The 2026 NFL trade deadline is two weeks away, and several notable players have already been moved. The New York Giants acquired quarterback J.J. McCarthy, Marvin Harrison Jr. is now with the Houston Texans, and the Indianapolis Colts are reportedly open to trading multiple players. With the Philadelphia Eagles at 2-5 and the Las Vegas Raiders on a four-game losing streak, more deals could be imminent.
Tier 1: Impact Starters
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor, 27, ranks fifth in league rushing despite a 2-5 record, posting 95 yards and a touchdown against Minnesota. Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, 29, averages 48.8 rushing yards with one touchdown through five games. Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby, 29, saw a trade to Baltimore fall through; general manager John Spytek previously sought two first-round picks. Los Angeles Chargers outside linebacker Khalil Mack, 35, has three sacks in six games on an expiring contract. Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker, 30, has eight consecutive Pro Bowls and over 1,000 career tackles. Washington Commanders nose tackle Daron Payne, 29, is a former Pro Bowler on an expiring deal. Chargers linebacker Tuli Tuipulotu, 24, made the Pro Bowl last year with 13 sacks and has 26 tackles and two sacks this season. Cardinals linebacker Josh Sweat, 29, recorded 12 sacks in 2025 but may seek a move after defensive coordinator Jonathan Gannon was fired. Tennessee Titans safety Amani Hooker, 28, has 46 tackles and two interceptions in six games. Colts wide receiver Josh Downs, 25, requested a trade this week; he has 26 catches for 307 yards and ranks second in slot receiving yards since entering the league.
Tier 2: Discount Playmakers
Titans running back Tony Pollard, 29, on an expiring deal, rushed for 129 yards and three touchdowns against Cleveland and is one of only two players with 1,000+ rushing yards in each of the last four seasons. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy, 27, has 16 catches for 171 yards this year after a 90-catch, 1,229-yard season two years ago. Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr., 24, has fallen down the depth chart. Chargers wide receiver Quentin Johnston, 25, has eight catches for 165 yards; his fifth-year option worth over $16 million guaranteed in 2027 was picked up. Chargers cornerback Donte Jackson, 30, on an expiring deal, has eight tackles and two passes defensed with nine interceptions over the past two seasons. Titans linebacker Cedric Gray, 24, recorded 164 tackles last year but has played under 50% of defensive snaps in five of six games under new coordinator Robert Saleh. Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Kristian Fulton, 28, has seen limited snaps recently. Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders, 24, is a backup behind Deshaun Watson with Dillon Gabriel and Taylen Green also on the roster. Miami Dolphins linebacker Josh Uche, 28, has 25 tackles and one sack with a 73.6 PFF grade.
Tier 3: Sneaky Rentals
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jauan Jennings, 29, has four catches for 43 yards in five games after being a key weapon for San Francisco. New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux, 25, a former No. 5 overall pick, has yet to record a sack this season with 10 games left on his rookie deal. Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley, 31, has five catches for 81 yards despite three career 1,000-yard seasons. Eagles wide receiver Marquise Brown, 29, has two catches for 30 yards on a one-year deal. New York Jets cornerback Nahshon Wright, 28, made the Pro Bowl last year with eight takeaways but has not played a defensive snap this season. Eagles cornerback Kelee Ringo, 24, is in the final year of his rookie deal and is a special teams standout.
