likely be to smirk and say, "We like the guys we have in that room," as Saints fans stomp their feet and gnash their teeth like a 6-year-old who's been told they can't have ice cream for dinner.
Sellers
New York Jets
1-4
The Jets couldn't get a long-term deal done with safety Marcus Maye, who's playing on the franchise tag. With Maye playing out the string, the Jets could cut their losses and see if they can get a better offer than waiting an extra year for a possible third-round compensatory draft pick. When healthy, Maye provides play-making ability and versatility on the back end. Sure, the Jets' D would look worse sans Maye, but they weren't winning with him. The safety coming back from injury could help jumpstart the trade market. If the Jets are willing to eat some salary, that could bump up the quality of draft assets they could get in return for a player who doesn't look like he has a future with Gang Green.
Houston Texans
1-5
The Texans' front office loaded up on one-year veteran deals this offseason. Now it's time to unload them to build a draft stash. Sure, Houston might not get a ton in return, but the alternative is cutting them or letting them leave in free agency for nothing. Houston doesn't need Phillip Lindsay, David Johnson and Mark Ingram, who are all free agents in 2022. Maliek Collins has been solid in the middle. The list should go beyond one-year contracts, too. Brandin Cooks has proven he can still make plays and could fetch a good return. And there is the ever-present Deshaun Watson -- facing 22 civil suits alleging sexual assault -- situation lingering. If the QB doesn't get traded by Nov. 2, the quagmire will wait until the offseason to fully unfold.
Philadelphia Eagles
2-4
Howie Roseman insisted after selling Zach Ertz that he doesn't view his team as sellers ahead of the deadline. Cool. He should (perhaps he does but won't say it publicly). The Eagles are a flawed team that is already three losses behind in the NFC East and 13th out of 16 teams in the conference. Derek Barnett is playing out the final season of his contract and could be a piece an edge-needy team inquires about. With the desperate corner need around the league, would Roseman sit on Avonte Maddox, who is playing very well -- and for peanuts -- if another team comes calling? What if someone inquired about Darius Slay and offered a bundle of picks if Philly ate some of the contract to make a trade work? With potentially three first-round picks next year, the Eagles are building for the 2022 NFL Draft. Adding to that stockpile is the play.
Miami Dolphins
1-5
The Dolphins' season is already in flames after a 1-5 start that included losing to the previously winless Jaguars. At this point, management would be smart to recoup some of the draft capital lost shipping their 2022 first-round pick (currently No. 3) to Philly last year (Miami does own the 49ers' 2022 first-rounder, currently No. 13). Or are they so desperate to try to save the season (and perhaps their jobs) that they let a chance fly by? We've seen front offices under pressure make short-term moves that cripple the long-term (see: the Detroit Lions' roster). Xavien Howard still doesn't seem happy and isn't playing well. Likewise for Byron Jones. Emmanuel Ogbah continues to make plays and is an impending free agent, as are Mike Gesicki, Brennan Scarlett, Elandon Roberts, etc. On paper, this shouldn't be a 1-5 team. On the plus side, it means Miami has some assets that other clubs might pay for before the deadline.
Jacksonville Jaguars
1-5
Now that Urban Meyer got his first win, the focus should be on the long-term. Stockpiling picks is a priority to infuse much-needed talent into the roster. With offensive linemen always needed around the league, Jacksonville has two highly paid players who are impending free agents: guard Andrew Norwell and tackle Cam Robinson. It's tricky, as Jacksonville doesn't want to put papier-mâché in front of rookie quarterback Trevor Lawrence. But trading one or both linemen who could leave this offseason makes sense for a still-building Jags team.
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An early look at some potential trade chips
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By Cody Benjamin
Oct 8, 2021 at 8:25 am ET5 min read
The NFL trade deadline falls on Nov. 2 this year, the Tuesday after Week 8. We're four weeks through the 2021 season, with the fifth on deck, meaning we're right at the halfway point between the start of the season and the trade deadline. Plenty of teams won't know whether they're truly buyers or sellers until October comes to a close, but we're taking an early look ahead.
Which big names could be on the block this fall? Here are 19 who may well be trade chips in the coming weeks:
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1631750/nick-foles
Nick Foles
CHI • QB • 9
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It's Justin Fields' show in Chicago now, and this staff has shown way too much love to Andy Dalton to bump him below No. 2 duties. Trading Foles, who still has something in the tank as a legitimate backup, would save the Bears $4 million.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1889923/allen-robinson
Allen Robinson
CHI • WR • 12
TAR24
REC13
REC YDS149
REC TD1
FL0
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Normally, you wouldn't be in the business of dealing your young QB's No. 1 pass target. And that may well prevent A-Rob from being moved. But he's on the tag and has never seemed close to a long-term deal in Chicago. Contenders would surely be up for a rental.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1630332/robert-quinn
Robert Quinn
CHI • OLB • 94
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The former Rams and Cowboys standout is off to a hot start rushing the passer this year, but the Bears would happily accept offers. They need any cap space they can get, Quinn is already 31, and he's due $16+ million in each of the next three seasons.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1763472/byron-jones
Byron Jones
MIA • CB • 24
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The Dolphins are going nowhere fast, and Jones is one of their biggest investments. He's not a bad corner, but at 29 and commanding $16M per year through 2024, they can afford to auction his talent in what seems like an inevitable future search for a new QB.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/2001257/xavien-howard
Xavien Howard
MIA • CB • 25
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He successfully negotiated a raise this year, but he's basically had one foot out the door for a few seasons, publicly touting the idea of changing scenery. Someone would pay for his ball skills, and the Dolphins would instantly save almost $14M by letting them.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/2133516/derek-barnett
Derek Barnett
PHI • DE • 96
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The former first-rounder has failed to emerge in the wake of Brandon Graham's injury, and his knack for ill-advised penalties has already grated the new staff, which just paid Josh Sweat. A 2022 free agent, he could still appeal as a pass-rushing flyer.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1700843/fletcher-cox
Fletcher Cox
PHI • DT • 91
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Selling him after losing Graham to injury wouldn't necessarily warm the locker room, and Cox would prefer to be a lifelong Eagle. But Javon Hargrave is balling, while Cox is approaching 31, not currently living up to his big deal and could be Howie Roseman's best asset for 2022 restocking, should Nick Sirianni's squad struggle to stack wins before November.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1996183/cordarrelle-patterson
Cordarrelle Patterson
ATL • RB • 84
TAR22
REC18
REC YDS235
REC TD4
FL0
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They wouldn't deal him now, with Matt Ryan still talking about a late run, but a few more losses would demand their eyes turn to 2022. He's been a true multipurpose weapon, but he's also a 30-year-old journeyman on a one-year deal. Maybe the 49ers come calling?
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/2173899/dante-fowler
Dante Fowler
ATL • DE • 6
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He's already on pace to surpass his disappointing 2020 numbers, and at 27, he could still lead their pass rush for a while. But trading him would save Atlanta some much-needed cash, with a potential QB change -- and more -- coming after this season.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1760229/jimmy-garoppolo
Jimmy Gosuckapole
SF • QB • 10
CMP%66.1
YDS925
TD5
INT2
YD/ATT7.84
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Even if Trey Lance earns the No. 1 job in his absence, we'd bet Kyle Shanahan would rather keep him around as insurance for a playoff run. But if someone gets desperate, they'd listen. (What about the Dolphins, whose Brian Flores was with Jimmy on the Pats?)
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/2000858/marcus-maye
Marcus Maye
NYJ • FS • 20
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Facing DUI charges complicates his status a bit, but Maye feels like one of the surest trade possibilities. A year after the Jets dealt Jamal Adams, he's on the tag with no long-term deal in sight, and New York could use plenty more assets for its rebuild.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1852882/trey-flowers
Trey Flowers
DET • OLB • 90
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Things have gotten progressively worse for Flowers since his arrival from New England despite a decent Lions debut in 2019. Starting next year, Detroit will owe him $20+ million per year. If they can absorb some of that, maybe a team with space to spare will call.
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Michael Thomas
NO • WR • 13
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This all depends on where the Saints are at in November. He'd certainly enable the staff to let Jameis Winston throw it more. But his relationship with the club has been shaky before, and a trade would give them tens of millions down the road, amid a likely rebuild.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/2139620/juju-smith-schuster
JuJu Smith-Schuster
PIT • WR • 19
TAR27
REC15
REC YDS129
REC TD0
FL0
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They won't do this unless Ben Roethlisberger is benched (unlikely) or eventually lands on "injured reserve" (possible), and the return might not be big (his free agent market was so-so). But JuJu, on a one-year deal, would surely appeal as a rental for a contender.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1865396/eric-ebron
Eric Ebron
PIT • TE • 85
TAR9
REC3
REC YDS27
REC TD0
FL0
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No smart team is offering much here, but the Steelers would be foolish not to sell. A 2022 free agent, his successor is already on the roster in Pat Freiermuth, and his production and durability have never been particularly reliable. As a TE2, he'd be a decent add.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1273176/joe-haden
Joe Haden
PIT • CB • 23
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Both he and the Steelers would love for the marriage to last forever, and like JuJu, he probably won't be auctioned until it's clear Big Ben is out of the equation, but at least a half-dozen playoff teams would likely call about his availability, even at 32.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1880880/brandin-cooks
Brandin Cooks
HOU • WR • 13
TAR39
REC28
REC YDS369
REC TD1
FL0
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He is the Texans offense, but Houston hasn't shied away from parting with important pieces this year. They need draft picks more than anything. Cooks' resume is also littered with relocation, and you can bet a contender would welcome his proven speed.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1759765/anthony-barr
Anthony Barr
MIN • OLB • 55
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Should Minnesota fail to regain its footing in the NFC North, Mike Zimmer's restocked defense could be destocked, starting with the former Pro Bowler. The Vikings have let Barr test the market before and restructured his deal this year.
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Allen Robinson or Fletcher Cox would be insane, but we dont have the cap room for either. However if we extend Stafford we create another $12M im room and could definitely sign one if we wanted. But I'd put a splash move like this at <5%. Our DL is playing great and our WR room is so stacked. I just remember Suh/AD and that's what it would be like if we signed Cox but even better.NFL Week 7 odds, picks, how to watch, streaming: Expert picks, teasers, survivor picks and more
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An early look at some potential trade chips
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By Cody Benjamin
Oct 8, 2021 at 8:25 am ET5 min read
The NFL trade deadline falls on Nov. 2 this year, the Tuesday after Week 8. We're four weeks through the 2021 season, with the fifth on deck, meaning we're right at the halfway point between the start of the season and the trade deadline. Plenty of teams won't know whether they're truly buyers or sellers until October comes to a close, but we're taking an early look ahead.
Which big names could be on the block this fall? Here are 19 who may well be trade chips in the coming weeks:
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1631750/nick-foles
Nick Foles
CHI • QB • 9
View Profile
It's Justin Fields' show in Chicago now, and this staff has shown way too much love to Andy Dalton to bump him below No. 2 duties. Trading Foles, who still has something in the tank as a legitimate backup, would save the Bears $4 million.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1889923/allen-robinson
Allen Robinson
CHI • WR • 12
TAR24
REC13
REC YDS149
REC TD1
FL0
View Profile
Normally, you wouldn't be in the business of dealing your young QB's No. 1 pass target. And that may well prevent A-Rob from being moved. But he's on the tag and has never seemed close to a long-term deal in Chicago. Contenders would surely be up for a rental.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1630332/robert-quinn
Robert Quinn
CHI • OLB • 94
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The former Rams and Cowboys standout is off to a hot start rushing the passer this year, but the Bears would happily accept offers. They need any cap space they can get, Quinn is already 31, and he's due $16+ million in each of the next three seasons.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1763472/byron-jones
Byron Jones
MIA • CB • 24
View Profile
The Dolphins are going nowhere fast, and Jones is one of their biggest investments. He's not a bad corner, but at 29 and commanding $16M per year through 2024, they can afford to auction his talent in what seems like an inevitable future search for a new QB.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/2001257/xavien-howard
Xavien Howard
MIA • CB • 25
View Profile
He successfully negotiated a raise this year, but he's basically had one foot out the door for a few seasons, publicly touting the idea of changing scenery. Someone would pay for his ball skills, and the Dolphins would instantly save almost $14M by letting them.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/2133516/derek-barnett
Derek Barnett
PHI • DE • 96
View Profile
The former first-rounder has failed to emerge in the wake of Brandon Graham's injury, and his knack for ill-advised penalties has already grated the new staff, which just paid Josh Sweat. A 2022 free agent, he could still appeal as a pass-rushing flyer.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1700843/fletcher-cox
Fletcher Cox
PHI • DT • 91
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Selling him after losing Graham to injury wouldn't necessarily warm the locker room, and Cox would prefer to be a lifelong Eagle. But Javon Hargrave is balling, while Cox is approaching 31, not currently living up to his big deal and could be Howie Roseman's best asset for 2022 restocking, should Nick Sirianni's squad struggle to stack wins before November.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1996183/cordarrelle-patterson
Cordarrelle Patterson
ATL • RB • 84
TAR22
REC18
REC YDS235
REC TD4
FL0
View Profile
They wouldn't deal him now, with Matt Ryan still talking about a late run, but a few more losses would demand their eyes turn to 2022. He's been a true multipurpose weapon, but he's also a 30-year-old journeyman on a one-year deal. Maybe the 49ers come calling?
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/2173899/dante-fowler
Dante Fowler
ATL • DE • 6
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He's already on pace to surpass his disappointing 2020 numbers, and at 27, he could still lead their pass rush for a while. But trading him would save Atlanta some much-needed cash, with a potential QB change -- and more -- coming after this season.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1760229/jimmy-garoppolo
Jimmy Gosuckapole
SF • QB • 10
CMP%66.1
YDS925
TD5
INT2
YD/ATT7.84
View Profile
Even if Trey Lance earns the No. 1 job in his absence, we'd bet Kyle Shanahan would rather keep him around as insurance for a playoff run. But if someone gets desperate, they'd listen. (What about the Dolphins, whose Brian Flores was with Jimmy on the Pats?)
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/2000858/marcus-maye
Marcus Maye
NYJ • FS • 20
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Facing DUI charges complicates his status a bit, but Maye feels like one of the surest trade possibilities. A year after the Jets dealt Jamal Adams, he's on the tag with no long-term deal in sight, and New York could use plenty more assets for its rebuild.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1852882/trey-flowers
Trey Flowers
DET • OLB • 90
View Profile
Things have gotten progressively worse for Flowers since his arrival from New England despite a decent Lions debut in 2019. Starting next year, Detroit will owe him $20+ million per year. If they can absorb some of that, maybe a team with space to spare will call.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1983802/michael-thomas
Michael Thomas
NO • WR • 13
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This all depends on where the Saints are at in November. He'd certainly enable the staff to let Jameis Winston throw it more. But his relationship with the club has been shaky before, and a trade would give them tens of millions down the road, amid a likely rebuild.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/2139620/juju-smith-schuster
JuJu Smith-Schuster
PIT • WR • 19
TAR27
REC15
REC YDS129
REC TD0
FL0
View Profile
They won't do this unless Ben Roethlisberger is benched (unlikely) or eventually lands on "injured reserve" (possible), and the return might not be big (his free agent market was so-so). But JuJu, on a one-year deal, would surely appeal as a rental for a contender.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1865396/eric-ebron
Eric Ebron
PIT • TE • 85
TAR9
REC3
REC YDS27
REC TD0
FL0
View Profile
No smart team is offering much here, but the Steelers would be foolish not to sell. A 2022 free agent, his successor is already on the roster in Pat Freiermuth, and his production and durability have never been particularly reliable. As a TE2, he'd be a decent add.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1273176/joe-haden
Joe Haden
PIT • CB • 23
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Both he and the Steelers would love for the marriage to last forever, and like JuJu, he probably won't be auctioned until it's clear Big Ben is out of the equation, but at least a half-dozen playoff teams would likely call about his availability, even at 32.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1880880/brandin-cooks
Brandin Cooks
HOU • WR • 13
TAR39
REC28
REC YDS369
REC TD1
FL0
View Profile
He is the Texans offense, but Houston hasn't shied away from parting with important pieces this year. They need draft picks more than anything. Cooks' resume is also littered with relocation, and you can bet a contender would welcome his proven speed.
https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/players/playerpage/1759765/anthony-barr
Anthony Barr
MIN • OLB • 55
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Should Minnesota fail to regain its footing in the NFC North, Mike Zimmer's restocked defense could be destocked, starting with the former Pro Bowler. The Vikings have let Barr test the market before and restructured his deal this year.
I think we are going to get very aggressive in FA next year with the Gurley & Goff money off the books. Plus the Stafford restructure. Plus the cap raising again. We should be able to sign 1-2 pro bowl caliber players next off-season.