Declared Underclassmen for NFL Draft

Ohio State’s DT Kayden McDonald Joins LB Arvell Reese and Safety  Caleb Downs for NFL Draft
Alabama QB Ty Simpson & Ohio St WR Carnell Tate Declare for NFL Draft
Linebacker CJ Allen & Wideout Branch Join Growing List of Playmakers       

Updated Jan. 13

       Frank Coyle

With the key CFP natioinal title game here for Jan. 19, the declaration date has opened for the transfer portal with many top draft selections expected to make decisions on turning pro. Ohio State’s DT Kayden McDonald, LB Arvell Reese has joined safety Caleb Downs as the next blue chip prospects to enter the NFL Draft. Reese and Downs carry top 3-5 grades at this point after outstanding careers in a number of roles in the Buckeyes heralded defense. Wideout Carnell Tate looks to become the next Buckeye receiver to be drafted in the first round.  The Georgia Bulldogs lost linebacker CJ Allen and wideout Zachariah Branch after impressive 2025 performances. OT Spencer Fano of Utah sat out his team’s bowl game after an excellent 2025 performance. He ranks in the top ten selections currently in our new Top 150 pro prospect rankings in DraftInsiders.com current  updated Newsletter.

Underclassmen Dates

  With the NFL allowing draft-eligible underclassmen to participate in college all-star games, an early deadline of Jan. 5 gives players an opportunity to submit their petitions for special eligibility to the league sooner.

    The traditional deadline for underclassmen to submit a petition to the league is Jan. 14.  An extended deadline of Jan. 23 is exclusively for underclassmen on teams participating in the College Football Playoff National Championship.

        The upcoming NFL Draft will attract another strong group of underclassmen. Each year a high number of underclassmen decided to turn pro with 100 prospects annually entering the NFL ranks. With the advent of the NIL and players moving easily in the transfer portal former record number of underclassmen has been safe recently. The deadline period approaches between Jan 5th and Jan. 23rd. Expect many new additions here over the next few days. This draft class will be a very heavy offensive talent group from both the underclassmen and senior classes.

In addition, to the large number of underclassmen entering the pro ranks, many players opted out of their bowl game to prepare for the demanding NFL Draft postseason preparation. Both the All-star weeks and NFL Combine along with the critical pro day events become lasting impressions for a prospects final draft grade. These players have increased in recent years and this is a recent disturbing development with key players ending their college careers prior to their team’s most important postseason bowl game on the agenda.

Declared Underclassmen – Top Pro Prospects    

    By school / alphabetically
     Check Web site – draftinsiders.com for Updated List of Underclassmen thru late January
Players can opt out after declaring within the Declaration period. Runner L J Martin of BYU has done just that after getting a 3rd day grade. 
  
Alabama
     OC Parker Brailsford  
     OT Kadyn Proctor
     QB Ty Simpson

Arizona State
    CB Keith Abney II
    WR Jordyn Tyson
 
Auburn
    Edge Keldric Faulk
    OC Connor Lew

Boise State
    OT Kage Casey

Boston College
    OT Jude Bowry
 
Buffalo
   LB Red Murdock

BYU
    LB Isaiah Glasker
    DT Keanu Tanuvasa
    P Sam Vander Haar
 
Clemson
    Edge T.J. Parker
    CB Avieon Terrell
    WR Antonio Williams
    DT Peter Woods
 
Duke
    OL Brian Parker II
 
Florida
    DT Caleb Banks
 
Florida State
     QB Thomas Castillanos
     CB Earl Little

Georgia
    LB CJ Allen
WR Zachariah Branch 
   OT Monroe Freeling
    DT Chrisitan Miller
 
LSU
    WR Aaron Anderson II

Michigan 
     TE Marlin Klein
 
Michigan State
    P Ryan Eckley

Missouri
    LB Josiah Trotter  

Nebraska
    RB Emmett Johnson
 
Northwestern
    Edge Anto Saka
 
Notre Dame
    RB Jeremiyah Love
    RB Jadarian Price
    OL Billy Schrauth                   
    OL Aamil Wagner

Ohio State
    S Caleb Downs 
   DT  Kayden McDonald  
   LB Arvell Reese
   WR Carnell Tate

Oklahoma
    LB Owen Heinecke
 
Penn State
    OL Olaivavega Ioane
 
Pittsburgh
    LB Kyle Louis
 
South Carolina
    CB Brandon Cisse
   RB Rahsul Faison
   S Jalon Kilgore
 
Stanford
    CB Collin Wright
 
Tennessee
    WR Chris Brazzell II
    LB Arion Carter
    CB Colton Hood
    CB Jermod McCoy
 
Texas
    TE Jack Endries
    LB Anthony Hill Jr.
    CB Malik Muhammed 

Texas A&M
    OG Chase Bisontis
    WR KC Concepcion
    LB Taurean York

USC
    WR Ja’Kobi Lane
    WR Makai Lemon
    S Kamari Ramsey
 
Utah
    OT Spencer Fano
    Edge Logan Fano
    OT Caleb Lomu

Washington
    WR Denzel Boston
    RB Jonah Coleman

Jets Close Trade Deadline with Two Major Deals

Jets Trade Sauce Gardner & Quinnen Williams for #1 Picks

Frank Coyle/ Head scout & Staff 

Nov. 4
Trade Deadline ends for 2025 at 4:00 p.m. est

Nov. 5
Players with at least four previous pension-credited seasons are subject to the waiver system for the remainder of the regular season and postseason.

March 11, 2026
The 2026 League Year and Free agency signing period begins at 4:00 p.m. ET.
Trading period for 2026 begins at 4:00 p.m. ET, after expiration of all 2025 contracts

Jets Close Trade Deadline with Two Major Deals

The NFL trade deadline closed with a bang as the NY Jets took the spotlight with two major deals for their top defensive players. They traded corner Sauce Gardner to the Colts for two #1 picks over the next two drafts plus wideout AD Mitchell, in addition to DT Quinnen Williams to the Cowboys for a future #1 pick, this year’s #2 pick and DT Mazi Smith. Gardner has slipped in recent seasons, playing for the struggling franchise. He is just entering his prime and can recapture his All-Pro status in the first place Colts defense. They paid huge price for the talented veteran to help the struggling Colts secondary. Gardner was one of the few cornerbacks traded over recent weeks and the only one with a Pro Bowl resume. Gardner is a major addition for the Colts porous secondary which needs to step up after showing vulnerability in tight games. They look to retain first place in the AFC South with his addition.

The Jets were not finished – trading Pro Bowl interior lineman Quinnen Williams to Dallas just before the deadline. The Cowboys’ defense has been horrible this season and the addition of Williams to couple with Kenny Clark who came in the Micah Parsons deal in September gives them a potent interior line. Their run defense has been especially poor in recent years. The Cowboys surrendered their #2 pick in April, #1 pick for the NFL Draft 2027 and veteran DT Mazi Smith. The two deals put the Jets in command with two #1 and #2 picks for the NFL Draft 2026 and three #1 picks for the NFL Draft 2027. The two trades are major decision to rebuild for the Jets’ new regime of GM Darren Mougey and HC Aaron Glenn. The 1-7 Jets currently hold the 3^rd overall pick in the first round and will be in competition for the first overall selection after surrendering their two best defensive players.

Go to draftinsiders.com  for Updated NFL traded draft selections for all deals

There were many rumors through the fall related to veteran players availability. Salary cap issues and agreed value limited many potential trades by most clubs.

Most bidders were playoff contenders in hopes of landing pieces at pressing positions for the second half stretch run. Most traders were rebuilding clubs, hoping to add more draft capital and add draft choices for future NFL Draft classes.

Many deals for draft selections involved in an exchange for late draft choices along with a veteran player.

 

 

 

Draft Insiders’ NFL Power Poll – Week 9

Frank Coyle / Head scout
www.draftinsiders.com

 Colts & Packers Head Conference Leadership  

Teams of the Week
Packers Beat Steelers – 35-25
Chiefs Crush Commanders – 28-7
Bills Smash Panthers – 40-9

Players of the Week
Offense – RB James Cook – Bills
Defense – Edge Myles Garrett – Browns

Rookies of Week
Offense – RB RJ Harvey – Broncos
Defense – LB Demetrius Knight – Bengals

Games of Week 9
   Sunday
1:00 pm Colts (7-1) at Steelers (4-3)
4:25 pm Chiefs (5-3) at Bills (5-2)
8:20 pm Seahawks (5-2) at Commanders (3-5)
 
Draft Insiders’ – NFL Power Poll – Week 9

Frank Coyle
NFL Team Poll

Ranking /Record /Team
#1 – 5-2 Lions
The Lions are coming off their bye week. Host the desperate Vikings in a tough NFC North matchup which may separate leadership.

#2 – 7-1 Colts
Colts are rolling on both sides of the ball. Another strong performance by Daniel Jones and Jonathan Taylor dominated vs the Titans. Travel to the Steel City to face a tough AFC matchup with playoff ramifications for both clubs.

#3 – 5-3 Chiefs
Chiefs are hitting stride for a second half run. drilled the Raiders last week with a shutout. Dominated the Commanders on Monday night. Travel to Buffalo for another classic matchup with the Bills as both clubs bid for their divisional lead.

#4 – 6-2 Eagles
The Eagles drilled the GMen last week. Get their bye week to regroup for a second half run at the NFC East title.

#5 – 5-2 Rams
Rams coming off their bye week. Host the Saints this week looking to build a lead in the tough NFC West.

#6 – 5-1-1 Packers
The Packers beat the Steelers in a Sunday night matchup behind Jordan Love. Host the Panthers in another must win situation to stay abreast in the deep NFC North.

#7 – 5-2 Bills
Bills came off their bye week and blasted the Panthers. Host the Chiefs this Sunday in a rematch of classic playoff matchups. Both clubs in tight divisional races.

#8 – 6-2 Broncos
The Broncos bombed the Cowboys poor defense. Travel to Houston in a critical AFC matchup which has huge playoff consequences in the AFC.

#9– 6-2 Bucs
Bucs regrouped with a strong win at New Orleans. Get their bye week to prepare for another run at NFC South title.

#10 – 5-2 Patriots
The Patriots took care of business to beat the Browns behind young QB Drake Maye. Host the Falcons this week to hold the lead in the AFC East.

#11 – 5-2 Seahawks
Seahawks come off their bye week. Travel to Washington to face the desperate Commanders in a key NFC matchup for both divisions.

#12 – 5-3 Chargers
Chargers blasted the Vikings on Thursday night in their best win of the season. Travel to Tennessee in another key game to win to stay abreast in the AFC West.

#13 – 4-3 Steelers
Steelers defense failed again last week in the loss to the Packers. Host the Colts in a critical AFC matchup for their playoff hopes.

#14 – 5-3 49ers
The 49ers came up short vs the Texans in key loss. Travel to MetLife to face the GMen with both clubs needing a win to stay alive in their tough divisions.

#15 – 3-4-1 Cowboys
The Cowboys were toasted by the Packers last week. Host the Cardinals in a must win situation to get to .500 and stay alive in the NFC.

#16 – 3-4 Texans
The Texans came up big vs the 49ers in a critical matchup last week. Host the Broncos in a major matchup for both teams. QB CJ Stroud may have turned the corner this season.

#17 – 2-5 Ravens
Ravens drilled the Bears in a must win situation. Travel to Miami to face the Dolphins who are coming off a big win. They look to make a run in the struggling AFC North.

#18 – 4-3 Bears
The Bears came up short vs the Ravens. Travel to Cincinnati to face the desperate Bengals for both clubs to stay in the playoff chase.

#19 – 3-4 Vikings
The Vikings were manhandled by the Chargers last week. Travel to Detroit in the acid test to get to .500 and stay alive in the competitive NFC.

#20 – 3-4 Falcons
The Falcons were terrible vs the Dolphins last week. QB Kirk Cousins looked old and the offense struggled. Travel to New England in a must win situation to stay alive in the NFC South.

#21 – 3-5 Commanders
The overrated Commanders were outclassed by the Chiefs without QB Jayden Daniels. Daniels probably plays this week, hosting the Seahawks in a major NFC contest with playoff consequences for both clubs.

#22 – 4-3 Jaguars
The Jaguars are coming off their bye week. They need to regroup quickly to stay competitive in the AFC South. They struggle vs playoff clubs.

#23 – 3-5 Bengals
The Bengals lost to the winless Jets last week. They host the Bears this week in a vital game to regroup and stay in the tight AFC North battle.

#24 – 4-4 Panthers
The Panthers were crushed by the Bills last week. Travel to Green Bay in a test for their young offense and any playoff hopes.

#25 – 2-6 Giants
The Giants came up short vs the Eagles. QB Jaxson Dart is carrying this offense which has sustained major injuries. Host the 49ers in a game which could determine any playoff hopes for both clubs.

#26 – 2-5 Cardinals
The Cardinals come off their bye week to face the Cowboys on Monday night. They come up short weekly
despite playing competitively in most games.

#27 – 2-6 Dolphins
The Dolphins come off strong win over the Falcons. Host the Ravens in a matchup of two disappointing clubs hoping to continue a stretch run and get into the playoff chase.

#28 – 2-6 Browns
The Browns struggle with a weak ground game and rookie QB. They were dominated by the Patriots despite Myles Garrett’s 5 sacks. Get their bye week to get QB Dillon reps for second half stretch.

#29 – 2-5 Raiders
The Raiders come off their bye and host the Jaguars this week. Recent horrible losses leave them shaky for the second half.

#30 – 1-7 Saints
The Saints were again lackluster in their loss last week to the Bucs. Travel to LA to face the tough Rams this week.

#31 – 1-7 Titans
The Titans were bombed by the Colts in latest loss. Host the Chargers this week in hopes of being a spoiler in a rebuilding season.

#32 – 1-7 Jets
Jets beat the Bengals for their first victory. They scored 23 points in the 4^th quarter to pull out the win on a late TD. They get their bye week for get QBs, Justin Fields and Tyrod Taylor healthy.

Frank Coyle is a long-time scout with nationwide ties with NFL and college coaches, scouts and player agents. He is a member of the FWAA and voter in College player awards – Heisman, Outland, Nagurski, Lombardi, Thorpe, Biletnikoff etc for the past 30+ years. He writes College Football Mondays weekly during the season. He was a longtime scouting consultant for the Senior Bowl, the nation’s premier postseason All-star game. He does sports radio shows for CBS, ESPN, Fox Sports and Sporting News on a year-round basis related to NFL and College Football especially during the postseason team and All-star Bowl time. He has worked for CBS Sports, USA Today, NBC Sports, Yahoo and Rivals sports publications and web sites.

NFL Trade Deadline Looms In Final Week

Nov. 4
All trading ends for 2025 at 4:00 p.m. est

Nov. 5
Players with at least four previous pension-credited seasons are subject to the waiver system for the remainder of the regular season and postseason.

The NFL trade deadline is approaching with less than one week before the Nov. 4^th final day. There have been many rumors through the fall related to veteran players availability. Salary cap issues will factor into any deals with the 2025 cap limited for many clubs.

Most bidders will be playoff contenders with a few possible .500 clubs in that mix entering the 2^nd half of the season. Most traders will be rebuilding clubs, hoping to add more draft capital and add draft choices for next April. Phones will be busy, though movement and getting the right fits on value and salary may limit exchanges. Many of the players on this list will be Free agents in March which reduces their value significantly at the November 4^th deadline. Deals for draft selections will usually involve an exchange with the value of draft choices increasing as we approach  next April.

Trades this week

Rams made a trade for cornerback Roger McCreary from the Titans. They sent their 5th round pick in 2026 for McCreary and a 6th round selection from the Titans next April.

Patriots moved two defensive veterans, safety Kyle Dugger and edge defender Keion White for late round draft exchanges. Both deals they acquired 6^th round picks for the player and a 7^th round exchange. Dugger was acquired by the Steelers while the 49ers added White to address their pass rush.

Go to  https://draftinsiders.com/DraftInsiders/nfl-traded-selections/ for the complete NFL Draft traded choices for 2026 and 2027

Veteran Players available

            Players ranked by highest rated by position  

Quarterbacks
Kirk Cousins – Falcons
Anthony Richardson – Colts
Jake Browning – Bengals
Russell Wilson – Giants

Running Backs
Alvin Kamara – Saints
Tony Pollard – Titans
Breece Hall – Jets
Zamir White – Raiders
Keaton Mitchell – Ravens
Raheem Mostert – Raiders
Jerome Ford – Browns

Wide Receivers
Tee Higgins – Bengals
AJ Brown – Eagles
Jaylen Waddle – Dolphins
Brian Thomas – Jaguars
Jakobi Meyers – Raiders
Rashid Shaheed – Saints
Chris Olave – Saints
Tyreek Hill – Dolphins
Calvin Ridley – Titans
Darius Slayton – Giants
Jonathan Mingo – Cowboys
Brandin Cooks – Saints
Allen Lazard – Jets
Malachi Corley – Browns

Tight Ends
Mark Andrews – Ravens
Michael Mayer – Raiders
David Njoku – Browns
Chig Okonkwo – Titans
Taysom Hill – Saints

Offensive Linemen
Joel Bitonio – Browns
Braxton Jones – Bears
Evan Neal – Giants

Defensive Linemen
Trey Hendrickson – Bengals
Maxx Crosby – Raiders
Jeffery Simmons – Titans
Quinnen Williams – Jets
Jaelan Phillips – Dolphins
Carl Granderson – Saints
Jermaine Johnson – Jets
Bradley Chubb – Dolphins
Arnold Ebiketie – Falcons
Boye Mafe – Seahawks
Azeez Ojulari – Eagles
Arden Key – Titans

Linebackers
Logan Wilson – Bengals
Cody Barton – Titans

Cornerbacks
Riq Woolen – Seahawks
Deonte Banks – Giants
L’Jarius Sneed – Titans
Alontae Taylor – Saints
Cam Taylor-Britt – Bengals
Michael Carter – Jets

Draft Insiders’ NFL Power Poll – Week 8

Frank Coyle / Head scout
www.draftinsiders.com

 Chiefs, Patriots & Colts Challenge for AFC Leadership  

Teams of the Week
Chiefs Crush Raiders – 31-0
Colts Smash Chargers – 38-24
Broncos Rally to Beat Giants – 32 -31

Players of the Week
Offense – QB Matthew Stafford – Rams
Defense – Edge Micah Parsons – Packers

Rookies of Week
Offense – QB Jaxson Dart – Giants
Defense – Edge Nic Scourton – Panthers

Games of Week 8
Sunday
1:00 pm 49ers (5-2) at Texans (2-4)
4:25 pm Cowboys (3-3-1) at Broncos (5-2)
8:20 pm Packers (4-1-1) at Steelers (4-2)

 
Draft Insiders’ – NFL Power Poll – Week 8

Frank Coyle
NFL Team Poll

Ranking /Record /Team
#1 – 5-2 Lions
Lions rebounded from loss to the Chiefs and drilled the Bucs on Monday night in a pivotal conference matchup. Get bye week to prepare to stretch run in tough NFC North clubs.

#2 – 5-2 Eagles
The Eagles outlast Vikings behind strong passing of veteran Jalen Hurst. Host the GMen looking to avenge earlier loss.

#3 – 4-3 Chiefs
Chiefs drilled the Raiders last week with a shutout. Host the struggling Commanders on Monday night. Chiefs survived the early struggles and are getting back players and look ready for a strong run in the AFC.

#4 – 5-2 Rams
Rams bombed the Jaguars in London. Get their bye week to celebrate before facing the difficult NFC West schedule which could provide three playoff clubs.

#5 – 6-1 Colts
Colts offense is cooking behind another strong performance by Daniel Jones. Host the Titans looking to solidify their AFC South leadership.

#6 – 4-2 Bills
Bills are coming off their bye week following two losses. Travel to the upstart Panthers who can not be taken for granted after a few nice wins recently.

#7 – 5-2 Broncos
The aggressive Broncos came back with a miraculous 4^th quarter scoring 32 points to beat the GMen. Host the Cowboys looking for another NFC East victory.

#8– 5-2 Bucs
Bucs were outmanned by the Lions on Monday night. Look to regroup with trip to New Orleans for NFC South rivalry.

#9 – 5-2 49ers
The 49ers rode a hot performance by tack Christian McCaffrey as both a runner and receiver. Travel to Houston in a trap game vs the struggling Texans.

#10 – 5-2 Patriots
The Patriots took care of business to beat the Titans. Host the physical Browns in a tough matchup for young QB Drake Maye.

#11 – 5-2 Seahawks
Seahawks beat the Texans behind a strong defensive performance. Get their bye week to load up for the stretch run in the tough NFC West which may provide three playoff clubs.

#12 – 4-1-1 Packers
The Packers won a wild shootout vs the Cardinals.  Travel to Steel City for a Sunday night matchup which is pivotal for both clubs.

#13 – 4-3 Chargers
Chargers were smashed by the Colts last Sunday. Must regroup quickly to host the Vikings on Thursday night in a key matchup for both clubs.

#14 – 4-2 Steelers
Steelers defense failed late vs the Bengals to negate an excellent performance by Aaron Rodgers. Host the Packers in a key matchup for both North divisions.

#15 – 3-3-1 Cowboys
The Cowboys offense is cooking with another strong performance behind hot Dak Prescott. Travel to Denver to face the tough Broncos in a pivotal interconference matchup.

#16 – 3-3 Vikings
Vikings lost a tough game vs the Eagles. Travel to LA to face the struggling Chargers in a game to separate the contenders form pretenders.

#17 – 4-2 Bears
The Bears beat the Saints to stay apace in the NFC North. Travel to Baltimore to face the rested desperate Ravens.

#18 – 3-3 Falcons
The Falcons came up short vs the 49ers last week. QB Michael Penix is still going through growing pains. Host the Dolphins in a must win situation to stay abreast in the NFC South.

#19 – 3-4 Commanders
The Commanders were beat soundly by the Cowboys and QB Jayden Daniels sustained a hamstring injury and is out this week. Travel to KC to face the rejuvenated Chiefs with each club in tough divisional struggles.

#20 – 4-3 Jaguars
Jaguars were smoked by the Rams in London. Get their bye week to figure out who they are.  They need to regroup on both sides of the ball to make a run at the AFC South title.

#21 – 3-4 Bengals
The Bengals beat to the Steelers behind veteran Joe Flacco last week. They host the Jets this week looking to build a winning streak and push for AFC North leadership.

#22 – 4-3 Panthers
Panthers beat the Jets to get over .500 and one of the surprise clubs in the league this season. Host the Bills this week which will possibly determine divisional leadership for each team.

#23 – 2-4 Texans
The Texans came up flat vs the Seahawks. Host the 49ers in a critical match up for each team. QB CJ Stroud faces the acid test here vs the physical 49ers defense.

#24 – 2-5 Giants
The Giants lost on a last second FG after giving up 32 points in the 4^th quarter. Jaxson Dart is the man here though must stay healthy to realize his potential. Travel to Philly in a game which could determine the fate of both clubs.

#25 – 2-5 Cardinals
The Cardinals lost another terrible game this time to the Packers. Get their bye week to figure out their inconsistencies on both sides of the ball. Need a stretch drive to avoid the basement in the NFC West.

#26 – 2-5 Browns
Browns crushed the Dolphins in last one. Rookie QB Gabriel Dillon had a solid game. Travel to New England to face the hot young Patriots.

#27 – 1-5 Ravens
Ravens are coming off their bye week and hope to make a run in the struggling AFC North. Host the Bears in the start of must win situations to realize that.

#28 – 2-5 Raiders
The Raiders were crushed again this time by the Chiefs who shut them out. Get their bye week to regroup after two horrible losses.

#29 – 1-6 Dolphins
Dolphins are collapsing with another weak performance this time vs the Browns. Travel to Atlanta with the look of playing out the stream and coaches and front office personnel on the line.

#30 – 1-6 Saints
Saints were lackluster in their loss to the Bears last week. Host the Bucs this week hoping to derail their NFC South dominance.

#31 – 1-6 Titans
The Titans were dominated by the Patriots in latest loss. Travel to Indy to face the hot Colts hoping to play the spoiler at this point.

#32 – 0-7 Jets
Jets were embarrassed by Panthers last week 13-6. QB Justin Fields has been benched in the first of many moves this postseason. Travel to Cincy to face the hopeful Bengals.

Frank Coyle is a long-time scout with nationwide ties with NFL and college coaches, scouts and player agents. He is a member of the FWAA and voter in College player awards – Heisman, Outland, Nagurski, Lombardi, Thorpe, Biletnikoff etc for the past 30+ years. He writes College Football Mondays weekly during the season. He was a longtime scouting consultant for the Senior Bowl, the nation’s premier postseason All-star game. He does sports radio shows for CBS, ESPN, Fox Sports and Sporting News on a year-round basis related to NFL and College Football especially during the postseason team and All-star Bowl time. He has worked for CBS Sports, USA Today, NBC Sports, Yahoo and Rivals sports publications and web sites.

NFL Awards 2024
Josh Allen Wins MVP Award

Coach of the Year – Kevin O’Connell – Vikings

Draft Insiders’ – Frank Coyle / Head scout
www.draftinsiders.com

The Buffalo Bills’ Josh Allen was voted the NFL MVP award after an outstanding 2024 performance. He directed the Bills to their 5th consecutive AFC East title followed by impressive postseason wins over the Broncos and Ravens. The Bills lost another dramatic matchup with the Chiefs who moved on to another Super Bowl appearance.

Allen had 41 offensive touchdowns for fourth in the NFL, a 101.4 passer rating for eighth in the league and only six interceptions. He was named AFC Offensive Player of the Week four different times. He also became the first player in NFL history to record at least 25 passing TDs, 10 rushing TDs and one receiving TD in a season.

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Allen was truly worthy of the award. He lost his top two receivers Stefon Diggs and Gabriel Davis in the offseason. He worked with a solid group of skill position players behind a very good front line. His combination of powerful arm to drive the ball down the field, strong scrambling where he is capable of running away or over defenders and savvy decision making earned him the coveted award. He clearly did the most with the least among his competitors.

In what was one of the most hotly contested MVP races in recent memory, Allen received 27 of the 50 first-place votes, four more than Jackson, who was selected first-team All-Pro last month. It’s the same voters for MVP and All-Pro, which is why many thought Jackson was the favorite to win what would have been his third MVP award.

NFL MVP Vote

The voting for the 2024 NFL MVP selected by The Associated Press in balloting by a nationwide panel of media. Voting is on a 10-5-3-2-1 basis:
Player  Votes

Josh Allen                   27-22-1-0-0–383
Lamar Jackson           23-26-0-1-0–362
Saquon Barkley          0-1-25-19-2–120
Joe Burrow                 0-1-15-10-12–82
Jared Goff                  0-0-6-5-19–47
Patrick Mahomes        0-0-3-8-6–31
Jayden Daniels           0-0-0-2-4–8
Justin Herbert             0-0-0-3-0–6
Ja’Marr Chase             0-0-0-2-2–6
Sam Darnold               0-0-0-0-3–3
Baker Mayfield            0-0-0-0-2–2

Here are the Winners and other nominations for NFL Awards

MVP Award – Josh Allen (winner)
Saquon Barkley, Joe Burrow, Jared Goff, Lamar Jackson

Offensive Player of the Year – Saquon Barkley (winner)
Joe Burrow, Lamar Jackson, Ja’Marr Chase, Derrick Henry

Defensive Player of the Year – Patrick Surtain (winner)
T.J. Watt, Zack Baun, Myles Garrett, Trey Hendrickson

Offensive Rookie of the Year – Jayden Daniels (winner)
Brock Bowers, Malik Nabers, Bo Nix, Brian Thomas Jr.

Defensive Rookie of the Year – Jared Verse (winner)
Cooper DeJean, Braden Fiske, Quinyon Mitchell, Chop Robinson

Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year presented by Nationwide
Arik Armstead, Jaguars defensive lineman

Salute to Service Award presented by USAA
George Kittle, 49ers tight end

Comeback Player of the Year –
Joe Burrow (winner), Sam Darnold, J.K. Dobbins, Christian Gonzalez, Damar Hamlin

Coach of the Year – Kevin O’Connell (winner)
Dan Campbell, Sean Payton, Dan Quinn, Andy Reid

Assistant Coach of the Year –
Ben Johnson (winner), Joe Brady, Vic Fangio, Brian Flores, Aaron Glenn

Pro Football Hall of Fame Class of 2025

Eric Allen
Jared Allen
Antonio Gates
Sterling Sharpe (senior)

NFL Playoffs – Quarterback Won/Loss Records

Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes Leads QB Postseason Records

Frank Coyle/ Staff

The KC Chiefs’ Patrick Mahomes attempts to become the first QB in Super Bowl history to win three consecutive titles this postseason. Mahomes has already won three titles over with the current back-to-back titles, setting up the opportunity to set a new NFL record. He has been incredible leading the Chiefs in the postseasons with 15 victories in his short career. His .833 winning percentage ranks the highest of both current and former veteran starters. Last season, his 15 postseason wins passed Terry Bradshaw, John Elway, Peyton Manning, Brett Farve and Ben Rothlisberger. His next win ties him with Joe Montana for 2nd place all-time behind only Tom Brady. Brady has an amazing 35 postseason wins with 7 Super Bowl titles, with most as a New England Patriot. Brady lost two SB games to the NY Giants, both when he left the field with only minutes to go with the Patriots in the lead, only to fall to dramatic performances by the Giant’s Eli Manning in the closing seconds.

    NFL QB Postseason Rankings

Current Players

 Rank/ Quarterback     Wins /Losses /Percent / Teams  / Championships
* Playoff Starters

* 1 Patrick Mahomes            15        3          .833       Chiefs         2019, 2022, 2023

2 Aaron Rodgers                   11         10        .524       Packers           2010

3 Joe Flacco                            10        6          .625       Ravens (10–5) Browns (0–1)     2012

* 4 Russell Wilson                  9          7          .563       Seahawks       2013

5  Joe Burrow                          5          2          .714       Bengals

* 6 Josh Allen                          5          5          .500       Bills

7 Jimmy Garoppolo              4          2          .667       49ers

8 Brock Purdy                        4          2          .667       49ers

* 9 Matthew Stafford             4          4          .500       Lions (0–3) Rams (4–1) 2021

* 10 Jared Goff                       4          4          .500       Rams (2–3) Lions (2–1)

* 11 Baker Mayfield               2          2          .500       Browns (1–1) Buccaneers (1–1)

12 Ryan Tannehill                 2          3          .400       Titans

* 13 Jalen Hurts                    2          3          .400       Eagles

* 14 Lamar Jackson              2          4          .333       Ravens

15 Dak Prescott                     2          5          .286       Cowboys

16 Marcus Mariota               1          1          .500       Titans

17 Trevor Lawrence              1          1          .500       Jaguars

18 Daniel Jones                     1          1          .500       Giants

* 19 C. J. Stroud                    1          1          .500       Texans

* 20 Jordan Love                  1          1          .500       Packers

21 Deshaun Watson              1          2          .333       Texans

22 Kirk Cousins                      1          3          .250       Redskins (0–1) Vikings (1–2)

Super Bowl Era Quarterbacks – Win/Loss Records

Rank / Quarterback       Wins / Losses   Percent             Teams Championship Season(s)

Super Bowl Era Quarterbacks

1 Tom Brady                  35 -13     .729       Patriots** (30-11) 2001, 2003, 2004, 2014, 2016, 2018     Buccaneers (5-2)           2020

2 Joe Montana              16-7       .696       49ers (14–5) Chiefs (2–2)         1981, 1984, 1988, 1989

3 Patrick Mahomes      15-3       .833       Chiefs 2019, 2022, 2023

4 Terry Bradshaw         14-5      .737       Steelers           1974, 1975, 1978, 1979

5 John Elway                 14-7       .667       Broncos           1997, 1998

6 Peyton Manning       14-13      .519       Colts (9–10)      2006     Broncos (5–3)          2015

7 Ben Roethlisberger   13-10     .565       Steelers           2005, 2008

8 Brett Favre                 13-11      .542       Packers (12–10) Vikings (1–1) 1996

9 Troy Aikman              11-4       .733       Cowboys          1992, 1993, 1995

10 Roger Staubach       11-6       .647       Cowboys          1971, 1977

11 Aaron Rodgers         11-10      .524       Packers           2010

12 Joe Flacco                10-6       .625       Ravens (10–5) Browns (0–1)     2012

13 Bart Starr                   9-1         .900       Packers 1961, 1962, 1965, 1966, 1967

14 Kurt Warner              9-4        .692       Rams (5–2) Cardinals (4–2)      1999

15 Russell Wilson          9-7        .563       Seahawks        2013

16 Donovan McNabb    9-7      .563      Eagles

17 Jim Kelly                    9-8        .529      Bills

18 Drew Brees               9-9        .500      Chargers (0–1) Saints (9–8)       2009

19 Jim Plunkett             8-2       .800       Raiders 1980, 1983

20 Eli Manning             8-4       .667       Giants**           2007, 2011

21 Steve Young             8-6       .571       49ers ^ 1994

22 Dan Marino             8-10      .444      Dolphins

23 Ken Stabler              7-5        .583       Raiders (7–4) Oilers (0–1)         1976

24 Johnny Unitas         6-2       .750       Colts 1958, 1959, 1970

25 Joe Theismann        6-2       .750       Redskins          1982

26 Phil Simms              6-4       .600       Giants 1986

27 Bob Griese               6-5       .545       Dolphins           1972, 1973

28 Fran Tarkenton       6-5       .545      Vikings

29 Trent Dilfer              5-1       .833      Buccaneers (1–1) Ravens (4–0) 2000

30 Mark Rypien           5-2       .714       Redskins          1991

31 Joe Burrow              5-2       .714      Bengals

32 Mark Brunell          5-5       .500      Jaguars (4–4) Redskins (1–1)

33 Steve McNair          5-5       .500      Titans (5–4) Ravens (0–1)

34 Josh Allen               5-5       .500      Bills

35 Matt Hasselbeck      5-6       .455      Seahawks

36 Philip Rivers             5-7       .417      Chargers (5–6) Colts (0–1)

37 Mark Sanchez          4-2       .667      Jets

38 Colin Kaepernick    4-2       .667      49ers

39 Nick Foles                4-2       .667       Eagles     2017

40 Jimmy Garoppolo     4-2       .667      49ers

41 Brock Purdy             4-2       .667      49ers

42 Doug Williams          4-3       .571      Buccaneers (1–3) Redskins  (3–0)          1987

42 Brad Johnson           4-3       .571      Vikings (0–1) Redskins (1–1) Buccaneers (3–1) 2002

43 Rich Gannon            4-3       .571      Raiders

44 Andrew Luck            4-4       .500      Colts

45 Matthew Stafford      4-4       .500      Lions (0–3) Rams (4–1)  2021

46 Jared Goff                4-4       .500      Rams (2–3) Lions (2–1)

47 Matt Ryan                4-6       .400      Falcons

48 David Woodley         3-2       .600      Dolphins

49 Boomer Esiason       3-2       .600      Bengals

50 Jay Schroeder          3-2       .600      Redskins (2–1) Raiders (1–1)

51 Tony Eason             3-2       .600      Patriots

52 Jim McMahon           3-3       .500      Bears (3–2) Vikings (0–1)          1985

53 Drew Bledsoe           3-3       .500      Patriots

54 Dan Fouts                3-4       .429      Chargers

55 Bernie Kosar            3-4       .429      Browns

56 Neil O’Donnell          3-4       .429      Steelers

57 Kerry Collins             3-4       .429      Panthers (1–1) Giants (2–2) Titans (0–1)

58 Cam Newton            3-4       .429      Panthers

59 Dave Krieg               3-6       .333      Seahawks (3–4) Chiefs (0–1) Lions (0–1)

60 Randall Cunningham   3-6      .333      Eagles (1–4) Vikings (2–2)

61 Warren Moon                3-7       .300      Oilers (3–6) Vikings (0–1)

62 Frank Reich                 2-0       1.000    Bills

63 Joe Namath                 2-1       .667       Jets     AFL 1968

64 Baker Mayfield           2-2       .500      Browns (1–1) Buccaneers (1–1)

65 Jim Harbaugh            2-3       .400      Bears (0–1) Colts (2–2)

66 Vinny Testaverde      2-3       .400      Browns (1–1) Jets (1–2)

67 Michael Vick               2-3       .400      Falcons (2–2) Eagles (0–1)

68 Ryan Tannehill          2-3       .400      Titans

69 Jalen Hurts                2-3       .400      Eagles

70 Chad Pennington      2-4       .333      Jets (2–3) Dolphins (0–1)

71 Tony Romo                2-4       .333      Cowboys

72 Lamar Jackson         2-4       .333      Ravens

73 Alex Smith                2-5       .286      49ers (1–1) Chiefs (1–4)

74 Dak Prescott            2-5       .286      Cowboys

75 Daniel Jones            1-1       .500      Giants

76 Tim Tebow               1-1       .500      Broncos

77 Jay Cutler                1-1       .500      Bears

78 T. J. Yates                1-1       .500      Texans

79 Matt Schaub             1-1       .500      Texans

80 Brock Osweiler         1-1       .500      Texans

81 Marcus Mariota        1-1       .500      Titans

82 Case Keenum          1-1       .500      Vikings

83 Trevor Lawrence      1-1       .500      Jaguars

84 C. J. Stroud              1-1       .500      Texans

85 Jordan Love            1-1       .500      Packers

86 Jeff George              1-2       .333      Falcons (0–1) Vikings (1–1)

87 Elvis Grbac               1-2       .333      Chiefs (0–1) Ravens (1–1)

88 Jay Fiedler               1-2       .333      Dolphins

89 Deshaun Watson     1-2       .333      Texans

90 Kirk Cousins             1-3       .250      Redskins (0–1) Vikings (1–2)

Draft Insiders’ NFL Power Poll – 2024

Frank Coyle / Head scout
www.draftinsiders.com

Chiefs & Lions Top Conferences

Teams of the Week 
Bills Blast 49ers – 35-10
Eagles Edge Ravens – 24-19
 
Players of the Week
  Offense – QB Josh Allen – Bills     
  Defense – DT Leonard Williams – Seahawks  
 
Rookies of Week
    Offense – QB Bo Nix – Broncos
    Defense – DB Tarheeb Still – Chargers
 
Games of Week 14    
Thursday
Green Bay Packers (9-3) @ Detroit Lions (11-1) – 8:15 pm

  Sunday
Seattle Seahawks (7-5) @ Arizona Cardinals (6-6) – 4:05 pm
Los Angels Chargers (8-4) @ Kansas City Chiefs (11-1) – 8:20 pm
 
Team Byes this Week (final week) – Ravens, Broncos, Texans, Colts, Patriots & Commanders

Draft Insiders’ – NFL Power Poll – Week 14

Frank Coyle

NFL Team Poll

Ranking /Record /Team

#1 – 11-1 Chiefs
Chiefs beat the turkey Raiders on Thanksgiving. They know how to win close games and Mahomes gives them a clear advantage in big spots. Host the Chargers in a pivotal AFC West battle with first place in the balance and possible #1 AFC seating.

#2 – 11-1 Lions
Lions edged the Bears and host the Packers this Thursday night. They have been dominant most of the season and the team to beat in the NFC and possible #1 seating.

#3 – 10-2 Bills
Bills bashed the 49ers behind another great Josh Allen performance. Travel to LA to face a hungry Rams club which is backed to the wall to win the final month of the season.

#4 – 10-2 Eagles
The Eagles beat the Ravens in a gutsy performance. They continue to peak entering the final month. Host the struggling Panthers looking to open a three game NFC East lead.

#5 – 9-3 Steelers
Steelers outslugged the Bengals in another AFC North battle. Their defense showed a few kinks vs Joe Burrow. Russell Wilson continues to impress in a comeback performance.

#6 – 10-2 Vikings
Vikings won their 5^th straight game, beating the Cardinals. They continue to press the Lions for the NFC North title. Host the Falcons in a pivotal NFC matchup.

#7 – 8-4 Chargers
Chargers made a terrific comeback vs the Bengals in a wild shootout. Host the Ravenls this week in a great matchup between Justin Herbert and Lamar Jackson.

#8 – 8-5 Ravens
Ravens fell again vs the Steelers. Travel to LA to face the hot Chargers on Monday night in a pivotal AFC matchup which will affect both divisions.

#9 – 8-5 Commanders
The Commanders bounced back vs the Titans. Get their bye week to prepare for a stretch run. Rookie Daniels has directed this offense nicely.

#10 – 8-5 Texans
The hot and cold Texans just edged the Jaguars in latest game. Hold a two-game lead in the AFC South entering their bye week. Young CJ Stroud needs to regroup and cut his mistakes entering the final month.

#11 – 9-3 Packers
The Packers beat the Dolphins on Thanksgiving. Face divisional leading Lions in Detroit on Thursday. This may decide if they can make the playoffs in the toughest NFC division.

#12 – 8-5 Broncos
The aggressive Broncos rode the hot hand of rookie sensation Bo Nix for another victory. They get their bye week to reload for a run at a wild card position this postseason.

#13 – 7-5 Seahawks
Seahawks outlasted the Jets to gain NFC West leadership. Travel to Arizona in a battle for first place.

#14 – 6-6 Rams
Rams have reached the .500 mark after a slow start. They host the Bills in a matchup which may define their season. QB Matthew Stafford and Josh Allen can put on a show.

#15 – 6-6 Cardinals
The Cardinals lost a heartbreaker to the Vikings. They host the Seahawks looking to avenge an earlier lost where they scored only 2 FGs.

#16 – 6-6 Falcons
The Falcons extended their losing streak to three games. Travel to Minnesota looking to stay alive in the playoff hunt. Starting QB Kirk Cousins could get a hook for rookie #1 pick Michael Penix if his mistakes continue to mount.

#17 – 6-6 Bucs
Bucs beat the Cardinals in OT to stay tied for the NFC South leadership. Host the Raiders in a must win situation to keep pace for the divisional title with most likely only one South club making the postseason.

#18 – 5-7 Dolphins
Dolphins lost to Packers on Thanksgiving breaking their two game winning streak. Host the Jets for their first matchup of a soft late schedule where they are still capable of surprising with a healthy QB Tua.

#19 – 6-7 Colts
The Colts won another lost game vs the Patriots. They enter their bye week hoping to regroup and make a run in the soft AFC South. They lack consistency and firepower and look to erratic Richardson to become the catalyst for a late playoff run.

#20 – 5-7 49ers
The 49ers were crushed by the Bills on Sunday night which dampens their playoff hopes even in the weak NFC West. Their key offensive injuries may limited their attack. Host the Bears in a battle of also runs.

#21 – 4-8 Bengals
The Bengals lost yet another wild game, this time to the Steelers despite an amazing performance by QB Joe Burrow. Their defense has allowed an incredible 340 points, passed only by the inept Panthers in the league. Travel to Big D for a matchup of two of the most disappointing teams in the league.

22 – 5-7 Cowboys
The Cowboys are on a bogus two-game winning streak in hope they make a desperate run at a wild card  playoff position. Host the potent Bengals who will press their overrated defense to the fullest.

#23 – 4-8 Saints
Saints lost to the Rams in a close contest. Travel to Metlife to face the collapsing GMen. New HC Darren Rizzi has this club playing hard, though their lack of firepower in big spots has limited their chances.

#24 – 4-8 Bears
The Bears came up short vs the Lions on Thanksgiving for their 5^th straight loss. Rookie QB Caleb Williams is paying well and hopes to continue his resurgence on their West coast visit to the 49ers.

#25 – 3-9 Browns
Browns batted the Broncos to the wire, though lost on two pick sixes by QB Jameis Winston. They are the lowest scoring offense in the AFC and are expected to make major changes this offseason. Travel to Pittsburgh to face the Steelers after beating them just a few weeks ago.

#26 – 3-10 Patriots
The young lost another close game this time to the Colts. They continue to struggle and get their bye week to prepare for a difficult final month which probably guarantees them a top 3 selection in the NFL Draft 2025.

#27 – 3-9 Jets
Jets got spanked by Geno Smith and the Seahawks last week. They continue to fall apart at the seams. Travel to Miami hoping to spoil any long shot playoff aspirations of the Dolphins.

#28 – 3-9 Titans
The Titans got smashed by the Commanders. Host the Jaguars in a battle for the basement in the AFC South. Titans have made little improvement over the 2024 season.

#29 – 3-9 Panthers
Panthers fought the Bucs to overtime, though came up short again. Young QB Bryce Young is gaining valuable experience. Travel to Philly for a major opportunity to take the next step.

#30 – 2-10 Jaguars
Jaguars were edged by the Texans last week for their 5th straight loss. Go to Nashville looking to get out of the basement vs the Titans.

#31 – 2-10 Giants
The Giants lost on Thanksgiving in Big D failing to finish many drills which could have made a difference. Host the Saints this week with QB Drew Lock at the helm again.

#32 – 2-10 Raiders
The Raiders lost their 8th straight game vs the Chiefs. Travel to Tampa playing out the string in another disastrous season which will cause major turnovers this offseason.

Frank Coyle is a long-time scout with nationwide ties with NFL and college coaches, scouts and player agents. He is a member of the FWAA and voter in College player awards – Heisman, Outland, Nagurski, Lombardi, Thorpe, Biletnikoff etc for the past 30+ years. He writes College Football Mondays weekly during the season. He was a longtime scouting consultant for the Senior Bowl, the nation’s premier postseason All-star game. He does sports radio shows for CBS, ESPN, Fox Sports and Sporting News on a year-round basis related to NFL and College Football especially during the postseason team and All-star Bowl time. He has worked for CBS Sports, USA Today, NBC Sports, Yahoo and Rivals sports publications and web sites.

Eli Manning Named Semifinalist for 2025 Pro Football Hall of Fame Class

Manning Tops the List of HOF Nominees
Veterans, Jared Allen & Antonio Gates Head Class
Luke Kuechly & Terrell Suggs First Time Defenders

Legendary New York Giants QB Eli Manning was one of 25 players named semifinalists for the Pro Football Hall of Fame’s class of 2025 this week.

List of modern-era Semifinalists
Eric Allen, CB
Jared Allen, DE
Willie Anderson, OT
Anquan Boldin, WR
Jahri Evans, OG
Antonio Gates, TE
James Harrison, Edge
Rodney Harrison, S
Torry Holt, WR
Luke Kuechly, LB
Eli Manning, QB
Robert Mathis, Edge
Steve Smith Sr., WR
Terrell Suggs, Edge
Fred Taylor, RB
Earl Thomas, S
Adam Vinatieri, PK
Hines Ward, WR
Ricky Watters, RB
Reggie Wayne, WR
Richmond Webb, OT
Vince Wilfork, DT
Steve Wisniewski, OG
Darren Woodson, S
Marshal Yanda, OG

This list will be a cut to 15 Finalists in December

Manning is the only QB among the semifinalists and one of just six first year nominees. He hopes to join his brother Peyton in the Hall with a first year selection. He spent his entire 16-year NFL career with the New York Giants, as one of the greatest Ironman and clutch performers at the position in league history.

He is the son of longtime New Orleans Saints star QB Archie Manning and was selected the 1st overall in the 2004 NFL Draft by the San Diego Chargers. He was traded to the Giants on draft day by NY GM Ernie Accorsi.

He went on to become their best QB in franchise history and won a pair of Super Bowls, beating Tom Brady and the New England Patriots twice. He earned Super Bowl MVP honors in each game. He made some of the greatest clutch throws in the annals of the Super Bowl which were pivotal on the Giants SB titles. He ranks 11th in NFL history in passing yardage (57,023), passing TDs (366) and completions (4,895).

This HOF group was reduced from an initial group of 167 nominees who were announced back in September. The Selection Committee will reduce this group again to 15 finalists, who will be announced in December. In all, 20 finalists (15 modern-era players, three seniors, one coach, and one contributor) will be presented to the committee in the lead-up to Super Bowl LIX.

NFL Trade Deadline Deals

‘Word on the Street’

Column for Subscribers thru NFL Draft 2025

Draft Insiders’ – Frank Coyle / Head scout
www.draftinsiders.com

Updated – Nov. 6, 2024 – 10 am

NFL Trade Deadline Deals
Traded Selections 2025-2026

NFL 2025 Trade Period – starts March 12, 2025

Commanders Aquire Saints CB Marshon Lattimore
Lions Acquire Edge ZaDarius Smith
Cowboys Deal for Wideout Jonathan Mingo

The NFL trade deadline has closed after a rush of moves by General Managers mostly from contenders to strengthen rosters for the playoff push. There has been the expected active period over recent weeks which could finish with  several deals which can have huge effects on the NFL playoff picture. The incumbent KC Chiefs have already benefited from their major addition of wideout DeAndre Hopkins who has provided scoring impact in his first games.

The Jets added receiver Davante Adams has connected with former teammate QB Aaron Rodgers to score the winning TD in their victory over the Texans.

Other veteran receivers like Chris Olave, Darius Slayton, Christian Kirk, Calvin Ridley, Treylon Burks, Kendrick Bourne, Brandin Cooks, Michael Thomas, Adam Thielen and Eli Moore drew interest in the final days, though were not moved by their current clubs. Olave and Kirk sustained recent injuries which may eliminate them from deals. Teams like the Bucs, Bills, Chargers, Steelers, Eagles, Commanders and Texans will entertain receivers for the stretch run in competitive conferences where every win makes a difference for a postseason berth.

Receivers DeAndre Hopkins, Davante Adams, Diontae Johnson and Jonathan Mingo have changed uniforms in hope of becoming playmakers. Hopkins and Adams have provided short term impact to the Chiefs, Jets and Ravens offense that were all in need for new playmakers.

Veteran defensive players like edge defenders Za’Darius Smith, Preston Smith, and Baron Browning were traded for late selections within the last 24 hours, hoping to provide pass pressure in their contending team’s pursuit of the postseason.

Many of these veterans are high priced players and possible free agents this postseason. Playoff clubs will be limited to the waiver wire and practice squads to add new players through the NFL 2024 season.

2025 NFL Traded Selections

Updated – Nov. 6, 2024 – 10 am

Second Round
Chicago from Carolina (2023 draft trade/WR DJ Moore)
Buffalo from Houston-Minnesota (WR Stefon Diggs)
Carolina from LA Rams (2024 draft trade)

Third Round
Kansas City from Tennessee (CB L’Jarius Sneed)
Philadelphia from Miami (2024 draft trade)
NY Jets from Detroit (2024 draft trade)
Jacksonville from Minnesota (2024 draft trade)
New England from Atlanta (Edge Matthew Judon)
Washington from Philadelphia (WR Jahan Dotson)
San Francisco – minority hire comp pick (Houston HC DeMeco Ryans)
LA Rams – minority hiring comp pick (Atlanta HC Raheem Morris)
Cleveland from Buffalo – WR Amari Cooper
Las Vegas from NY Jets – WR Davante Adams (could escalate to a #2 pick on
performance/production)
New Orleans from Washington (CB Marshon Lattimore)

Fourth Round
Detroit from Philadelphia (RB D’Andre Swift)
Philadelphia from Detroit (2024 draft trade)
Jacksonville from Minnesota (2024 draft trade)
Tennessee from Seattle + LB Jerome Baker (LB Ernest Jones)
Carolina from Dallas (WR Jonathan Mingo)
New Orleans from Washington (CB Marshon Lattimore)

Fifth Round
San Francisco from Miami (RB Jeff Wilson)
Miami from Denver (Edge Bradley Chubb)
Pittsburgh from the LA Rams (OG Kevin Dotson)
Minnesota from Cleveland (Edge Za’darius Smith)
Chicago from Miami (WR Chase Claypool)
NY Giants from Seattle (DT Leo Williams)
Carolina from the NY Giants (Edge Brian Burns)
Houston from Buffalo (WR Stefon Diggs)
Philadelphia from Houston (2024 draft trade)
Philadelphia from Washington (WR Jahan Dotson)
Carolina from Baltimore (WR Diontae Johnson)
Tennessee from Kansas City (WR DeAndre Hopkins – could be a #4 based on time)
Atlanta – forfeited Selection (QB Kirk Cousins tampering)
San Francisco – forfeited Selection (payroll clerical error)
Denver from Arizona (LB Baron Browning)
Cleveland from Detroit (Edge ZaDarius Smith)
Washington from New Orleans (CB Marshon Lattimore)
New York Jets from Pittsburgh (WR Mike Williams)

Sixth Round
Cleveland from Minnesota (Edge Za’Darius Smith)
LA Rams from Pittsburgh (OG Kevin Dotson)
Denver from Philadelphia (TE Albert Ogwuebunam)
LA Chargers from New England (CB JC Jackson)
Miami from Chicago (WR Chase Claypool)
LA Rams from Atlanta (WR Van Jefferson)
NY Jets from Kansas City (WR Mecole Hardman)
Cleveland from Detroit (WR Donovan Peoples-Jones)
Detroit from Tampa Bay (CB Carlton Davis)
Cleveland from Chicago (DT Chris Williams)
Jacksonville from Seattle (Edge Trevis Gipson)
Washington from New Orleans (DT John Ridgeway)
Chicago – conditional pick from Pittsburgh (QB Justin Fields – could escalate based on time)
Washington – conditional pick from Pittsburgh (CB William Jackson)
Seattle from Chicago (LB Darrell Taylor)
Buffalo from Cleveland  (WR Amari Cooper)
Baltimore from Carolina (WR Diontae Johnson)
New Orleans from Washington (CB Marshon Lattimore)

Seventh Round
Pittsburgh – two #7 picks from Philadelphia (QB Kenny Pickett)
Washington – two #7 picks from Philadelphia (WR Jahan Dotson)
Philadelphia from New Orleans (S Chauncey Gardner-Johnson)
Carolina from Arizona (WR Robby Anderson)
Cleveland from Minnesota (Edge Za’Darius Smith)
LA Chargers from Cleveland (PK Dustin Hopkins)
New England from Tennessee (PK Nick Folk)
New England from LA Chargers (CB JC Jackson)
Atlanta from LA Rams (WR Van Jefferson)
Kansas City from NY Jets (WR Mecole Hardman)
Atlanta from Philadelphia (DT Kentavius Sweet)
Chicago from Cleveland (DT Chris Williams)
Tennessee from Green Bay (QB Malik Willis)
Arizona from Kansas City (LB Cam Thomas)
New Orleans from Washington (DT John Ridgeway)
Carolina & Kansas City to flip 7th round picks (WR Ihmer Smith-Marsette)
Minnesota – conditional pick from Pittsburgh (OG Jesse Davis)
Pittsburgh – conditional pick from Washington (CB William Jackson)
Cleveland  – conditional pick from Washington (PK Cade York)
Chicago from Cincinnati (RB Khalil Herbert)
Dallas from Carolina (WR Jonathan Mingo)
Green Bay from Pittsburgh (Edge Preston Smith)

2026 Traded Selections

Third Round
Philadelphia – conditional pick from NY Jets (Edge Hassan Reddick – can become a #2 if he plays 67.5% of the defensive snaps and records 10 sacks.)

Fifth Round
LA Rams from Tennessee (LB Ernest Jones)
Seattle traded pick and LB Jerome Baker (LB Ernest Jones)
Jacksonville conditional pick from Minnesota (OT Cam Robinson -could escalate to a #4 based on time)

Sixth Round
Denver from NY Jets (DE John Franklin-Myers)
LA Rams from Houston (TE Ben Skowronek)
Seattle from Cleveland (C Nick Harris)
Tennessee from LA Rams (LB Ernest Jones)
NY Giants from Dallas (DT Jordan Phillips)
NY Jets from Buffalo (DB/RS Brandon Codrington)
Minnesota – conditional pick from LA Rams (RB Cam Akers)
Houston from Minnesota (RB Cam Akers)
Jacksonville from Seattle (Roy Robertson-Harris)
New England from Kansas City (Edge Josh Uche)
Cleveland from Detroit (Edge ZaDarius Smith)

Seventh Round
Houston from LA Rams (TE Ben Skowronek)
Cleveland from Seattle (C Nick Harris)
Dallas from NY Giants (DT Jordan Phillips)
Buffalo from NY Jets (DB/RS Brandon Codrington)
Jacksonville – conditional pick from Detroit (PK Riley Patterson)
Minnesota – conditional pick from LA Rams (RB Cam Akers)
Minnesota from Houston (RB Cam Akers)
Cleveland from Buffalo (WR Amari Cooper)
Minnesota conditional pick from Jacksonville (OT Cam Robinson – could be voided if time not achieved)
Detroit from Cleveland (Edge ZaDarius Smith)
Houston from San Fran (DT Khalil Davis)
Los Angeles Rams from Baltimore (CB Tre’Davious White)

2027 Traded Selections

Baltimore from Los Angeles Rams (CB Tre’Davious White)

Frank Coyle is a long-time scout with nationwide ties with NFL and college coaches, scouts and player agents. He is a member of the FWAA and voter in College player awards – Heisman, Outland, Nagurski, Lombardi, Thorpe, Biletnikoff etc for the past 30+ years. He writes College Football Mondays weekly during the season. He was a longtime scouting consultant for the Senior Bowl, the nation’s premier postseason All-star game. He does sports radio shows for CBS, ESPN, Fox Sports and Sporting News on a year-round basis related to NFL and College Football especially during the postseason team and All-star Bowl time. He has worked for CBS Sports, USA Today, NBC Sports, Yahoo and Rivals sports publications and web sites.