The NFL‘s preseason action is underway, but there are still many players around the league who find themselves in trade rumors.
We recently identified one NFL player who could be traded on each team, and today, we specifically look at the most likely trade candidate for every club in the NFC West.
Top Trade Candidates in the NFC West this NFL Season
Arizona Cardinals: Zaven Collins, LB
The Arizona Cardinals selected linebacker Zaven Collins with the No. 16 overall pick in the 2021 NFL Draft. Although Collins has played a multitude of roles in Arizona, he’s failed to find much consistency.
Arizona has already decided to decline the fifth-year option on Collins’ rookie contract, which likely means that 2024 will be his final season with the team. Given his struggles with the Cardinals, a change of scenery via trade could make sense for Collins this year.
Los Angeles Rams: Tutu Atwell, WR
Although Tutu Atwell finally showed some promise last season, he could be the odd man out at wide receiver for the Los Angeles Rams. Atwell is likely the fourth WR on Los Angeles’ current depth chart. Combined with the fact that he’s heading into the final year of his rookie contract, the Rams could look to make a move.
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San Francisco 49ers: Brandon Aiyuk, WR
The entire situation involving the 49ers and Aiyuk has become quite odd. Aiyuk has made it clear publicly that he’s unhappy with his current contract situation and has even listed which other teams he would like to play for.
While Aiyuk’s relationship with the Niners is certainly damaged, the right amount of money would heal all wounds. It remains to be seen if the two sides can come to an agreement, which means the idea that he could be traded in 2024 is certainly plausible.
Seattle Seahawks: Darrell Taylor, EDGE
Despite starting just 13 games during his three seasons with the Seattle Seahawks, Darrell Taylor has developed into a promising pass rusher. As he heads into the final year of his rookie contract, the Seahawks will have a tough decision to make.
Due to Seattle’s other pass rushers on the roster, the franchise could opt to trade him and receive some draft compensation before he walks in free agency.
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