Scoop City: Inside The NFL NFL Trade Deadline Drama: Who’s buying, who’s selling, & why some stars aren't moving
Oct 30, 2025
Chris Branch, author of The Pulse newsletter, joins the discussion as the team dives into the NFL trade deadline's hot topics. They explore why stars like A.J. Brown and Chris Olave aren't expected to move, alongside the current buyer and seller dynamics. The Vikings quarterback situation gets attention after Carson Wentz's season-ending surgery, while midseason superlatives provide some lighthearted fun. Branch poses thought-provoking questions on overtime rules and the future of the Ravens under John Harbaugh.
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Hutchinson Payday And Agent Tweets
- Dianna describes Aidan Hutchinson's new contract and how agents publicly share terms, noting Mike McCartney's habit of tweeting details.
- She also highlights Hutchinson's recovery from a major injury and earning a top payday regardless.
Assess Post-Injury Performance, Not Just Injury
- Don't assume injured players lose their market; teams reward effective recovery and performance.
- Evaluate post-injury production before judging a player's value at the deadline.
Why Few Big-Name Trades Happen
- Big-name players rarely move because many simply don't want to be traded and teams often refuse to deal their stars.
- Availability, player preference, and team reluctance explain why few blockbuster deadline trades happen this year.