The Ringer NFL Show NFL Trade Deadline Primer: Buyers, Sellers, and Deals That Make Sense!
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Oct 28, 2025 As the NFL trade deadline approaches, teams are weighing their options. Struggling franchises are urged to trade expiring players for draft capital, while playoff contenders seek key roster boosts. Sheil explores potential trades for stars like Chris Olave and David Njoku. The Vikings face a QB dilemma with Carson Wentz's injury, and teams like the Ravens and Bills are considering strategic additions to enhance their defenses and offenses. It's a crucial moment for teams looking to reshape their futures.
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Trade Expiring Players For Draft Capital
- If a team is out of the playoff picture, trade pending free agents instead of letting them walk for nothing.
- Acquiring draft capital now prevents organizational malpractice and fuels future roster upgrades.
Saints Hold Tradeable Assets
- The Saints have valuable players on expiring or short-term deals that could fetch real returns in trades.
- Teams must decide now whether players like Chris Olave and Rashid Shaheed fit long-term plans or should be monetized.
Move High-Value Free Agents Now
- Don’t let high-performing pending free agents like Breece Hall play out the string if you won't re-sign them.
- Trade them now to recoup draft capital rather than losing them for nothing in free agency.