• Tampa Bay Buccaneers should be buyers: One Titans player yet to surface in trade rumors is veteran guard Kevin Zeitler, who would be an ideal rental candidate for the Buccaneers. While his play has been closer to average this season in Tennessee, Zeitler was among the league’s elite last year in Detroit, earning an overall grade of 86.5 and a run-blocking grade of 87.2.

• The Jets should be sellers: Defensively, the Jets have multiple players on contracts that make them appealing trade targets, including edge rushers Jermaine Johnson and Will McDonald and linebacker Quincy Williams. McDonald has produced 16 pressures on 174 pass-rush snaps, earning a 72.3 pass-rush grade so far this season, while Johnson has generated 14 pressures on 133 pass-rush snaps.

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The trade deadline arrives at 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Nov. 4, giving teams a final opportunity to add to their roster — or their collection of draft picks — in the coming days.

Predicting which teams will be aggressive in either direction isn’t as simple as checking the standings. Injuries, salary-cap space and contract flexibility all factor into deadline strategy.

What follows is a snapshot of each team’s potential approach, with all 32 clubs falling into one of three categories: buy, sell or hold. For each buy and sell candidate, we’ll also highlight potential players who could be targets.

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Arizona Cardinals (2-5): Sell

The Cardinals entered the season with higher expectations but have dug themselves an early hole that will be difficult to escape given the strength of the division. While the roster doesn’t feature many obvious trade candidates compared to other struggling teams, one player who could make sense to move is edge defender Zaven Collins.

Collins was originally drafted as an off-ball linebacker but has since transitioned into a primarily situational pass-rusher. Even in that role, he’s provided some value, posting a 12.5% pass-rush win rate with 14 total pressures this season.

Atlanta Falcons (3-4): Buy

The Falcons haven’t received much production from their wide receivers outside of Drake London and need to find a reliable secondary option at the position. DJ Moore would be a strong fit in Atlanta, as he’s been a more consistent and productive player throughout his NFL career than Darnell Mooney.

Baltimore Ravens (2-5): Hold

The Ravens have dug themselves into a significant hole, and while the return of quarterback Lamar Jackson could shift their fortunes to some degree, it’s difficult to trust any level of the defense as it currently stands.

Baltimore’s defense ranks 29th in both EPA allowed per play (0.107) and offensive touchdowns allowed. While the team could look to make a splash by targeting New York Jets interior defender Quinnen Williams to help offset the loss of Justin Madubuike, the reality is that one acquisition won’t fix the collective issues in pass rush, run defense or coverage. Retaining the current roster and preserving 2026 draft capital may be the most prudent course of action.

Buffalo Bills (5-2): Buy

The low-hanging fruit here is finding a replacement for star interior defender Ed Oliver, who underwent surgery for a torn biceps and was placed on injured reserve Tuesday. The reality, though, is that if it were easy to find interior pass-rushers with that level of disruption, the Ravens likely would have beaten the Bills to the punch while seeking a replacement for their own standout, Justin Madubuike.

While the Bills’ offense remains one of the league’s most explosive, it’s still searching for consistent production from an outside receiver. Former first-round pick Keon Coleman has managed just four catches on 12 contested targets this season. After a strong Week 1 performance against Baltimore — eight receptions, four of them explosive (15-plus yards), for 112 yards and a touchdown — he has produced just three explosive plays in six games since.

Buffalo’s cleanest path to another Super Bowl run may be leaning on its reigning MVP to keep lighting up the scoreboard. Adding a more reliable and dynamic outside threat like Saints receiver Chris Olave could help Josh Allen do exactly that.

Carolina Panthers (4-4): Sell

Carolina would otherwise be a hold candidate — if not for the previously mentioned Chuba Hubbard. While he was highlighted earlier as a potential target for the Chiefs, several other teams could also be interested in acquiring a running back, including the Texans, Chargers and Commanders.

Chicago Bears (4-3): Buy and sell

The Bears are one of the few teams with the potential to both buy and sell at the deadline — and what makes their situation unique is that both moves could come at the same position. Receiver DJ Moore has seen a steep decline in production this season, with just 38 targets through seven games after totaling 289 over the previous two years with the club. Seemingly not part of rookie head coach Ben Johnson’s long-term plans, Moore’s $24.9 million cap hit makes him a realistic trade candidate.

If the Bears do move Moore, they’ll need to find a capable replacement, and the market has options. During Ben Johnson’s time as Detroit’s offensive coordinator, the Lions’ 2023 offense was among the league’s best, but it reached another level in 2024 with the emergence of game-breaker Jameson Williams. As mentioned, several teams are likely to pursue Saints receiver Rashid Shaheed. Still, a few landing spots would make more sense than Chicago, where his vertical speed could immediately reshape the passing attack.

Cincinnati Bengals (3-5): Sell

After losing to the previously winless Jets, the Bengals should strongly consider moving pieces to accumulate more draft capital. Edge defender Trey Hendrickson is the most obvious trade candidate, but Cincinnati has several other players who could draw interest across the league.

Cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt tops that list, as he no longer appears to be an every-game starter for the Bengals. Over each of the past two seasons, however, he has recorded four interceptions and posted an 11.0% forced incompletion rate.

Cleveland Browns (2-6): Sell

For the Browns, the objective is simple: put themselves in the best possible position to take another swing at a franchise quarterback. That likely means actively moving current pieces to accumulate additional draft capital.

Veteran tight end David Njoku is one name sure to draw interest, and Cleveland already appears to have his successor in rookie Harold Fannin, who has steadily cut into Njoku’s snap share. Despite the split workload, Fannin leads all tight ends with 13 forced missed tackles after the catch.

Dallas Cowboys (3-4): Hold

As dynamic as the Dallas offense has been, the defense has been nothing short of disastrous. Tied with Cincinnati for last in yards allowed per play (6.3), ranking 31st in EPA allowed per play (0.133) and last in offensive points allowed, the Cowboys simply didn’t measure up against Denver in Week 8.

With injuries and breakdowns at every level of the defense, it’s hard to imagine a handful of trade-deadline moves serving as the solution. Buckle up — the Cowboys should remain wildly entertaining television the rest of the way, but don’t expect much front-office activity before Tuesday.

Denver Broncos (6-2): Buy

The Broncos appear to have the necessary pieces in place on both sides of the ball, but above all, they need more consistent quarterback play from Bo Nix.

One way to help their rookie passer would be to add another proven target, and tight end David Njoku stands out as a logical option. Denver addressed the position from a depth standpoint earlier this week by signing 41-year-old Marcedes Lewis to the practice squad, but Njoku would provide a far more dynamic presence in the passing game. He has earned receiving grades above 65.0 in each of the past four full seasons, with that mark sitting at 61.9 through eight weeks of the 2025 season.

Detroit Lions (5-2): Buy

With several injured defensive backs set to return soon — and their replacements having performed exceptionally against Tampa Bay in Week 7 — the Lions should feel more confident about their secondary as they gear up for a potential title run.

Where Detroit remains thin is on the edge. Aidan Hutchinson is healthy and once again playing at an elite level after last season’s broken leg, while Al-Quadin Muhammad has been a pleasant surprise with a 17.9% pass-rush win rate. However, long-term injuries to Marcus Davenport and Josh Paschal have left the unit short on depth.

The affordable price tag of Will McDonald IV makes him an intriguing option for Detroit, but the Lions could also look to make a bigger splash with New York’s Kayvon Thibodeaux — a player many thought Detroit might select at No. 2 overall in 2022 when it was assumed Jacksonville would take Hutchinson first.

Green Bay Packers (5-1-1): Buy

The Packers made their splash move on the eve of the season by trading for elite edge rusher Micah Parsons, but they could still look to strengthen a secondary that remains inconsistent in coverage.

Alontae Taylor, who plays primarily in the slot for the Saints, fits that need — and the Packers are most vulnerable inside. With his contract set to expire after the season, Taylor is a realistic trade candidate for New Orleans. He’s also playing the best football of his young career, having earned a 68.8 coverage grade through eight games.

Houston Texans (3-4): Buy

The Texans may have the league’s most complete defense, and last weekend’s win over a depleted 49ers team showed what the offense is capable of when quarterback C.J. Stroud is well protected.

Houston should prioritize reinforcing its offensive line. The group could use both upgrades and added depth across the board, making a veteran such as Cincinnati’s Dalton Risner a logical target. While the Bengals have opted for youth, Risner proved to be a reliable pass protector over the past two seasons in Minnesota, allowing just one sack on 883 total pass-protection snaps between 2023 and 2024.

Indianapolis Colts (7-1): Buy

The Colts are among the season’s most pleasant surprises, and with several expected AFC contenders struggling, Indianapolis should look to capitalize on its early success by making a move that solidifies its status as a legitimate contender.

Edge defender Laiatu Latu is enjoying an excellent sophomore campaign, posting a 20.6% pass-rush win rate, but the defense still needs another consistent presence off the edge. The Colts could be among the teams most likely to call Miami about acquiring edge rusher Jaelan Phillips.

Jacksonville Jaguars (4-3): Hold

Twenty-three days ago, the Jaguars announced themselves as true contenders in the AFC. Two ugly home losses to West Coast opponents since that Monday night triumph to start the month, however, have the franchise seemingly right back where it began.

Second-year receiver Brian Thomas Jr. — who has six drops compared to just one touchdown this season — has become an easy target for frustrated Jaguars fans. Still, it would be premature to give up on him, considering the promise he showed down the stretch last year.

For now, the franchise appears to be in a holding pattern as it waits for things to finally click for quarterback Trevor Lawrence, who is under contract at least through the 2027 season. Given the organization’s recent investments in its young receiving corps, the Jaguars should avoid making any drastic changes to the current roster.

Kansas City Chiefs (5-3): Buy

The Chiefs are clearly back and firmly in charge, especially with receiver Rashee Rice returning from suspension.

One area where the Chiefs still fall short, however, is the run game. With Isiah Pacheco likely sidelined this week due to injury and the team seemingly hesitant to give rookie Brashard Smith a significant workload, that leaves only Kareem Hunt to handle backfield duties.

While the Panthers may be reluctant to move Chuba Hubbard, the recent emergence of Rico Dowdle — combined with rookie Trevor Etienne’s presence — could make them more open to the right offer. As Carolina’s full-time starter over the past two seasons, Hubbard totaled 1,457 rushing yards after contact and forced 87 missed tackles.

Las Vegas Raiders (2-5): Sell

The Raiders remain stuck at the bottom of a brutally difficult division, and like Cleveland and Miami, they need to position themselves for a franchise quarterback next April. While they could look to move on from interior lineman Jackson Powers-Johnson, another option would be trading receiver Jakobi Meyers.

Meyers is due for a new contract after the season, and the Raiders already have a deep, youthful receiver group. As a result, his production has dipped this year, but in 2024, he recorded 28 explosive plays on 87 catches — without a single drop.

Los Angeles Chargers (5-3): Buy

While their record suggests they’re still in the hunt, the Chargers’ ceiling this season is likely limited by the season-ending torn patellar tendon suffered by star left tackle Rashawn Slater. Rookie Joe Alt has proven capable of sliding to the left side, but veteran Bobby Hart has been filling in on the right. After missing the previous two seasons, Hart has graded negatively on 17.5% of his run plays in three games with Los Angeles, compared to positive grades on just 7.6%.

Miami’s Kendall Lamm could be the best available tackle for the Chargers to pursue. Last season, on 336 pass-blocking snaps with the Dolphins, he allowed no sacks and only one quarterback hit.

Los Angeles Rams (5-2): Hold

The Rams are clearly serious contenders this season, with dynamic play on both sides of the ball. They’ve already declared themselves buyers, as evidenced by this week’s trade with Tennessee for cornerback Roger McCreary.

That said, Los Angeles is likely done making moves. The team has limited cap flexibility but strong youth and depth across the roster. This is one of the league’s best-positioned teams to make a legitimate run at the Super Bowl.

Miami Dolphins (2-6): Sell

Making significant changes to the current roster is complicated by the uncertain long-term futures of Dolphins general manager Chris Grier and head coach Mike McDaniel. Still, Miami has several intriguing players with movable contracts who could draw interest before the deadline.

Edge rusher Jaelan Phillips — in the final year of his rookie deal — headlines that list, but teams could also inquire about veteran swing tackle Kendall Lamm or cornerback Rasul Douglas, whose 73.9 coverage grade ranks sixth among cornerbacks with at least 200 coverage snaps this season.

Minnesota Vikings (3-4): Buy

Similar to the Giants, viewing the Vikings as potential buyers is less about chasing wins in 2025 and more about protecting and developing their current quarterback investment. The offensive line has been a major issue this season, as injuries to every projected Week 1 starter except right guard Will Fries have left the unit in disarray. Starter J.J. McCarthy has already missed significant time with an injury, and backup Carson Wentz is now out for the year with a torn labrum and dislocated shoulder.

The status of both starting tackles remains uncertain ahead of Sunday’s matchup with the Lions. And beyond this week, Minnesota would be wise to pursue help at tackle (Kendall Lamm again comes to mind). The Vikings could also use a versatile interior lineman, which brings the Raiders’ Jackson Powers-Johnson back into focus.

New England Patriots (6-2): Hold

The Patriots already answered this question on Tuesday when they traded edge defender Keion White to the 49ers and safety Kyle Dugger to the Steelers. At this point, they’re more likely to stand pat on the roster’s current makeup, as the franchise focuses on the future despite sitting in first place.

That said, several receivers with long-term upside could be available, and New England has the cap space to take on a veteran pass-catcher’s contract. Potential targets include Chicago’s DJ Moore or one of New Orleans’ top weapons, Chris Olave or Rashid Shaheed.

New Orleans Saints (1-7): Sell

If Saints fans feel shortchanged by the lack of a lengthy breakdown on which players New Orleans should consider trading, they’re only hurting themselves — because the rest of this piece has been packed with Saints trade candidates.

Other potential names not yet mentioned include receiver Brandin Cooks, offensive linemen Trevor Penning and Dillon Radunz, running back Alvin Kamara and edge defender Carl Granderson.

New York Giants (2-6): Buy and sell

Given their current record, the Giants are unlikely to make the playoffs this season, but with the future in mind, there are specific moves on both sides of the ball they should consider.

Offensively, the receiving corps has been depleted with Malik Nabers out for the season. Considering the level of talent expected to be available at the deadline, the Giants would be wise to add a legitimate weapon — not only to support rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart’s development this season but also to pair long-term with Nabers upon his return. Rashid Shaheed of the Saints would be a particularly dangerous complement, adding the kind of vertical dynamism the roster currently lacks.

Defensively, edge defender Kayvon Thibodeaux is on an expiring contract and is unlikely to be re-signed given the team’s financial commitments to Brian Burns and Abdul Carter. Thibodeaux is among the defenders expected to be available before Tuesday’s deadline and could bring back meaningful draft capital for April.

New York Jets (1-7): Sell

The Jets finally secured their first win of the season under rookie head coach Aaron Glenn and should now be focused on rebuilding the roster through the draft. While their record doesn’t reflect it, New York has several intriguing players who could draw trade interest.

Defensively, the Jets have multiple players on contracts that make them appealing trade targets, including edge rushers Jermaine Johnson and Will McDonald and linebacker Quincy Williams. McDonald has produced 16 pressures on 174 pass-rush snaps, earning a 72.3 pass-rush grade so far this season, while Johnson has generated 14 pressures on 133 pass-rush snaps. The first domino fell Tuesday, as New York traded cornerback Michael Carter II to Philadelphia in exchange for receiver John Metchie III and a swap of late-round picks. Expect additional moves before next Tuesday’s deadline.

Philadelphia Eagles (6-2): Buy

The injuries to Nolan Smith and the sudden retirement of Za’Darius Smith left the Eagles so thin on the edge that veteran Brandon Graham was coaxed out of retirement. Clearly, more help is needed, and a still-young player like Will McDonald IV of the Jets could be an intriguing option for the defending champions.

While McDonald has yet to live up to his first-round billing, he flashed his potential last season with 10 sacks and 60 total pressures. In Philadelphia, he would join a deep, experienced front that could help unlock his consistency.

Pittsburgh Steelers (4-3): Buy

As already mentioned, the Steelers were quick to fill the void left by safety DeShon Elliott’s injury by acquiring Kyle Dugger earlier this week. But with Pittsburgh sitting atop the AFC North standings and led by an aging quarterback, the team could look to make additional moves before the deadline.

On Wednesday, starting guard Isaac Seumalo and starting center Zach Frazier both missed practice, and the depth behind them is thin. Regardless of whether either player is expected to miss time, interior-line depth is clearly a need.

The Raiders could be a logical trade partner. The previous regime spent a 2024 second-round pick on interior lineman Jackson Powers-Johnson, but he appeared to be benched during Las Vegas’ Week 7 matchup against the Chiefs. While primarily a center at Oregon, Powers-Johnson has already logged more than 300 snaps at each of the interior positions during his time as a pro.

San Francisco 49ers (5-3): Buy

The 49ers can’t seem to escape the injury bug, as nearly every position group has endured significant attrition. The defense has been especially hard-hit, with stars Nick Bosa and Fred Warner both suffering season-ending injuries.

San Francisco has already addressed the defensive line by acquiring Keion White this week, making linebacker the logical next area of focus. Bengals veteran Logan Wilson has become a potential trade candidate amid Cincinnati’s youth movement. While this season has been disappointing, his 2024 campaign was the best of his career — he earned a 72.4 overall grade and an impressive 90.0 run-defense grade.

Seattle Seahawks (5-2): Buy and sell

Like Chicago, Seattle’s potential to both buy and sell at the deadline centers on one player and position. Cornerback Tariq Woolen has struggled this season — as reflected by his 47.4 coverage grade — and his more physical style doesn’t align with the Seahawks’ zone-heavy scheme, which has used Cover 1 and Cover 0 on just 14.4% of defensive snaps.

A better schematic fit could be Dallas cornerback Kaiir Elam. Having arrived via Buffalo’s zone-based defense, Elam thrived there, earning above-average grades in zone coverage across all three of his seasons with the Bills. This year in Dallas, however, Elam’s coverage grade sits at 63.0, the lowest mark of his career.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers (6-2): Buy

The Buccaneers remain potential contenders if they can get healthy, but they may need to make one or two deadline moves to stay afloat. While wide receiver could be an area of focus following Mike Evans’ season-ending injury in Week 7, the more pressing concern is the interior offensive line. Tampa Bay has been without guard Cody Mauch for most of the season after he suffered a knee injury on Sept. 15.

One Titans player yet to surface in trade rumors is veteran guard Kevin Zeitler, who would be an ideal rental candidate for the Buccaneers. While his play has been closer to average this season in Tennessee, Zeitler was among the league’s elite last year in Detroit, earning an overall grade of 86.5 and a run-blocking grade of 87.2.

Tennessee Titans (1-7): Sell

Tennessee has already shown itself to be a seller, having traded cornerback Roger McCreary to the Rams earlier in the week in a swap of Day 3 picks.

Given how far the current roster appears to be from contention, the Titans should look to acquire meaningful draft capital by moving interior defender Jeffery Simmons. Although he missed last week’s game and all practices with a hamstring injury, he remained in the facility throughout the week — an indication that the issue may not be a long-term concern.

While Simmons is unlikely to maintain his current production level post-30 years of age, he remains one of the league’s premier interior pass-rushers, boasting a 19.3% pass-rush win rate this year.

Washington Commanders (3-5): Hold

After a surprise playoff push in 2024, the Commanders were due for some regression. They made several free-agent additions in the spring on both sides of the ball that haven’t panned out, leaving the roster heavy with veterans and limited contractual flexibility.

At this point, Washington — much like its division rival in Dallas — would be best served by focusing on the long-term health of its foundational pieces and riding out the remainder of the season with its current roster and resources.