Team-by-team trade deadline outlooks: What does each roster need? Which players could move?

ESPN reporters and insiders broke down trade deadline goals, potential trade candidates, and suggested targets across the league ahead of the 2026 NFL deadline. With the deadline set for Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET, multiple contenders and rebuilding franchises are evaluating moves to address injuries, acquire draft capital, or strengthen their rosters for playoff pushes.

Key updates highlight the Arizona Cardinals trading quarterback Jacoby Brissett to the Baltimore Ravens following Lamar Jackson's thumb injury. Elsewhere, contenders such as the Chicago Bears have already made major aggressive moves, including acquiring defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans for two first-round draft picks.