With The NFL Trade Deadline Approaching On November 4, Just After Week 9, There Has Seen Surprisingly Little Movement Scross The League So Far. Unlike Previous Seasons That Saw High-Profile Trades Before The Cutoff — Such As Davante Adams Joining The New York Jets In 2024 Or Christian McCaffrey Heading To The San Francisco 49ers In 2022 — The 2025 Season Has Been Quiet. The Lone Notable Transaction To Date Has Been The Cincinnati Bengals’ Acquisition Of Joe Flacco From The Cleveland Browns Rarlier In October

However, analysts and insiders still anticipate that the final stretch before the deadline could bring some action. According to FOX Sports’ Ralph Vacchiano and Eric D. Williams, who surveyed league executives and scouts, teams are primarily targeting pass rushers and wide receivers — the two most in-demand positions at the moment. Yet despite this interest, insiders believe the market’s potential for movement remains limited due to an imbalance between buyers and sellers.

Several front-office executives suggested that while many teams are eager to strengthen their rosters, very few are prepared to part ways with valuable players. One personnel executive noted that “everybody seems to want help in the pass rush and plenty of teams are looking for receivers,” but added that “there just aren’t enough sellers. There aren’t enough teams out of it yet — or convinced they’re out of it.”

This dynamic has created a kind of league-wide stalemate. With the standings still closely packed and many clubs maintaining playoff ambitions, teams are reluctant to concede the season by selling off major contributors. Another assistant general manager echoed that sentiment, saying, “There could be some big-name edge guys and receivers on the move if teams are willing to move them. But right now, my sense is the media is expecting more from the trading deadline than the rest of the league is.”

Still, much could change over the next two weeks as more games are played and teams reassess their postseason prospects. If the trade market does heat up, insiders have identified a few players and franchises that could define this year’s deadline.

At the top of the list is Trey Hendrickson, the Bengals’ standout defensive end. Hendrickson has reportedly drawn significant interest across the league due to his consistent production and high motor. However, any speculation of a move appears to have been cooled by the Bengals’ recent form. Following their Week 7 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers, Cincinnati improved to 3-4, rekindling hopes of staying competitive until star quarterback Joe Burrow returns from injury. As one assistant GM put it, “There’s no way they’re trading him now. They think they can stay in it until Burrow returns.”

Other potential sellers include the New York Jets and Miami Dolphins, although both teams seem hesitant to pull the trigger. The Jets, according to insiders, are “listening” to offers but are demanding steep prices, suggesting they are not yet serious about dealing assets. The Dolphins, meanwhile, appear “frozen,” with uncertainty surrounding the futures of general manager Chris Grier and head coach Mike McDaniel possibly contributing to their indecision.

Should either team eventually decide to sell, there will be no shortage of suitors for pass-rushing help. Multiple teams — including the Philadelphia Eagles, Kansas City Chiefs, San Francisco 49ers, Detroit Lions, New England Patriots, and Dallas Cowboys — are reportedly monitoring the market for edge defenders who could bolster their playoff runs.

Wide receivers represent the other major area of interest. Several clubs with struggling offenses, most notably the Pittsburgh Steelers, New England Patriots, and New York Giants, are looking for upgrades at the position. This has drawn attention to players such as Jaylen Waddle of the Dolphins and Jakobi Meyers of the Las Vegas Raiders. Both are viewed as dynamic options who could spark an offense in need of a reliable target. Yet, as with pass rushers, few teams seem ready to part ways with high-end talent before the deadline.

Another receiver whose name has surfaced is Chris Olave of the New Orleans Saints, though insiders have made it clear that he is “not available.” The Saints view Olave as a long-term cornerstone and are unlikely to consider trade offers, even if demand remains high.

Overall, the prevailing sentiment around the league is one of cautious interest rather than urgency. With so many teams hovering around .500, few are ready to declare themselves sellers, and even fewer are desperate enough to overpay for short-term fixes. Unless the next two weeks dramatically shift the playoff picture, this year’s trade deadline may pass with more speculation than substance.

In summary, as the NFL season reaches its midpoint, teams across the league are carefully weighing their options. There is clear demand for pass rushers and wide receivers, but a shortage of willing sellers has kept the market stagnant. While a late surge of trades remains possible — particularly if certain teams fall out of contention in Weeks 8 and 9 — league insiders caution fans not to expect a blockbuster deadline. The names and needs are there, but the conditions for major movement simply may not be.