Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. (7) reacts to his reception during the first quarter of an NFL football
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. (7) reacts to his reception during the first quarter of an NFL football matchup at EverBank Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, in Jacksonville, Fla. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union] Credit: USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
Many teams are starting to look at trades with the trade deadline approaching in a few weeks. The NFL season is moving quickly, and players may be dealt soon.
Whether it be because of expiring deals, teams wanting to take a swing on a young star, or teams trying to rebuild. Here are 4 players who could be dealt in 2026 and what team they might end up with.
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Garrett Wilson to 49ers
Oct 11, 2026; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson (5) warms up before the game against the Cleveland Browns at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
The Jets are building a young roster but could be motivated to move Garrett Wilson if he doesn’t want to be in New York. It would be tough for the Jets to move on from their best weapon, but the 49ers are going to be motivated to add a big-time weapon to Kyle Shanahan’s offense.
Garrett Wilson can elevate this banged-up 49ers receiving corps, which needs a new wide receiver. Mike Evans has been an amazing weapon but can’t stay healthy; George Kittle has been good, and Christian McCaffrey has been elite.
Josh Sweat to Cowboys
Arizona Cardinals linebacker Josh Sweat (10) walks off the field after their 31-7 loss to the Seattle Seahawks at State Farm
Arizona Cardinals linebacker Josh Sweat (10) walks off the field after their 31-7 loss to the Seattle Seahawks at State Farm Stadium in Glendale on Sept. 20, 2026. Credit: USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
The Dallas Cowboys are currently linked to Arizona Cardinals LB Josh Sweat, and this defense needs a new face to help out this struggling unit. Once again, the Cowboys are a very bad defense.
This might not be their only move to improve their defense. Names like Khali Mack could also be in a potential trade. This team must make defense moves. At some point, it is on the players to execute because this team has invested in many defensive coordinators and things are still not working out.
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Jonathan Taylor to Giants
Oct 4, 2026; Tottenham, ENG; Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Washington Commanders during the third quarter at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
For the right price, the Giants should be in on Jonathan Taylor. Taylor could be a player the Colts hold on to because a complete fire sale might end up hurting the team more than helping them. It is tough to find key players like Taylor. For the Giants, their running back situation is a mess. John Harbaugh wants an elite back to rely on, and Cam Skattebo or Tyrone Tracy Jr. may not be the right one that Harbaugh is looking for.
An offense with Malik Nabers, Jonathan Taylor, Isaiah Likely, and Cam Skattebo can be very entertaining to watch. A team still uncertain at QB remains a question mark, yet JJ McCarthy is currently striving to secure victories and maintain their position at the top of the NFC East.
Brian Thomas Jr. to Rams
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. (7) celebrates a touchdown catch in the second quarter of the NFL Week 4
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. (7) celebrates a touchdown catch in the second quarter of the NFL Week 4 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Jacksonville Jaguars at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026. Credit: USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect (Reuters)
The Rams may look to call the Jaguars on a potential wide receiver trade involving Brian Thomas Jr. With Davante Adams sidelined for the long term, the Rams could look to make a splash on a good player. With all the trades they have made, they still have enough draft capital to make a move.
While the offense is functioning well, acquiring Brian Thomas Jr. could provide them with a valuable asset if they choose to pursue a trade.