NFL Trade Deadline Approaches: Teams on the Move

As the NFL trade deadline looms, teams across the league are ramping up their efforts to shore up their rosters. The city of Pittsburgh is buzzing with rumors as the Steelers look to enhance their wide receiver corps. Following the unfortunate collarbone injury of Christian Kirk, who was in talks to join the Steelers, the team has not lost hope. Instead, they are actively exploring other options, including reaching out to the Jets for Mike Williams and the Panthers for Adam Thielen. A source indicates that Pittsburgh is leaving no stone unturned before Tuesday’s 4 p.m. ET deadline.

Meanwhile, the Lions are also making waves as they pursue new pass rushers. They’ve reportedly been in discussions with the Browns about Za’Darius Smith, a well-known force in the NFC North. Over at Atlanta, the Falcons are pursuing potential deals as well, eyeing Azeez Ojulari from the Giants. Interestingly, the surprising Cardinals, who are tied for the NFC West lead, are jumping into the mix for new pass rushers, including Ojulari.

In a related story, Calais Campbell is generating buzz as the Dolphins may be looking to move him if they cannot secure a win against Buffalo on Sunday. Should the Dolphins falter, Campbell could find himself with a contending team.

Moreover, the Saints have received inquiries about star cornerback Marshon Lattimore, although concerns regarding his health may impact any potential deals. The Chiefs, fresh off recent trades for DeAndre Hopkins and Joshua Uche, may not be done yet, with Lattimore being a player they could pursue.

In addition to these talks, the Jaguars are also open for business, having already traded away some players, and could move even more as the deadline approaches. One of the notable trades this week saw the Carolina Panthers send wide receiver Diontae Johnson to the Ravens, where he will reconnect with fellow player Nelson Agholor. The two have a longstanding friendship dating back to youth sports, making Johnson’s transition to Baltimore a bit smoother.

As teams prepare for the week ahead, all eyes will be on how Sunday’s games unfold. The outcome may heavily influence which teams decide to buy or sell before the impending deadline, making this an exciting time for NFL fans and franchises alike.