NFL Trade Speculation: One Franchise Player Each NFL Team Would Bite on

What would it take for your team to land a Peyton Manning or a Tom Brady?  As a fan what would you be willing to part with in order to secure the prime talent from another team?

In maybe one of the final lockout lull bits of fun, here is an examination of some trade scenarios that would make even former Dallas Cowboys Super Bowl winner Jimmy Johnson blush.

Many of these trades are 'in an ideal world' kind of scenarios.  Some involve players who have been adorned with the franchise tag.  Others are concerned with those athletes who are the face of their respective franchise.

Here is a list of trades involving franchise players tantalising enough to make each NFL team consider parting ways with their prized asset.

1. Arizona Cardinals: Larry Fitzgerald to Pittsburgh Steelers for James Harrison

Convincing the Cardinals to give up the best receiver in football would be a tall order for any team.  The Arizona Cardinals may have placed the franchise tag on Fitzgerald for extra security as he heads into the final year of his contract.  But the NFC West club will still make a determined effort to tie him to a fresh long-term deal.

One trade scenario that might tempt the Cardinals hierarchy could be an offer from the Pittsburgh Steelers.  If the AFC Champions chose to part ways with outspoken sack master James Harrison, he would be the perfect makeweight for Fitzgerald.

The Steelers would provide Ben Rothlisberger with an elite wideout and new Cardinals defensive coordinator Ray Horton would get the game's finest 3-4 outside linebacker to spearhead his Steeler-style defensive schemes.

Pittsburgh may have to supplement their offer.  A trade package comprised of Harrison along with second and third round picks in the 2012 draft, would be difficult to refuse.

2. Atlanta Falcons: Roddy White to New York Giants for Osi Umenyiora

With White approaching 30 and top draft choice Julio Jones possessing the skill set to replicate much of what White does best, a substantial offer from the New York Giants could coax a deal out of the Atlanta Falcons.

The Giants desperately need a receiver whom Eli Manning can rely on to bring the ball in safely and not let it bounce off his hands for yet another interception.  Few flankers in the league have as good hands as White.

In order to convince one Super Bowl contender to send one of its chief weapons to another, the Giants would have to give up a lot.

The Falcons' need for a more consistent pass rush is no secret.  Neither are the Giants' problems with their finest pressure specialist Osi Umenyiora.  Umenyiora's outspoken ways and standoff with Giants' management is slowly reaching a tipping point.

Offering a blue chip edge rusher like Umenyiora along with dependable possession receiver Steve Smith could offset the loss of Roddy White.  If Big Blue were to throw in a third and a fourth round pick in the 2012 draft, the Falcons may be even more tempted.

3. Baltimore Ravens: Terrell Suggs to San Francisco 49ers for Michael Crabtree

A swap deal here would have huge benefit for both teams.  To even consider parting ways with a premier pass rusher like Terrell Suggs, the Baltimore Ravens would first need to be convinced that youngster Sergio Kindle is able to step in.

Landing Suggs would finally give the stout 49er defense the stud edge rusher the unit needs to propel it to the ranks of the league's elite.  The possibility of inserting Suggs into a defense already featuring Patrick Willis and Issac Sopoaga could be too good to resist.

That temptation would make cocky but extremely talented receiver Michael Crabtree expendable as trade bait.  Crabtree has courted controversy throughout his brief time in the Bay Area.  But the brash burner has the potential to develop into the star wideout the Ravens desire.

With Derrick Mason nearing retirement and Anquan Boldin and T.J. Houshmanzadeh one year older, the Ravens urgently need some youth at wideout.  Crabtree plus second and fourth round picks in 2012 could be enough.

4. Buffalo Bills: Kyle Williams to Minnesota Vikings for Sidney Rice

After achieving his first Pro Bowl acknowledgement, people around the league are slowly beginning to recognise the pocket collapsing talents of Kyle Williams.  The five year veteran excelled in the Buffalo Bills' hybrid fronts in 2010.

While it would seem that the Bills need to hold onto all of their top talents and that the team needs the most help on defense, swapping Williams for a quality wideout could have some merit.

Sooner or later the Bills are going to have to negotiate a hefty contract with Williams, commensurate with his growing reputation in the game.  The Minnesota Vikings currently find themselves in a similar position with receiver Sidney Rice.

The Bills need just as much help on offense as they do on defense, if the team is ever going to emerge from AFC East cellar.  A stellar target in the passing game alongside Steve Johnson would go a long way.

The Vikings need to reinvigorate the ageing interior of their defensive line.  Securing a rising talent like Williams could get new head coach Leslie Frazier's defense back to its best.

With youngsters Torell Troup and the highly-touted Marcell Dareus available to play nose tackle in their 3-4 packages, the Bills could achieve decent value by using Williams to obtain Rice.  The deal could also involve an exchange of 2012 draft picks.

 

5. Carolina Panthers: Steve Smith to New England Patriots for Gerard Warren

For a rebuilding team like the Carolina Panthers nothing says fresh start more than severing ties with the face of the franchise.  Trading terrific wideout Steve Smith would certainly make it clear that it's a new era in Charlotte.

The New England Patriots need a star calibre receiver who can stretch the field.  Steve Smith fits the bill.  Any team looking to rebound from a 2-14 season needs draft picks and lots of them.  That's just what the Patriots have, along with a plethora of defensive linemen.

Any deal for Smith would surely need to involve high round compensation.  Third and fourth round picks next year could be enough for the 32-year old speedster.  New England could even throw in hulking defensive tackle Gerard Warren who has become expendable since the Pats signed Marcus Stroud and with the return of Ty Warren from injury.

Gerard Warren had a decent 2010 and has the size to be disruptive in new Panthers head coach Ron Rivera's schemes.  He could also be a helpful veteran presence for Carolina's rookie defensive tackles Terrell McClain and Sione Fua.

6. Chicago Bears: Jay Cutler for Donovan McNabb and Albert Haynesworth

A blockbuster deal involving three of the league's more controversial figures would send shock waves through the game.  But if these two storied franchises actually pulled the trigger on this trade, it could have immense benefit for all concerned.

The Washington Redskins would finally snare their franchise quarterback after they were heavily rumoured to be interested in trading for Jay Cutler while he was still a Bronco.  Cutler would get the chance to reunite with Mike Shanahan, the coach who has gotten the best out of him.

Albert Haynesworth could return to his beloved 4-3 roots and be the dominant 3-technique the Bears' defensive system requires.  Donovan McNabb would get to finish his career with a contender in his own hometown.

Adding two experienced talents like Haynesworth and McNabb to an already ageing squad, could give this group of Bears their final chance to win a title before their window of opportunity shuts.

The Redskins would have their most important building block in place and a clear identity for the future.

7. Cincinnati Bengals: Carson Palmer to Oakland Raiders for First Round Value

Cincinnati Bengals owner Mike Brown seems determined to resist the trade demands of Carson Palmer.  The stubborn standoff between the two threatens to drag on long after the memory of the lockout has faded.

It would have to take just the right kind of offer to make Brown relent.  That 'kind' of offer probably includes high round draft compensation.  The 31-year old Palmer is still good enough to post impressive statistics.  The kind of statistics which could for instance, tempt Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis into one of his famously bold moves.

Nothing surprises when it comes to the Raiders.  On the face of it Jason Campbell should probably be given every chance to lead the Silver and Black back to the postseason.  But nothing is ever that simple in Oakland.

There are already whispers that Davis could make a play for Ohio State starlet Terrell Pryor in the supplemental draft.  It would also be no great shock to see Davis indulge his fondness for a strong armed veteran and attempt to pry Palmer away from the Bengals.

The Raiders have paid over the odds before for veterans who appear on the wane.  Davis could easily decide that the rocket armed accuracy of Palmer is just the thing to liberate the talents of youthful burners Jacoby Ford and Darius Heyward-Bey.

8. Cleveland Browns: Peyton Hillis to New York Giants for Multiple Draft Picks

Capturing Peyton Hillis in any deal would require a king's ransom following his breakout 2010 season, leading to his tremendous market value, embodied by his placement on the new Madden cover.

A move could be worth the hefty price for the New York Giants.  Hillis would give the G-Men the dependable smash mouth runner Tom Coughlin covets to control the clock and keep the chains moving.

In order to make the Browns comfortable even considering a trade, the Giants would have to put together a trade package featuring first round remuneration.  First, second and fourth round picks in 2012 along with second and third round selections in 2013 would certainly be tempting.

The bulldozing style of Hillis may not be best suited to the West Coast offense new Browns head coach Pat Shurmur plans to implement.  Convincing him to give up Hillis would still take a lot.

9. Dallas Cowboys: DeMarcus Ware to New York Jets for D'Brickashaw Ferguson

There is not a defense in the league who wouldn't benefit from the presence of the game's best pass rusher.  Having played his college football in the New Jersey area, sack artist DeMarcus Ware would be a dream acquisition for the New York Jets.

Convincing the Dallas Cowboys to offload a player like Ware would be a challenge even Rex Ryan might shy away from.  But the Jets are not without bargaining chips of their own.

Offering standout left tackle D'Brickashaw Ferguson along with first, second and third round picks in 2012, might be enough to get the Cowboys talking.

Dallas could use the presence of Ferguson to ease the pressure on top draft pick Tyron Smith and as insurance against Doug Free failing to replicate his solid first season as a starter.

Ferguson and Smith would provide the Cowboys with bookend tackles to reduce the number of hits suffered by star quarterback Tony Romo.

10. Denver Broncos: Ryan Clady to Atlanta Falcons for Jonathan Babineaux

Sanctioning any deal which allows their best player to leave would be a huge risk for the 4-12 Denver Broncos.  But strengthening the defense is the top priority under new head coach John Fox.

The Broncos are desperate for active defensive tackles to make their switch to a 4-3 work.  The Atlanta Falcons could use Jonathan Babineaux as a means to acquire Denver left tackle Ryan Clady.

Babineaux is one of the most underrated defensive tackles in the league.  The 6'2" 296 pounder would excel in John Fox's scheme.  Securing Clady would give the Falcons one of the finest left tackles in football to protect the blindside of chief asset Matt Ryan for the next decade.

As Clady is the younger of the two players, the Broncos would likely require additional compensation to a straight swap.  A third and a fifth round draft choice might make the deal more favourable.

11. Detroit Lions: Calvin Johnson to Washington Redskins for High Draft Picks

Impossible to dismiss in any blockbuster trade scenario, the Washington Redskins would be the kind of team willing to do what it takes to tempt the Detroit Lions into parting company with playmaking wideout Calvin Johnson.

Desperate for a legitimate big play threat at wide receiver, the Redskins could offer a first round selection in 2012, along with second and fourth round picks in the next two drafts to smooth the way.

If that still proved insufficient then veteran flanker and perennial Lions tormentor Santana Moss would be an intriguing add on for Detroit to ponder.

12. Green Bay Packers: Clay Matthews to Houston Texans for Players Plus Picks

As dominant a force as Clay Matthews is, the hybrid pass rusher would likely be easier for the Green Bay Packers to replace than fellow franchise stalwart Aaron Rodgers.

In the highly unlikely event that the defending Super Bowl champions were prepared to deal Matthews, it would take a monster deal to capture the player who has managed 23.5 sacks in his first two seasons.

The Houston Texans could be the franchise to put together such an offer.  Desperate to finally achieve a postseason berth and needing only minimal help from their defense, the Texans would pay the earth to partner Clay Matthews opposite Mario Williams.

New defensive coordinator Wade Phillips would have the time of his life scheming ways to attack offenses with two premier pass rushers like Williams and Matthews.

The Texans might offer linebacker Brian Cushing to ease the blow.  Backup runner Steve Slaton could be added.  The former 1,000 rusher lost his job to Arien Foster and the Packers are always on the lookout for solid running backs to ease the burden on Rodgers.

In addition to Cushing and Slaton the Texans would need to be willing to part ways with first and second round picks in the next two drafts.  Then the AFC South side may be close to the Packers' valuation.

13. Houston Texans: Andre Johnson to Baltimore Ravens for Haloti Ngata

The Houston Texans and Baltimore Ravens return to this foray into trade fantasy, with the Texans still trying to construct their all-decade defense and the Ravens busy surrounding Joe Flacco with big play potential.

It would take a special player to convince Houston to deal away Andre Johnson.  Haloti Ngata is that player.  Dominant at every technique along the defensive line, Ngata would become the focal point of Wade Phillips' aggressive system.

Many consider Johnson to be the finest wide receiver in football.  His presence on the Ravens' offense might finally propel the franchise to another Super Bowl.

Low round draft picks would also likely be exchanged between the two clubs to augment this mega star deal. 

14. Indianapolis Colts: Peyton Manning to Buffalo Bills for Multiple High Picks

Just what would it take for the Indianapolis Colts to cash in on Peyton Manning?  No speculation will probably accurately reflect the organisation's true price, if there even is one.

One earth shattering scenario involves the annual AFC South kingpins dealing Manning to the Buffalo Bills for Ryan Fitzpatrick and a host of high draft choices.

Fitzpatrick is a capable NFL starter and would at the very least provide the Colts with decent short-term cover.  First, second and third round picks in the next two drafts could then be added to the deal.

Six prime selections in the next two drafts might be enough to convince even the Colts to bite.  Then again, they say 'you never know,' but in this case you probably already do.

15. Jacksonville Jaguars: Maurice Jones-Drew to New England Patriots

The New England Patriots' lack of an explosive runner has been the single most decisive factor in their failure to land a fourth Lombardi trophy.

A blockbuster deal for pocket sized Jacksonville Jaguars ground ace Maurice Jones-Drew could be the answer.  Relinquishing their chief offensive weapon would come at no small cost for the Jaguars.

The Patriots would need to cobble together multiple draft picks in order to get any deal done.  In all likelihood the package would need to include first round value in the 2012 draft along with fourth and fifth round choices to keep it company.  These would need to be followed up by second and third round choices in 2013.

Five prime draft selections would prove very tempting to the Jaguars.  Just as having the threat of Jones-Drew in the backfield behind Tom Brady would be a dream scenario for the Patriots.

16. Kansas City Chiefs: Jamaal Charles to Carolina Panthers for Two No. 1's

Pairing the dynamic speed of Jamaal Charles with the breakaway capability of rookie quarterback Cam Newton would definitely accelerate the Carolina Panthers' rebuilding efforts.

In order to get the Kansas City Chiefs to trade Charles, the Panthers would need to give up a lot.  Consecutive first round draft selections would be difficult for the Chiefs to ignore.  In the next two seasons these could turn out be early first round choices.

The Chiefs ought to be able to use two straight picks in the top ten to secure appropriate remuneration.  For the Panthers, a young talent like Charles so suited to newton's style of play, may not be as easy to find.

17. Miami Dolphins: Cameron Wake to Indianapolis Colts for First Round Picks

An intriguing trade scenario would see the Indianapolis Colts move to secure the services of Miami Dolphins pressure specialist Cameron Wake.

The Colts are a team that must soon win a Super Bowl.  Their talented nucleus is running out of time.  Adding a pass rusher like Wake to the defense would ease the burden on veteran duo Dwight Freeney and Robert Mathis to provide all the pressure.

Wake is a talented strong side edge rusher who has the hybrid skills to ensure an easy transition to a 4-3.  His presence would allow Robert Mathis to take on a more situational role and give the Colts one of the more dangerous line rotations in the league.

First second round picks in the 2012 draft followed by a first round selection in 2013, would be hard for the Dolphins to refuse.

18. Minnesota Vikings: Adrian Peterson to Seattle Seahawks for Player and Picks

The trade value of arguably the league's best running back may not be as high as it once was, but it would still require an attractive offer to encourage the Minnesota Vikings to offload Adrian Peterson.

With the Vikings nearing the time when they are going to have to decide whether or not to reward Peterson with a top dollar contract, now could be the time for teams to weigh up a trade.

The Seattle Seahawks have certainly not been shy about executing trade deals since Pete Carroll took the helm.  There are still doubts over Marhsawn Lynch's ability to be the consistent every down back the Seahawks need to be successful.

No such doubts exist about Peterson.  He may have absorbed some wear and tear and suffered through some fumbling issues during the last two seasons, but Peterson remains one of the most dangerous all round runners in the NFL.

Seattle could offer youngster Justin Forsett to Minnesota along with first and third round picks in the 2012 draft and second and third round selections in 2013.

19. New England Patriots: Tom Brady to Cleveland Browns for Multiple Draft Picks

It is a measure of how unpredictable and ruthless the New England Patriots are considered to be, that following April's draft, several pundits speculated that the franchise could trade talisman Tom Brady after selecting Ryan Mallett in the third round.

If this bizarre sounding eventuality ever materialised, the Cleveland Browns would be a nice fit for Brady.  The three-time Super Bowl winner is a master of the short passing offense the Browns plan to employ under new coach Pat Shurmur.

No quarterback since Joe Montana has been as proficient at the dink and dunk, west coast style passing game as Brady.  Any deal for the prolific signal caller would have to offer premium compensation to the Patriots.

First, second and fifth round picks in 2012 followed by second and third round choices in 2013 might appeal to the Patriots, provided they have faith in Mallett.

20. New Orleans Saints: Drew Brees for Vince Young Plus the Titans 2012 Picks

While we're on the subject of quarterback trades that are next to impossible to imagine, how about a trade package for New Orleans Saints star passer Drew Brees that would even make Mike Ditka stop in his tracks?

Luring the Super Bowl XLIV MVP from the Bayou would come at a heavy price.  The Tennessee Titans certainly have a need at quarterback.  Desperate to not fall any further behind the Colts in the AFC South and even at risk of being overtaken by the Jacksonville Jaguars and the Houston Texans, the Titans probably have the motivation to find the match the Saints' price.

Attaching Vince Young to the deal would give it some market appeal.  But the trade package would still need to consist of the Titans' entire haul of draft picks for 2012.  That many chances to strike it lucky may get the Saints to bite.

Young's stock has fallen so dramatically that this still might not be enough.

21. New York Giants: Justin Tuck to St. Louis Rams for Steven Jackson

This is the kind of big name trade it's easy to wish there was more of in the NFL.  A deal like this one would certainly liven up this lockout interrupted offseason.

The reality is that it would take the star power of Steven Jackson for the Giants to even consider entering a deal involving defensive linemen Justin Tuck leaving the Big Apple.

Both of these players have been criminally underrated throughout their careers.  If there are indeed better all round players than Tuck and Jackson at their respective positions, it would be interesting to see them.  Both would transform the fortunes of the other's franchise.

With the Rams hiring Josh McDaniels to direct a more wide open attack, Jackson could have to face up to reduced responsibility.  The Giants have so far been unable to fully rely on Ahmad Bradshaw or Brandon Jacobs to carry the load on the ground.  They would not find a better workhorse anywhere than Steven Jackson.

Justin Tuck is Rams head coach Steve Spagnuolo's dream defender.  The ultimate hybrid linemen, Tuck is equally dominant playing at tackle or end and would help give the Rams perhaps the most fearsome defensive line rotation in the game.

22. New York Jets: Darrelle Revis to Dallas Cowboys for Doug Free and Others

Arguably the finest pure cover man in the league, Darrelle Revis would improve the pass defense of any unit lucky enough to be able to field him.

One of the characteristics of the Dallas Cowboys 6-10 flop last season, was how often their secondary was burned for the big play.  The presence of Revis would eradicate this weakness overnight.  In new defensive coordinator Rob Ryan's blitz happy schemes, the Cowboys need corners who are able to lock down receivers in man to man coverage.

With the Jets needing to negotiate long term deals for a number of high profile players, they risk losing a few.  One player who may not receive the fiscal rewards he desires is left tackle D'Brickashaw Ferguson.  If the Cowboys offered Doug Free as part of a deal for Revis, the Jets would be covered against the loss of Ferguson.

Doug Free alone would not be enough to snare Revis.  The Cowboys could throw in veteran corner Terence Newman or inconsistent Mike Jenkins should the Jets be interested.  Defensive lineman Jason Hatcher or tight end Martellus Bennett would round out a nice three for one deal for the New Yorkers.

Trading Revis to the Lone Star state would certainly be a big favour from Jets head coach Rex Ryan to his brother Rob.

23. Oakland Raiders: Darren McFadden to Pittsburgh Steelers for Mike Wallace

Rashard Mendenhall's dubious twitter activity has clearly frayed his relationship with the Steelers' management and certain team mates.  If the Steelers decide they can no longer rely on the bulldozing tailback, a trade for Oakland Raiders starlet Darren McFadden would be a bold move.

In 2010 the super quick McFadden proved he can handle the workload of a featured back.  Landing McFadden would provide the Steelers with a breakaway threat in the backfield and make them favourites to again represent the AFC in the Super Bowl.

Raiders owner Al Davis never met a deep threat he didn't love.  Pittsburgh burner Mike Wallace is probably the most dangerous vertical option in the game.  A swap deal involving the two young stars would benefit both teams.  If the Raiders choose to resign Michael Bush then they will have a ready made replacement for McFadden.

The Steelers would need to sweeten the deal with a third round draft choice for the 2012 draft.

24. Philadelphia Eagles: DeSean Jackson for Reggie Bush and Lance Moore

DeSean Jackson is one of the most dangerous and exciting players in the NFL.  A threat to score every time he touches the ball, Jackson is one of the chief reasons why the Eagles offense is feared.

Plucking Jackson from the reigning NFC East Champions would require ample compensation.  An interesting trade scenario would involve the New Orleans Saints.

The Saints could utilise Jackson's skill set to provide the perfect big play flourish to their passing game.  To tempt the Eagles into parting with one of their brightest young stars, the Saints could offer big play specialist Reggie Bush and underrated receiver Lance Moore.

The Saints could offload Bush's cumbersome salary and the eagles could use the former 2006 second overall pick to take up Jackson's return duties.  Moore would be a useful receiver to add to Jeremy Maclin and Jason Avant.

A second round draft choice in 2010 would almost swing the deal.  It would add up to a high price for the Saints to pay.  But a combination of Drew Brees firing strikes to DeSean Jackson could yield even greater rewards.

25. Pittsburgh Steelers: LaMarr Woodley for Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie

Another fantasy trade scenario involving the Arizona Cardinals and the Pittsburgh Steelers, would see the Cardinals using temperamental cover ace Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie to persuade the Steelers into sending fearsome linebacker LaMarr Woodley to the desert.

The Steelers have always managed to replace their defensive stars and manufacture new outside pass rushers, going as far back as when inside linebacker Chad Brown replaced outside man Kevin Greene and recorded 13 sacks in 1996.

If there is one area where the Pittsburgh defense could use some fine tuning it is in the secondary.  The talented but inconsistent Rodgers-Cromartie would never have a better chance to shine than under the tutelage of the legendary Dick LeBeau.

After nabbing cornerback Patrick Peterson in the draft, the Cardinals may feel better about letting Rodgers-Cromartie recapture his best form elsewhere.  Their need for a potent edge rusher would be satisfied by Woodley who has developed into a real star playing opposite the dynamic James Harrison.

An exchange of draft positions would sweeten the deal in the Cardinals favour as they will be anticipated to be picking earlier than the Steelers next April.

26. San Diego Chargers: Vincent Jackson to Chicago Bears for High Draft Picks

The restrictive price tag placed on Vincent Jackson by San Diego Chargers general manager A.J. Smith, along with the player's own demands to be allowed to leave via free agency, may make any trade unlikely in the future.

But at the moment Jackson's situation remains clear.  If Smith digs his heels in, the only way Jackson will be allowed to leave is if somebody offers first round compensation.  A rebuilding team may be loathed to part with a useful high draft choice.

But a contending team may be willing to sacrifice future gain for the immediate benefit Jackson would provide.  The Chicago Bears could see Jackson as the missing piece required to get their veteran squad back to a Super Bowl.

After investing heavily in a trade for quarterback Jay Cutler the Bears may feel that a similar undertaking is justified in order to surround Cutler with the weapons to succeed.  First and second round draft picks would be enough to land Jackson.

27. San Francisco 49ers: Frank Gore to New England Patriots

Another running back who would be worth the New England Patriots putting together a lucrative trade package.  Gore's production may have dipped recently but he is still a tough and durable all rounder with big play capability.

Coaxing new niners coach Jim Harbaugh into a deal would be tricky but the right combination of players and draft picks would be enough to succeed.

Gore could be the catalyst for a fourth New England Super Bowl victory.  A swap deal involving disgruntled All-Pro guard Logan Mankins and a third round draft choice would be hard to turn down for the 49ers.

With uncertainty and inexperience at quarterback, beefing up the offensive line should be a priority in San Francisco.

28. Seattle Sehawks: Lofa Tatupu to New York Giants

The New York Giants have a long standing need for more playmaking ability at linebacker.  Instinctive and athletic mike linebacker Lofa Tatupu could be the perfect player to man the middle of the Big Blue defense.

As long as the Giants have needed help at linebacker, the Seattle Seahawks have needed reinforcements for the offensive line.  Man mountain linemen Kareem McKenzie and Kevin Boothe would be useful additions to the Seahawks line.

29. St. Louis Rams: Steven Jackson to Indianapolis Colts

Steven Jackson is an excellent pass protector and a dangerous receiver out of the backfield, having amassed 327 career receptions.  Jackson is the ideal running back for the Indianapolis Colts complicated offense.

Dealing for Jackson would give Peyton Manning the most lethal rushing threat he has ever had.  A swap deal sending the less explosive Joseph Addai to St. Louis plus a second round pick in 2012 and third rounder in 2013 would good business for both parties.

30. Tennessee Titans: Chris Johnson to Denver Broncos

Graceful runner Chris Johnson is entering the final year of his rookie deal and the Tennessee Titans must soon decide if they are prepared to pay him the kind of salary which would put him on a par with the league's top earners at his position.

If not, then a mega deal could be in the offing.  Johnson would face no shortage of suitors.  Having removed Brandon Marshall and Jay Cutler from the wage bill in recent seasons the Denver Broncos may have the room to grant Johnson's contractual demands.

First, second and fourth round picks in 2012 as well as second and third round selections for 2013 would be hard to turn down for any player.  The Broncos could even dispatch Knowshon Moreno to the Music City as part of the deal.

31. Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Mike Williams to Washington Redskins

Coaxing the Tampa Bay Buccaneers into dealing away perhaps the best prospect amongst their collection of young stars would be a tall order even for Washington Redskins overlord Dan Snyder.

It would be hard to meet the immense value the Buccaneers will have placed on Williams and measure what is being given away against the fact that he has only played one pro season.

Landing this 6'1" 212 pound flanker who can stretch the field, is the 'stuff that dreams are made of' for the Redskins.  Any such deal would certainly require Washington surrendering first round value in 2012.

If Mike Shanahan and Bruce Allen added second and third round picks in the next two drafts into the mix, Tampa Bay might start to consider it.

32. Washington Redskins: Brian Orakpo to San Francisco 49ers

It will hopefully be a long time before the Washington Redskins even contemplate parting ways with Brian Orakpo.  The San Francisco 49ers would certainly desire a player with the rush skills of Orakpo.

In order for the 49ers to make this harrowing thought a reality, the Redskins would need to be amply compensated with both players and draft picks.

Wide receiver Michael Crabtree along with nose tackle Aubrayo Franklin would be the players to most likely interest the Redskins.  Second and third round picks in 2012 as well as a fourth rounder in 2013 would certainly be an attractive offer.

The NFL has seen its fair share of blockbuster trades but a lockout disrupted offseason may not have room for many this year.  All things being well as of midnight Thursday or maybe even earlier, speculation such as this can end and football fans everywhere can eagerly anticipate real transactions.