The 2026-27 NFL season is now just a few months away. Though the NFL Draft and the first few waves of free agency have both passed, that doesn’t mean it’s too late for teams to upgrade at positions of need. As we’ve seen in recent years, the summer can be a great time for a blockbuster trade to be made.
Last season alone, the likes of Micah Parsons, George Pickens, Jalen Ramsey, Minkah Fitzpatrick, Kenny Clark, and Bryce Huff all got traded after the 2025 NFL Draft and before the start of the regular season. While there’s no guarantee that same level of star power will be met in this offseason’s trades, it’s safe to say there are plenty more moves coming before the regular season starts.
To take a look at which players might end up on the market, we selected one player from each NFL team who could end up traded before the regular season kicks off.
Arizona Cardinals: James Conner, RB
Coming off an injury and being 31 years old, James Conner already had an uphill battle to stick around in the same starting role with the Arizona Cardinals as he had before. This offseason, they signed Tyler Allgeier and drafted Jeremiyah Love in Round 1, further adding competition at running back. You throw Trey Benson into the mix, and Conner feels like a prime candidate to be shipped out.
Atlanta Falcons: Troy Andersen, LB
Availability has been the biggest weakness for Troy Andersen in his NFL career, as he’s played in just nine games over his last three seasons in the league. He’s a size-speed specimen, but his path to playing time with the Atlanta Falcons going forward is a weak one. They added the likes of Christian Harris, Kendal Daniels, and Harold Perkins Jr. this offseason, and Divine Deablo projects as a starter, leaving Andersen on the outside looking in.
Baltimore Ravens: Justice Hill, RB
Justice Hill has been a fixture in the Baltimore Ravens’ backfield since 2019, making him a highly tenured back on his team in an era where running backs don’t often stick around in one place. However, they took a low-risk, high-reward swing in gifted Clemson running back Adam Randall in the fifth round, and Rasheen Ali is the Ravens’ primary kick returner. If they get good enough value, Hill could be a good trade candidate.
Buffalo Bills: Keon Coleman, WR
As the first pick in Round 2 of the 2024 NFL Draft, Keon Coleman has failed to live up to expectations thus far with the Buffalo Bills. His receiving yard total dropped in 2025, and he’s failed to surpass 600 receiving yards in a single season. Speaking of drops, his career drop rate of 12.2% is brutal, and for a bigger receiver, his 36.4% contested catch rate is a major concern. Someone will likely take a chance on his youth and upside for a low price.
Carolina Panthers: Xavier Legette, WR
Xavier Legette got drafted one pick before Coleman, and he’s also produced disappointing results thus far in his NFL career. He hasn’t reached 500 receiving yards in a single season with the Carolina Panthers yet, and Bryce Young had a passer rating of just 70.1 when targeting him in 2025. The Panthers drafted Chris Brazzell II in the third round this year, so if he outperforms Legette in training camp, they could look to deal Legette for a Day 3 pick.
Chicago Bears: T.J. Edwards, LB
The Chicago Bears have shown a preference towards adding speed on defense, which is a mantra that T.J. Edwards doesn’t necessarily meet. His 77.1 PFSN LB Impact Score is the worst score he’s had since 2020, and he’s been a liability for them in coverage. He’s still a smart, physical linebacker, so a team in need of an upgrade at the position could offer a Day 3 selection to take Edwards off Chicago’s hands.
Cincinnati Bengals: Kris Jenkins Jr., DT
The No. 49 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, Kris Jenkins Jr., has settled into a purely rotational role for the Cincinnati Bengals’ defensive line. He’s graded outside of the top 80 in the NFL in PFSN DT Impact Scoring, which won’t help him win playing time over new additions Dexter Lawrence and Jonathan Allen. Factor in interior defenders like B.J. Hill, T.J. Slaton, McKinnley Jackson, and Landon Robinson all competing for time, and Jenkins might see more playing time on a different team.
Cleveland Browns: Jerry Jeudy, WR
The Cleveland Browns’ passing attack was an absolute mess in 2025, so it’s no surprise they attacked the wide receiver room aggressively in the 2026 NFL Draft. After taking KC Concepcion in Round 1 and Denzel Boston in Round 2, last year’s WR1, Jerry Jeudy, faces significant competition for touches. Factor in the speedy, younger Isaiah Bond in the mix, and Jeudy might have a better chance starting elsewhere.
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Dallas Cowboys: Joe Milton, QB
Though the Dallas Cowboys traded for Joe Milton just last offseason, there’s a chance he could be on the move again in 2026. They brought in Sam Howell in free agency, who figures to replace Milton as the second-string quarterback. His success as a backup in New England wasn’t replicated in Dallas last year, but he’s still a gifted quarterback with a rocket arm who could grow into a solid backup somewhere else.
Denver Broncos: Evan Engram, TE
The Denver Broncos brought in Evan Engram last offseason to serve as an upgrade at tight end, and while the team saw plenty of success, Engram failed to live up to expectations. His 28.8 receiving yards per game marked the second-lowest average he’s had in his NFL career. The Broncos doubled down on tight ends by drafting both Justin Joly and Dallen Bentley this year, which could push Engram out as he remains on the decline.
Detroit Lions: Terrion Arnold, CB
After showing some encouraging flashes as a rookie, Terrion Arnold regressed in 2025. Part of that came down to his playing in just eight games, but his PFSN CB Impact Score dropped from 76.2 to 72.4, and he has only one interception in 24 career games. The Detroit Lions have a log-jammed cornerback room with D.J. Reed and Rock Ya-Sin projected to compete outside, as well as fifth-round rookie Keith Abney II. If enough of those guys perform well enough, Arnold could net the Lions some good draft capital.
Green Bay Packers: MarShawn Lloyd, RB
Though the stakes haven’t been very high with how well Josh Jacobs has played for the Green Bay Packers, their third-round selection of MarShawn Lloyd in 2024 has aged poorly thus far. He’s only played in one game at the NFL level due to injury, tallying just six carries for 15 yards in 2024. Availability is the best ability, so if Lloyd doesn’t fare well in training camp or the preseason, it might make sense to move on.
Houston Texans: Blake Fisher, OT
A second-round pick for the Houston Texans in 2024, Blake Fisher now finds himself buried on the depth chart after starting in ten games for them last season. His 55.4 PFSN OL Impact Score gave him a true “F” grade and saw him rank No. 84 among 107 qualified offensive tackles. Aireontae Ersery and Braden Smith will start over him, and with Trent Brown as a superior swing tackle, Fisher could be a nice, young depth addition with upside to still tap into for another team.
Indianapolis Colts: Anthony Richardson Sr., QB
It’s fair to say the Indianapolis Colts’ selection of Anthony Richardson Sr. in Round 1 of the 2023 NFL Draft was a bust. They’ve since extended Daniel Jones to be their undisputed starting quarterback, leaving Richardson on the outside looking in. With no clear path to becoming a long-term starter there, a trade to a team with an aging quarterback as a reclamation project could be best for both sides.
Jacksonville Jaguars: Walker Little, OT
Walker Little has been an on-again, off-again starting offensive tackle for the Jacksonville Jaguars, and he now finds himself back on the bench after a disappointing 2025 campaign. A post-June 1 trade would save the Jaguars over $11 million in cap space this season, as well as over $10 million in a 2027 offseason in which they’ll be strapped for cap space.
Kansas City Chiefs: Felix Anudike-Uzomah, EDGE
Through three seasons in the NFL, Felix Anudike-Uzomah has only tallied three sacks for the Kansas City Chiefs. Part of that comes down to him missing the whole 2025 season, but that’s still not ideal production for the 2023 first-round pick. Given his disappointing tenure with the Chiefs, it could make sense for both sides for him to get a fresh start elsewhere.
Las Vegas Raiders: Jordan Meredith, C
A below-average starter at center for the Las Vegas Raiders in 2025, Jordan Meredith ranked No. 36 among 39 qualified centers in PFSN OL Impact Scoring. The Raiders spent serious money to sign Tyler Linderbaum in free agency, moving Meredith over to the bench. Third-round rookie Trey Zuhn III has center experience, as well. Though he’s hardly a standout lineman, Meredith’s starting experience could make him a valuable depth piece for another team.
Los Angeles Chargers: Quentin Johnston, WR
Though Los Angeles Chargers GM Joe Hortiz shut down trade rumors surrounding Quentin Johnston, such a move could make sense. They have an abundance of weapons, particularly at tight end, which could eat into Johnston’s red-zone targets. Though he’s become a solid contributor, he hasn’t lived up to his first-round potential, and other NFL teams could put more value in a player like him.
Los Angeles Rams: Colby Parkinson, TE
The Los Angeles Rams have used second-round picks on tight ends in each of the last two offseasons, and they extended Tyler Higbee to a two-year deal this offseason. Unless they plan on moving off of Terrance Ferguson after just one season, Colby Parkinson stands out as the most likely trade option in that crowded room. Trading Parkinson would net the Rams decent draft capital and save $7 million in cap space for the 2026 season.
Miami Dolphins: Jordyn Brooks, LB
Jordyn Brooks is coming off a stellar 2025 campaign, which saw him lead all NFL linebackers in combined tackles, solo tackles, and PFSN LB Impact Scoring. He was a Pro Bowler and a first-team All-Pro last year, but there’s no telling if he fits into the Miami Dolphins’ rebuilding stage. Entering the last year of his deal, if the Dolphins can’t come to an agreement on an extension, Brooks could be a prime trade candidate.
Minnesota Vikings: Jordan Addison, WR
Rather than continue to improve in Year 3, Jordan Addison saw his production drop in 2025, finishing with a career-low 71.0 PFSN WR Impact Score and posting career-low numbers in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns. He missed three games due to suspension last year, and he was arrested for trespassing in January. His drop in production and off-field concerns could make him a trade candidate for the Minnesota Vikings.
New England Patriots: Bradyn Swinson, EDGE
Bradyn Swinson stood out as an intriguing fifth-round pick by the New England Patriots in the 2025 NFL Draft, but he only played in three games and had one tackle as a rookie. It’s too early to give up on him as an eventual NFL contributor, but that might not come in New England. Swinson will be competing with 2026 draft picks Gabe Jacas and Quintayvion Hutchins for backup snaps, along with Elijah Ponder, an undrafted free agent from Swinson’s same draft class but one who outperformed him with four sacks as a rookie.
New Orleans Saints: Alvin Kamara, RB
Alvin Kamara had the worst year of his career in 2025, ranking No. 50 among 53 qualified running backs with a weak 46.0 PFSN RB Impact Score. He finished with career-low totals in rushing yards, yards per carry, rushing yards per game, and total touchdowns. After the New Orleans Saints signed Travis Etienne Jr. in free agency, they could look to ship Kamara out for a late-round pick or a pick swap.
New York Giants: Kayvon Thibodeaux, EDGE
The New York Giants didn’t trade Kayvon Thibodeaux before the 2025 NFL trade deadline, but it remains a possibility they do so before the 2026 edition takes place. They already had a talented edge-rushing duo with Brian Burns and Abdul Carter, and first-round pick Arvell Reese figures to take a portion of his reps off the edge, too. Thibodeaux is in the last year of his deal, but he’s talented enough to earn the Giants a solid haul of draft capital.
New York Jets: Jeremy Ruckert, TE
Though Mason Taylor led the New York Jets in tight end receptions last year, it was Jeremy Ruckert who started in 15 games in 2025. He’s been a serviceable rotational piece, but with Taylor and 2026 first-round pick Kenyon Sadiq now in the mix, Ruckert will face a tougher path to playing time. If Jelani Woods looks good enough in camp, trading Ruckert to a team that needs a TE2 upgrade for a cheap price could make sense.
Philadelphia Eagles: A.J. Brown, WR
The expectation is that the Philadelphia Eagles will trade A.J. Brown to the Patriots and receive a first-round draft pick in return. Brown was publicly upset with his role in the Eagles’ offense, or relative lack thereof. With Philadelphia having selected Makai Lemon in Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft and traded for Dontayvion Wicks, parting ways with Brown is a foregone conclusion.
Pittsburgh Steelers: Mason Rudolph, QB
Mason Rudolph has played for the Pittsburgh Steelers for much of his NFL career since entering the league in 2018. Despite that, he signed a two-year deal when Mike Tomlin was still the head coach, and he also did so before they drafted Will Howard in 2025 and Drew Allar in 2026. With Aaron Rodgers back for one more year, the Steelers may look to flip Rudolph for some late-round draft capital.
San Francisco 49ers: Isaac Guerendo, RB
Isaac Guerendo demonstrated some intriguing flashes in 2024 as a rookie, but his impact in 2025 came on special teams, as he didn’t have a single carry last season. Brian Robinson Jr. took over as the second-string back, and while he’s no longer on the team, they have 2025 fifth-rounder Jordan James and third-round rookie Kaelon Black in the mix. A team could give the San Francisco 49ers a Day 3 pick to bet on Guerendo’s size and speed.
Seattle Seahawks: Kenny McIntosh, RB
There aren’t too many players that make sense for the Seattle Seahawks to trade, but Kenny McIntosh would fit the bill. Their 2023 seventh-round pick didn’t play a snap in 2025, and he’ll be competing with the likes of Emanuel Wilson, George Holani, and Velus Jones Jr. for a roster spot behind the tandem of Jadarian Price and Zach Charbonnet. With a competitive Seahawks backfield, McIntosh might earn the team a move-up in a late-round pick swap.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Anthony Nelson, EDGE
Anthony Nelson has been with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers since 2019, but he faces an uphill battle to make the 53-man roster in 2026. They drafted Rueben Bain Jr. in Round 1 this year, signed Al-Quadin Muhammad, who came off an 11-sack season with the Lions in 2025, and still have Chris Braswell and David Walker coming off the bench. Nelson could be worth spending a late-round pick on for a team in need of veteran edge help.
Tennessee Titans: Will Levis, QB
The writing was on the wall for Will Levis’ time to be over with the Tennessee Titans when they drafted Cam Ward No. 1 overall in the 2025 NFL Draft. Since then, however, they’ve also brought in Mitchell Trubisky and Hendon Hooker, the former of whom is likely to jump Levis on the depth chart. Still just 26 with a strong arm, Levis could be a low-risk, high-reward trade target for a team in need of a new backup quarterback.
Washington Commanders: Jer’Zhan Newton, DT
Though Jer’Zhan Newton improved from two sacks in 2024 to five sacks in 2025, his consistency failed to take shape in his second year with the Washington Commanders. Recent additions to the defensive line, like Tim Settle, DJ Davidson, and Charles Omenihu, will compete with Newton for playing time, along with returning players like Javon Kinlaw and Daron Payne. If the Commanders get enough value in return, trading Newton could make sense with a log-jammed interior defensive line.
