2025 NFL Trade Block Big Board Entering Week 8

It's been a surprising NFL season, making it difficult to determine which teams are truly good and bad.

Over the next few weeks, though, we're going to get a good idea of which teams believe they can contend in 2025 and which are ready to throw in the towel.

The November 4 trade deadline looms, and there will likely be motivated buyers and aggressive sellers on the trade market.

Here, you'll find our top 10 trade targets, ranked based on upside, past production, positional value, contract status, likely availability, projected price point and recent buzz. We weigh both the value and likelihood of being traded equally against overall talent.

We'll also examine some potential suitors for each player—based primarily on updated team needs, injuries, and any relevant recent buzz—and project trade values based on factors such as positional value, player upside, player age, and any comparable recent deals.

Which players are most likely to be available entering Week 8? Who should be at the top of teams' lists of targets? What do these players likely cost? Let's break down the board.

10. Jackson Powers-Johnson, OL, Las Vegas Raiders

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Raiders OL Jackson Powers-Johnson

Projected Trade Value: 2026 4th-Round Pick and/or Veteran Cornerback

The Las Vegas Raiders appear to be as low as ever on offensive lineman Jackson Powers-Johnson.

After refusing to play the 22-year-old at center early in the season and forcing him to battle for a starting job, head coach Pete Carroll benched the 2024 second-round pick during Sunday's blowout loss to the Kansas City Chiefs.

While his early 2025 campaign hasn't made a positive impact on Powers-Johnson's trade value, his draft pedigree, college production and rookie tape are hard to ignore.

He won the Remington Trophy in 2023 and started 14 games as a rookie.

While Powers-Johnson is a natural center, he has experience at both that position and guard. He's shown flashes of potential, though inconsistently, in Las Vegas.

The Raiders clearly aren't ready to win right away, even with Carroll and quarterback Geno Smith in the fold. If they can't find a spot for Powers-Johnson in the starting lineup, they should be willing to flip him for a pick or player they'll actually use.

Potential Suitors: Cleveland Browns, Houston Texans

9. Trey Hendrickson, Edge, Cincinnati Bengals

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Bengals edge Trey Hendrickson

Projected Trade Value: Conditional 2026 2nd-Round Pick

The Cincinnati Bengals got back in the AFC North mix with a win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday night. That's part of the reason why we've dropped pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson toward the bottom of our list.

He also missed that game with a hip injury.

Most importantly, though, the Bengals believe they can stay afloat with quarterback Joe Flacco. According to Russini, Cincinnati isn't interested in moving its best defender.

"Hendrickson is drawing attention around the league, with the 49ers showing the most interest," Russini wrote. "Cincinnati isn't shopping him, and after the Bengals' Thursday night win, most do not expect him to get moved."

The right offer could still pry away Hendrickson, and landing the reigning sack leader would be a coup for almost any team. If the Bengals get back to .500 this week against the New York Jets, though, the 30-year-old will probably be off-limits until the offseason.

Potential Suitors: Dallas Cowboys, San Francisco 49ers

8. Cody Barton, LB, Tennessee Titans

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Titans LB Cody Barton

Projected Trade Value: 2026 4th-Round Pick

The Tennessee Titans fired head coach Brian Callahan after Week 6. Heading into Week 8, it appears they are prepared to have a fire sale.

"The Titans are open for business on every player but QB Cam Ward and defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons," The Athletic's Dianna Russini wrote on Saturday. "They are looking to stockpile future picks."

General manager Mike Borgonzi arrived this past offseason. Shortly after, he signed linebacker Cody Barton to a three-year, $21 million deal. Under normal circumstances, he probably wouldn't want to part with one of his marquee additions just a few months later.

Tennessee is in a tough spot, though, and if it truly is willing to move almost any player on its roster, Barton would be one of its most attractive trade chips.

The 28-year-old has 102 games and 50 starts on his resume, and he's been a productive starter in his last few stops—he already has 42 tackles and two interceptions this season.

More than a few teams could use help at linebacker, whether due to injuries or flat-out poor play. Barton would be a fine addition to any struggling defense with playoff aspirations.

Potential Suitors: Buffalo Bills, Dallas Cowboys

7. Jermaine Johnson II, Edge, New York Jets

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Jets Edge Jermaine Johnson II

Projected Trade Value: Conditional 2026 3rd-Round Pick

The Titans have been one of the worst teams in the NFL this season, due in part to having a rookie quarterback. Somehow, the New York Jets have been even worse.

Teams are circling the winless Jets, hoping to pry a starting-caliber player from a team that is going nowhere fast.

"Breece Hall has gotten the headlines, but there appears to be more of a chance that a defender like cornerback Michael Carter II could be dealt," NFL Media's Ian Rapoport wrote on Saturday. "Perhaps even 2022 first-round pass rusher Jermaine Johnson II, a pick of the previous regime, could be traded."

Carter isn't on our board yet, as he's dealing with a concussion and hasn't played particularly well when healthy this season (109.7 opposing passer rating allowed). However, it's hard not to love the idea of adding Johnson, a 2023 Pro Bowler.

While Johnson has just one sack this season, he's also making his way back from a torn Achilles suffered in 2024. He had 7.5 sacks and 25 QB pressures back in 2023.

At 26 years old and with a contract that runs through 2026, he should interest teams looking for short- or long-term help.

Potential Suitors: Chicago Bears, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

6. Kayvon Thibodeaux, Edge, New York Giants

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Giants edge Kayvon Thibodeaux

Projected Trade Value: 2026 2nd-Round Pick

Cross-town pass-rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux was picked 21 spots higher than Johnson in the 2022 draft. The New York Giants standout might also cost a bit more than his Jets counterpart.

Thibodeaux is still only 24 years old, and the Giants appear far closer to turning things around than the Jets. They've surged behind rookies Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo, and if not for a stunning Week 7 collapse, they'd be a respectable 3-4.

Looking long-term, though, there's no guarantee Thibodeaux has a future with the team. He's under contract through 2026, but the Giants have also invested heavily in pass-rushers Brian Burns and Abdul Carter. Thibodeaux, who has 2.5 sacks and eight QB hits this season, is a solid third piece. However, New York may not be interested in paying the going rate for a rotational edge.

The Giants aren't "aggressively working the phones" for receiver help, according to Russini. Therefore, a high draft pick might be the only way to land the former fifth-round pick.

Potential Suitors: San Francisco 49ers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

5. Breece Hall, RB, New York Jets

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Jets RB Breece Hall

Projected Trade Value: Conditional 2026 3rd-Round Pick

It's not hard to see why teams would be calling about Breece Hall, who is likely the best running back who could realistically be available this season.

It's also not hard to envision why the Jets could be open to moving the 24-year-old for the right price. New York is sitting at 0-7, and he is an impending 2026 free agent.

While the running back has accounted for nearly a third (612) of New York's scrimmage yards this season, now is a reasonable time for a trade.

However, the Jets reportedly won't let anyone go for a budget return.

"The Jets haven't really entertained anything regarding their players just yet," CBS Sports' Jonathan Jones wrote on Monday. "One source said the team has been 'stubborn' with their asking prices."

Hall has two seasons with 1,300-plus scrimmage yards on his resume and is the sort of high-volume back who could lead a backfield that currently lacks one.

Potential Suitors: Arizona Cardinals, Los Angeles Chargers

4. Roger McCreary, CB, Tennessee Titans

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Titans CB Roger McCreary

Projected Trade Value: 2026 4th-Round Pick

Rapoport listed Roger McCreary as a member of the Titans who is "drawing interest around the league" and who "would be more available" than Ward or Simmons.

McCreary also plays a premium position that several teams are looking to address.

Russini listed the Philadelphia Eagles and Indianapolis Colts as teams already in the cornerback market, though Tennessee probably wouldn't deal with a division rival.

McCreary hasn't exactly thrived in Tennessee's defense, but few players have. He was taken 35th overall in the 2022 draft and should bring a decent return based on draft status alone.

If the Titans are truly desperate for picks, cashing in McCreary would be logical, since he's an impending 2026 free agent.

And while he hasn't developed into a top-tier cornerback, his combination of age (25) and upside is intriguing.

Potential Suitors: Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia Eagles

3. Mark Andrews, TE, Baltimore Ravens

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Ravens TE Mark Andrews

Projected Trade Value: 2026 5th-Round Pick

Earlier this month, ESPN's Adam Schefter mentioned Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews among a list of players "that executives and coaches believe could be available."

Like a few names on our board, he is a player for whom the timing might be right for a change of scenery. He turned 30 in September and will be a free agent in 2026. The Ravens have a younger tight end in Isaiah Likely, who will also be a free agent in the spring, and are likely to favor the latter if they re-sign either.

Baltimore is also coming out of its bye week at 1-5 and with rapidly fading playoff hopes.

Andrews would probably only interest teams with realistic playoff aspirations, but he could be a solid contributor to a passing attack. His numbers are down early this season, as they were last year. He still finished 2024 with 55 catches, 673 yards and 11 touchdowns.

Expect Andrews to be a top target of tight-end-needy teams.

Potential Suitors: Carolina Panthers, Tampa Bay Buccaneers

2. Jakobi Meyers, WR, Las Vegas Raiders

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Raiders WR Jakobi Meyers

Projected Trade Value: 2026 5th-round pick, 2026 7th-round pick

New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave was at the top of our board. He's now off our list, as is Saints running back Alvin Kamara—though Kamara's status is centered around his commitment to New Orleans and Kendre Miller's season-ending injury.

Olave is off the list because the Saints are reportedly committed to him long-term.

"The Saints have been trying to work out a long-term contract for receiver Chris Olave despite his name being attached to teams looking for pass catchers," Russini wrote.

Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers becomes the new top receiver on our board for a couple of reasons. For one, he requested a trade before the start of the season. Secondly, the Raiders are now "open" to moving him, per Russini.

While Meyers (knee/toe) was inactive for Week 7, he's expected to be available after Las Vegas' Week 8 bye. Receiver-needy teams should see if he can be available for them in Week 9.

Meyers will be a free agent in the spring, but he won't turn 30 until late next season and has had stretches of terrific play. He topped 1,000 yards last season and already has 43 catches in 2025.

Potential Suitors: Pittsburgh Steelers, Washington Commanders

1. Jaelan Phillips, Edge, Miami Dolphins

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Dolphins edge Jaelan Phillips

Projected Trade Value: 2026 4th-Round Pick

For as bad as things have been for the Titans and Jets, they've felt worse for the Miami Dolphins.

The Dolphins do own a head-to-head win over the Jets, but that's their only victory of the season.

Miami is also fresh off a 31-6 loss to the lowly Cleveland Browns.

Head coach Mike McDaniel and general manager Chris Grier are safe for now, according to Rapoport. However, significant changes are needed in Miami, which could lead to roster turnover.

According to Rapoport, the Dolphins won't move star wideout Jaylen Waddle but are "far more likely" to trade one of their edge-rushers. While that could mean a deal involving Matthew Judon, Bradley Chubb or Jaelan Phillips, Phillips is the most enticing target.

The 26-year-old was a solid edge-defender when healthy early in his career and again appears healthy after injury-impacted seasons in 2023 and 2024.

While Phillips is an impending 2026 free agent and would require an extension in the spring, he has a combination of age, upside and physical tools that usually aren't available at the trade deadline.

Potential Suitors: Dallas Cowboys, San Francisco 49ers

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