The NFL trade deadline looms on November 10 at 4 p.m. ET, with less than two weeks remaining for teams to decide whether to buy, sell, or stand pat. Each franchise has one or two games left to evaluate their postseason prospects before making final roster decisions. The landscape features teams at opposite ends of the spectrum, exemplified by the Tennessee Titans sending All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons to the Chicago Bears for a package including two first-round picks.
AFC Teams Target Key Positions
In the AFC North, the Cincinnati Bengals seek linebacker depth behind youngsters Demetrius Knight Jr. and Barrett Carter, while the Cleveland Browns prioritize tight end over edge rusher given contributions from free agents Sam Williams and Derek Barnett. The Baltimore Ravens and Pittsburgh Steelers both identify cornerback as a primary need, with Pittsburgh adjusting after trading Joey Porter Jr. and aiming to maximize their window with quarterback Aaron Rodgers.
The AFC South sees the Indianapolis Colts exploring wide receiver options after Josh Downs reportedly landed on the trade block, while the Jacksonville Jaguars target defensive line reinforcements under head coach Liam Coen. The Houston Texans need running back explosiveness with David Montgomery nursing a groin injury, and the Tennessee Titans address cornerback struggles despite lucrative contracts for Cor'Dale Flott and Alontae Taylor.
In the AFC East, the Buffalo Bills pursue safety help under defensive coordinator Jim Leonhard, the Miami Dolphins seek cornerback stability with four of five secondary starters drafted in the last two years, and the New York Jets focus on defensive line depth after falling off the playoff pace. The New England Patriots require interior offensive line support following Michael Onwenu's broken ankle, while the Denver Broncos prioritize offensive tackle over running back after Jonah Coleman's emergence.
The Los Angeles Chargers and Kansas City Chiefs both target wide receivers, with Kansas City specifically seeking a deep threat to complement Rashee Rice and Travis Kelce. The Las Vegas Raiders also pursue receiver help to support rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza alongside tight end Brock Bowers.
NFC Teams Address Roster Gaps
The NFC North features three teams targeting cornerback: the Chicago Bears after acquiring Simmons, the Detroit Lions despite returns of Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph, and the Green Bay Packers with Keisean Nixon injured and inconsistent play opposite Brandon Cisse. The Minnesota Vikings seek interior offensive line help to spark their run game.
In the NFC South, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Atlanta Falcons, and Carolina Panthers all identify wide receiver as a need, with Carolina also considering cornerback help after firing defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero. The New Orleans Saints target defensive line depth beyond edge rushers Cam Jordan, Marcus Davenport, and Chase Young.
The NFC East sees the Washington Commanders and Dallas Cowboys both pursuing cornerback and edge rusher respectively, with Cowboys owner Jerry Jones under pressure to improve a pass rush ranking low in every category. The Philadelphia Eagles explore interior offensive line options after trading Cam Jurgens, while the New York Giants need defensive line help following the Dexter Lawrence trade.
In the NFC West, the San Francisco 49ers, Arizona Cardinals, and Los Angeles Rams all target wide receivers amid injury concerns and aging veterans. The Seattle Seahawks seek an edge rusher to replace Boye Mafe, who signed with Cincinnati in free agency.
