The Ringer NFL Show Trade Deadline Bonanza! With Gregg Rosenthal
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Nov 5, 2025 Sheil is joined by Gregg Rosenthal, an NFL Network analyst and podcaster known for his sharp insights on trades and team strategies. They dive into the Jets' controversial decisions, trading Sauce Gardner and Quinnen Williams at peak value. Gregg argues that these moves help the Jets reset by converting defensive talent into draft capital for future offensive options. The duo also debates the Cowboys' long-term strategy after acquiring Williams and analyzes the implications of the Saints' trade with the Seahawks. It's a lively discussion on the trade landscape!
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Win-Now Trade Logic
- Trading two future first-round picks for a young elite cornerback is high risk but can be rational if the team truly believes it's in a 'win-now' window.
- The Colts valued immediate championship upside and roster continuity over preserving draft capital for uncertain quarterback outcomes.
Quarterback Uncertainty Raises Cost
- If a team has uncertainty at quarterback, giving up multiple first-round picks is especially risky because the franchise hinges on that position.
- Chris Ballard and the Colts appear confident enough in Daniel Jones to accept that risk and pursue immediate upgrades.
Buy Time Before Spending Picks
- Be patient before surrendering long-term draft capital when a quarterback's sample size is small and injury history is concerning.
- Use franchise tags or short-term deals to buy evaluation time rather than mortgaging the future.