2026 NFL Trade Deadline Thread

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Players the article above saw as potential fits for us. I don't really get the potential interest in Andrews.

24. Christian Harris, LB, Houston Texans​

The buzz: Harris is a once-productive starter relegated to a reserve role in Houston's defense, due in part to injuries. But he is healthy now and still 24 years old. Texans coach DeMeco Ryans is a disciple of the 49ers coaching staff, and San Francisco might need linebacker help after Fred Warner's season-ending injury. And Texans general manager Nick Caserio is among the most aggressive dealmakers in the league. -- Fowler

The tape: A long run-and-hit defender at the second level, Harris can play downhill as a stack 'backer and pursue the football quickly on the edges. However, hip tightness and limited coverage awareness show on the tape, which could make Harris a better fit as an early-down/base-package defender. -- Bowen

Predicted chance of getting traded: 30%
Team fits: Dallas Cowboys, San Francisco 49ers

16. Arnold Ebiketie, Edge, Atlanta Falcons​

The buzz: Ebiketie has had trade interest dating back to the offseason. The 2022 second-round pick is on an expiring contract, and rookies James Pearce Jr. and Jalon Walker are a big part of Atlanta's future at edge rusher. The Falcons don't necessarily want to trade Ebiketie but typically at least listen to offers when presented. -- Fowler

The tape: At 6-foot-2 and 250 pounds, Ebiketie fits the profile of a 3-4 edge rusher who can be schemed in sub-package sets. Ebiketie is a linear mover with short-area speed and the hand usage to set up blockers. Defenses could use Ebiketie as a nickel rusher. He doesn't have a sack yet in 2025, but he had exactly six in each of the past two seasons. -- Bowen

Predicted chance of getting traded: 25%
Team fits: Dallas Cowboys, Chicago Bears

13. Arden Key, Edge, Tennessee Titans​

The buzz: The Titans are open to trading players who are in the last year of a contract and are not in the franchise's long-term plans. Key fits that mold. And if pass-rush-hunting teams strike out on big names, Key is a serviceable alternative. The Titans just lost rookie pass rusher Oluwafemi Oladejo for significant time due to a fractured leg, so they might need to keep Key to offset attrition. -- Fowler

The tape: With his length at 6-foot-5 and short-area closing speed, Key can be set up on the edge or schemed out of loaded fronts. In five games played this season, Key has 1.5 sacks -- and he had a total of 12.5 over his previous two seasons with Tennessee. Key could be viewed as a situational pass rusher for a contending team. -- Bowen

Predicted chance of getting traded: 40%
Team fits: San Francisco 49ers, Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys

11. Logan Wilson, LB, Cincinnati Bengals​

The buzz: The Bengals are going younger at linebacker, relegating Wilson to a reserve role in favor of rookie Barrett Carter despite Wilson's status as a team captain. Teams I've talked to believe the Bengals are open to dealing Wilson, whose base salary is $5.4 million this season. Next year, Wilson has a base of $6 million. -- Fowler

The tape: Wilson is a three-down defender with the coverage instincts and range to impact the pass defense. He has 11 interceptions and 11 pass breakups over his career, plus he has averaged seven tackles per game during his five-plus seasons. Wilson would be an upgrade for multiple teams in the middle of the defense. -- Bowen

Predicted chance of getting traded: 60%
Team fits: Dallas Cowboys, San Francisco 49ers, Buffalo Bills, Indianapolis Colts

9. Alontae Taylor, CB, New Orleans Saints​

The buzz: This would be a surprise but is still one to watch. The Saints don't want to trade Taylor but would consider it if they receive a strong offer. He is on the radar of a few teams. Taylor is a 2026 free agent who figures to earn a big pay day, and it's worth noting that the Saints have a young core of defensive backs that they like in Kool-Aid McKinstry, Quincy Riley and Jonas Sanker. -- Fowler

The tape: Taylor's versatility and urgent play style shows on the tape. He has the speed to cover on the perimeter, but he can also play a disruptive role in the slot. In four years with the Saints, Taylor has six sacks, three INTs and 36 pass breakups. -- Bowen

Predicted chance of getting traded: 25%
Team fits: Buffalo Bills, Seattle Seahawks, Dallas Cowboys

6. Mark Andrews, TE, Baltimore Ravens​

The buzz: The three-time Pro Bowler is a tried-and-true Raven, and Baltimore is still holding out faith that it can make a playoff run despite the 1-5 start. But shipping pass rusher Odafe Oweh to the Chargers surprised many around the league, and the franchise seems open to at least evaluating the future of key veterans. Andrews is making $11 million in the final year of his deal, and tight end Isaiah Likely is also set to hit free agency, probably forcing the Ravens to make some sort of action at the position eventually. -- Fowler

The tape: Andrews' play speed has declined, but he can still operate underneath, using his coverage awareness to make himself available to the QB. Plus, Andrews can be schemed on seams and wheel routes. Andrews has 21 receptions for 174 yards and two touchdowns this season. -- Bowen

Predicted chance of getting traded: 20%
Team fits: San Francisco 49ers, Philadelphia Eagles, Dallas Cowboys