As the 2024 NFL trade deadline approaches, teams are making moves to strengthen their rosters and improve their playoff chances. The deadline is set for 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Nov. 5, and several significant trades have already taken place.
This week saw the Buffalo Bills make a bold move, acquiring wide receiver Amari Cooper from the Cleveland Browns. This addition provides star quarterback Josh Allen with a reliable No. 1 target. In exchange for Cooper and a 2025 sixth-round draft pick, the Bills traded a 2025 third-round pick along with a seventh-round selection in 2026. Many experts believe this move could elevate the Bills to the top of the AFC.
On the other side of the spectrum, the New York Jets made headlines by securing wide receiver Davante Adams from the Las Vegas Raiders. The Jets traded a conditional third-round pick that could potentially turn into a second-round pick. The Raiders will not cover any of Adams’ remaining salary, meaning the Jets will take on the full contract. This significant addition aims to enhance the Jets’ playoff aspirations.
In another noteworthy trade, the Minnesota Vikings acquired running back Cam Akers from the Houston Texans. In this deal, the Vikings sent a conditional sixth-round pick in 2026 in exchange for a conditional seventh-round pick in the same draft. This marks Akers’ second stint with the Vikings and could further boost their rushing attack.
Additionally, the Seattle Seahawks have made a trade to bring in defensive tackle Roy Robertson-Harris from the Jacksonville Jaguars, giving up a sixth-round pick in 2026. This acquisition aims to bolster a defense that has been struggling recently, particularly against the run.
Trade discussions continue as teams like the Carolina Panthers consider trading wide receiver Diontae Johnson. With the Panthers sitting at 1-3, trading Johnson might be a smart move to gain value instead of losing him in free agency.
With the clock ticking down to the trade deadline, many are keeping an eye on potential moves. Players like Devin Singletary, Russell Wilson, and Budda Baker are also rumored to be in play, adding to the excitement as teams look to finalize their rosters for a successful playoff run.
