The 2024 NFL season is really starting to ramp up as teams begin to separate themselves into Super Bowl contenders and others are already looking forward to next year.
Teams like the Kansas City Chiefs, Baltimore Ravens, and Minnesota Vikings are leading the pack, while the Cleveland Browns, Carolina Panthers, and Tennessee Titans could use more draft picks to reload their respective rosters.
The NFL trade deadline is set for November 5, and negotiations are expected to heat up as that date approaches.
Several moves have already been made, most notably Davante Adams and Amari Cooper being shipped to the New York Jets and Buffalo Bills, respectively.
Similar win-now deals should start filtering in, as the losing team has veterans who can immediately help their rivals.
With that in mind, there are four names in particular worth keeping in mind, according to one NFL insider.
“With the NFL trade deadline approaching in 17 days, [Diana Russini] is keeping an eye on several players who could be available for the job, including: debo Samuel, bryce Young, deandre hopkins, Za’Darius Smith,” The Athletic NFL posted on X.
With the NFL trade deadline approaching in 17 days, @DMRussini is keeping an eye on several players who could be available for the job, including:
◽️ Deebo Samuel
◽️ Bryce Young
◽️ DeAndre Hopkins
◽️ Za’Darius SmithAdditional information: https://t.co/E6crkfRj3N pic.twitter.com/OSqgzP71eq
— Athletic NFL (@TheAthleticNFL) October 19, 2024
Samuel will likely be the most impactful wide receiver, as the San Franciso 49ers star is still in his prime and can fill multiple roles offensively.
Young has established himself as the Panthers’ starting quarterback and could be a great redevelopment project for a rebuilding team, while the Titans’ Hopkins could be a help to any receiving corps in need of a veteran.
Meanwhile, Smith is still a productive pass rusher for the Browns and could help the defense.
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