NFL trade grades: Evaluating 20 deals made ahead of the 2025 deadline
Our Summary
The 2025 NFL trade deadline saw significant player movements and strategic roster changes across the league, with 20 trades completed between the start of the season and November 4.
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Cowboys Trade for Quinnen Williams: The Dallas Cowboys acquired defensive tackle Quinnen Williams from the New York Jets in exchange for defensive tackle Mazi Smith, a 2026 second-round draft pick, and a 2027 first-round draft pick. This move aims to bolster the Cowboys' struggling defense, ranked as the second-worst in the league.
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Colts Acquire Sauce Gardner: The Indianapolis Colts traded for cornerback Sauce Gardner from the Jets, sending wide receiver Adonai Mitchell, a 2026 first-round draft pick, and a 2027 first-round draft pick to New York. The Colts aim to strengthen their secondary amidst injury issues.
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Seahawks Trade for Rashid Shaheed: The Seattle Seahawks acquired wide receiver Rashid Shaheed from the
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🔥 Chiefs Trade for Elite Pass Rusher
Kansas City addresses defensive needs with blockbuster move. Why it matters: Changes playoff dynamics in AFC.
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47% - Increase in Chiefs' pass rush win rate after trade
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