2026 NFL Offseason Trade Block Big Board After Super Bowl LX

Super Bowl LX has ended, the Seattle Seahawks are NFL champions, and the official start of the 2026 offseason is just weeks away. The new league year, along with the start of free agency, will arrive at 4 p.m. ET on March 11.

That time will also mark the opening of the trade window, though we may certainly see deals constructed before then. Last offseason, for example, the Seattle Seahawks agreed to trade Geno Smith to the Las Vegas Raiders, a deal that was made official when the new league year began.

Here, you'll find our top 10 offseason trade targets, ranked based on upside, past production, positional value, contract status, likely availability, projected price point and recent buzz.

We'll weigh the value and likelihood of being traded equally against overall talent, meaning this won't simply be a list of the offseason's 10 best trade candidates.

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

Honorable Mentions: Tua Tagovailoa, Kyler Murray and Geno Smith

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Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa

Projected Trade Value: Varies

Quarterbacks are always in demand, which is why it's worth mentioning that both Tua Tagovailoa and Kyler Murray should be available this offseason. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Arizona Cardinals and Miami Dolphins would like to find trade partners for their respective quarterbacks.

The potential obstacle for each quarterback is his contract. Tagovailoa is set to earn a $39 million base salary in 2026, while Murray will have a $22.8 million base salary and a $57.2 million cap hit. While both signal-callers are former Pro Bowlers who have shown promise in the past, neither has played like a dependable starter recently.

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith also falls into this group, as Las Vegas is widely expected to take Indiana's Fernando Mendoza first overall in April's draft. The Raiders have a potential bridge QB in Aidan O'Connell, and Smith has a 2026 base salary of $26.5 million.

Murray is probably the most attractive of these three, given his dual-threat skill set. However, each of them is only likely to earn consideration from teams truly desperate for a quarterback.

The price to acquire them could vary wildly, depending on how the financials are approached. The Dolphins, for example, are willing to pay down a portion of Tagovailoa's contract in order to facilitate a trade, according to Schefter.

None of these quarterbacks should command more than a Day 2 draft pick, and a late-rounder might suffice if a team is willing to take on a full contract.

With Mendoza trending as the only QB prospect worthy of a first-round selection, desperation could set in for the usual suspects.

Potential Suitors: Cleveland Browns, New York Jets

10. Alvin Kamara, RB, New Orleans Saints

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Projected Trade Value: 2026 7th-round pick, conditional 2027 6th-round pick

The New Orleans Saints are set to build around second-year quarterback Tyler Shough, and they may decide to part with longtime running back Alvin Kamara in order to do it.

New Orleans is projected to be $41.8 million over the cap, and dealing Kamara would save $3.4 million—or $11.5 million if traded after June 1.

The Saints can't expect a big return for a 30-year-old running back coming off a sprained MCL—especially after he hinted that he'd consider retirement if traded during the season. However, New Orleans may already have his replacement in its sights and might accept a true bargain offer.

The Bleacher Report Scouting Department paired the Saints with Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love in its post-Super Bowl mock draft.

A team eager to add a dual-threat to its backfield could easily justify a flier on Kamara.

Potential Suitors: Denver Broncos, Kansas City Chiefs

9. Maxx Crosby, Edge, Las Vegas Raiders

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Projected Trade Value: 2026 1st-round pick, 2026 3rd-round pick, conditional 2027 2nd-round pick, 2027 3rd-round pick

From a talent standpoint, Raiders edge-defender Maxx Crosby deserves to be near the top of our list. The 28-year-old has battled through injuries in each of the past two years but is a five-time Pro Bowler who has logged at least 20 QB hits in each of the past five seasons.

And Crosby may be looking for a change of scenery. According to Jason La Canfora of SportsBoom.us, Crosby told franchise minority owner Tom Brady that he'll never play for the Raiders again.

Of course, Crosby has since downplayed the rumors a bit.

"If you have drama, if you have a losing season, they just try to throw gasoline on the fire and make things a certain way," Crosby told Jim Gray of the Lets Go! podcast (h/t NFL.com's Kevin Patra).

The Raiders have also made it very clear that they're not looking to move their top defensive player.

"We want him to be a part of our success going forward. There's no doubt about that," new head coach Klint Kubiak said, per ESPN's Ryan McFadden.

Crosby won't come cheaply, if he's available at all, but teams that believe they are a defensive piece away from a Super Bowl will inquire.

Potential Suitors: Baltimore Ravens, New England Patriots

8. Deonte Banks, CB, New York Giants

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Projected Trade Value: 2026 5th-round pick

A little less than three years ago, the New York Giants used the 24th overall pick in the draft on Maryland cornerback Deonte Banks. The pick initially seemed like a good one. Banks started 15 games as a rookie and allowed an opposing passer rating of only 79.6 in coverage.

However, Banks saw a significant decline in 2024 and was in and out of the starting lineup this past season. He was benched at one point in 2024 for poor tackling and allowed an opposing passer rating of 126.7 in 2025.

With new head coach John Harbaugh kicking off a new era in New York, moving on from Banks could make some sense. His trade value wouldn't be particularly high right now, but Harbaugh will want to craft his own roster, and underwhelming players from the previous regime may not fit.

Moving Banks would also save $2.6 million in cap space.

For a team in need of cornerback help, a trade for Banks would represent a budget-friendly bet on draft pedigree and upside. Banks will only turn 25 on March 3.

Potential Suitors: Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars

7. A.J. Brown, WR, Philadelphia Eagles

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Projected Trade Value: 2026 4th-round pick, 2026 7th-round pick, conditional 2027 3rd-round pick

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown is a three-time Pro Bowler who won't turn 29 until June. However, he wasn't featured prominently in the team's offense this past season and publicly voiced his frustrations about it.

Brown hasn't outright demanded a trade, and the Eagles haven't placed him on the market, yet. However, trade talks are expected to pick up at this year's scouting combine, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.

At this point in his career, the Eagles aren't getting back what they invested in Brown (1st- and 3rd-round picks). However, they could expect a reasonable return with conditional value based on how he performs in a new environment.

Sports Illustrated's Albert Breer projected on The Breer Report (beginning around the 1:35 mark) that Brown might bring a third-round pick and a Day 3 pick swap. The prediction here is that he'd bring a bit more from a team desperate for receiver help, especially if he returns to Pro Bowl form.

Potential Suitors: Buffalo Bills, Pittsburgh Steelers

6. George Pickens, WR, Dallas Cowboys

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Projected Trade Value: 2026 1st-round pick

We're including Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens, even though he's slated to be a free agent in March. This is because Dallas appears poised to give the 24-year-old the franchise tag.

A tag-and-trade is also considered a possibility, according to NFL Network insiders Ian Rapoport, Mike Garafolo, and Tom Pelissero.

Pickens would be a very enticing target for receiver-needy teams. He'll turn 25 in March, is coming off a 1,429-yard season, and has all the traits of a legitimate No. 1 receiver.

Yet, we're leaving Pickens in the middle of our board for a couple of reasons. For one, prying him away from Dallas would be pricey, likely costing a first-round pick at a minimum. Secondly, he was more good than great in his three seasons before joining the Cowboys, and he acknowledged past maturity issues that contributed to Pittsburgh's decision to move him last offseason.

Acquiring Pickens would also require giving him a long-term contract, likely near the top of the receiver market—which currently features 10 players making $30 million or more annually.

Potential Suitors: Denver Broncos, New England Patriots

5. Daron Payne, DL, Washington Commanders

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Projected Trade Value: 2026 4th-round pick

Pickens' path to the trade market may be tricky, and his price tag may be prohibitive. Washington Commanders defensive tackle Daron Payne likely resides at the opposite end of the spectrum.

After Washington's bid to load up for a playoff run in 2025 fell short, the Commanders are in need of a roster overhaul. Specifically, they need to retool a defense that ranked 32nd in yards allowed and 27th in points allowed. Moving defensive tackle Daron Payne could help.

The final year of Payne's contract is set to include a cap hit of $28 million, and trading him would save $16.8 million in cap space.

Payne will turn 29 in May and remains a high-level starter who should draw interest from teams in need of help along the defensive front. This past season, he recorded three sacks, seven tackles for loss, and 46 combined tackles.

Potential Suitors: Cincinnati Bengals, Detroit Lions

4. Jermaine Johnson II, Edge, New York Jets

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Projected Trade Value: 2026 3rd-round pick, 2027 5th-round pick

The New York Jets sold off key players Quinnen Williams and Sauce Gardner at last year's trade deadline, and they may continue turning over their roster in the offseason.

Edge-rusher Jermaine Johnson II should be a player closely watched by teams in need of pass-rush help.

The 2022 first-round pick was a Pro Bowler in his second season but missed most of 2024 with a torn Achilles and underwhelmed in 2025.

SNY's Connor Hughes reported the Jets weren't "particularly interested" in dealing Johnson for a second-round pick at the trade deadline. Of course, that was a half-season ago and before New York was staring down the chance to draft another promising edge-rusher.

The B/R Scouting Department paired the Jets with Miami's Rueben Bain Jr. in its latest mock draft.

The Jets would save $13.4 million in cap space by trading Johnson, who is entering the final year of his contract.

Potential Suitors: Philadelphia Eagles, Tennessee Titans

3. Marlon Humphrey, CB, Baltimore Ravens

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Projected Trade Value: 2026 4th-round pick, conditional 2027 5th-round pick

Baltimore Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey is a four-time Pro Bowler but may have an uncertain future with the franchise.

Baltimore replaced longtime head coach John Harbaugh with Jesse Minter earlier this offseason and may look to rebuild its 24th-ranked defense.

Humphrey, meanwhile, will turn 30 in July and is set to carry a cap hit of $26.3 million next season. Trading him would save $7.3 million in cap space, or $15.3 million if dealt after June 1.

Minter, who spent four years in Baltimore as a defensive assistant, might not be eager to move on from Humphrey and is highly unlikely to advocate for his outright release. However, GM Eric DeCosta will likely listen to reasonable offers, given Humphrey's age and contract status.

Humphrey is still a dependable starter and should interest teams as a one-year rental with a future to be decided after 2026.

Potential Suitors: Los Angeles Rams, New York Giants

2. Cole Kmet, TE, Chicago Bears

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Projected Trade Value: 2026 5th-round pick

The Chicago Bears will be looking to build off a promising 2025 campaign that included an NFC North title and a trip to the divisional round. However, they're facing a projected cap deficit of $10.7 million and will need to clear space before reloading.

Moving tight end Cole Kmet before March 15 would save $8.4 million in cap space. He may be viewed as expendable, too, as Chicago has a new star tight end in Colston Loveland.

Kmet isn't likely to bring a sizeable return, in part because tight ends like Kyle Pitts, Dallas Goedert, Isaiah Likely, and David Njoku are slated to hit free agency. However, he will interest teams in need of a pass-catching tight end.

The 26-year-old (27 in March) saw a reduced role with Loveland on the roster this year, but he has topped 500 receiving yards in three of his six seasons.

Potential Suitors: Carolina Panthers, Miami Dolphins

1. Mac Jones, QB, San Francisco 49ers

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Projected Trade Value: 2026 2nd-round pick

Given the dearth of quality quarterbacks likely to be available this offseason, San Francisco 49ers backup Mac Jones should draw significant interest. The 27-year-old had a rough stretch between his 2021 rookie Pro Bowl campaign and this past season. However, he revitalized his stock substantially while going 5-3 as San Francisco's starter in 2025.

Jones threw for 13 touchdowns, six interceptions, and a 97.4 quarterback rating.

While the 49ers only have Jones under contract for one more season, they're not going to dump Brock Purdy's understudy for nothing.

"We're also not into getting rid of good players," head coach Kyle Shanahan said in his end-of-season press conference. "So, I'd be very surprised if Mac wasn't around us next year."

Of course, most teams will listen to reasonable trade offers for a backup player, and the right deal could pry Jones away from San Francisco.

Given the immense value of the QB position, Jones' age, and his modest $2.8 million 2026 salary, many teams will view Jones as worth a second-round flier—which will likely be the starting point to get San Francisco's interest.

Potential Suitors: New York Jets, Pittsburgh Steelers

*Contract and cap information via Spotrac. Advanced statistics from Pro Football Reference.