The 2026 NFL trade deadline is Tuesday, November 10, at 4 p.m. ET (1 p.m. PT), and the final 24 hours opened with a burst of deals on Monday: the Jacksonville Jaguars landed safety Jessie Bates III from the Falcons and defensive tackle Davon Godchaux from the Saints, while the Detroit Lions picked up safety Andre Cisco from the Jets, according to ESPN. Those moves land on top of a busy few weeks that already sent Jeffery Simmons to Chicago, Marvin Harrison Jr. to Houston and Quenton Nelson to Seattle.
With one day left and the Colts' Jonathan Taylor still the biggest name on the board, fans are searching for when the deadline hits, which NFL trades are already done and which rumors are real. Here is everything confirmed so far, sourced to the outlets that reported it.
Key Takeaways
- Deadline: Tuesday, Nov. 10, 2026, at 4 p.m. ET, per ESPN and CBS Sports.
- Monday's deals: Jaguars get S Jessie Bates III (Falcons) and DT Davon Godchaux (Saints); Lions get S Andre Cisco (Jets).
- Biggest earlier move: the Bears sent two first-round picks and a fourth-rounder to Tennessee for All-Pro DT Jeffery Simmons on Oct. 29.
- Top rumor: the Colts are fielding calls on RB Jonathan Taylor; reports differ on whether a first-round pick is realistic.
- Off the table, per reports: Derrick Henry (Ravens), Trey McBride (Cardinals), Breece Hall (Jets) and Derrick Brown (Panthers).
NFL Trade Deadline 2026: When Is the Deadline?
So when is the NFL trade deadline exactly? It is 4 p.m. Eastern on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, the Tuesday after Week 9. CBS Sports and ESPN both list that time. After it passes, teams can no longer trade players until the new league year opens in March, although they can still sign free agents and claim players off waivers.
That is why the trade deadline NFL front offices work toward tends to produce a rush in the last 48 hours: contenders want to plug holes for the playoff run, and teams that have fallen out of the race try to turn veterans into draft picks before the window shuts.
NFL Trades Today: Monday's Deals
Three trades came together on Monday, November 9, the day before the deadline.
Jaguars acquire S Jessie Bates III from the Falcons
Jacksonville sent a 2027 second-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick to Atlanta for the Pro Bowl safety, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported, as relayed by Bleacher Report's live blog. CBS Sports describes the same package as a future second- and fifth-round pick. Bleacher Report notes the price is the highest paid for a safety on the trade market since the 2019 Minkah Fitzpatrick deal.
Jaguars acquire DT Davon Godchaux from the Saints
Jacksonville kept going, agreeing to a deal for defensive tackle Davon Godchaux. New Orleans receives a conditional 2028 sixth-round pick that can become a 2027 sixth-rounder if conditions are met, CBS Sports reports, citing The Athletic. The exact conditions were not disclosed.
Lions acquire S Andre Cisco from the Jets
Detroit sent a 2028 sixth-round pick to New York for the 26-year-old safety, per Schefter, reported by both CBS Sports and Bleacher Report. Cisco is set to become a free agent after this season, so for the Lions it is a low-cost rental for the stretch run.
Every Major NFL Trade of the 2026 Season So Far
Monday's moves continue a season of bigger-than-usual deals. The table below collects the terms ESPN's trade tracker lists for the major in-season trades, with dates as ESPN gives them.
| Date | Player | From → To | Compensation (per ESPN) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov. 9 | S Jessie Bates III | Falcons → Jaguars | 2027 2nd + 2028 5th (per Schefter) |
| Nov. 9 | DT Davon Godchaux | Saints → Jaguars | Conditional 2028 6th |
| Nov. 9 | S Andre Cisco | Jets → Lions | 2028 6th |
| Nov. 4 | QB Jacoby Brissett | Cardinals → Ravens | Ravens get Brissett + 2027 5th; Cardinals get 2027 4th + 2028 7th |
| Oct. 29 | DT Jeffery Simmons | Titans → Bears | Bears get Simmons + 2028 5th; Titans get 2027 1st, 2027 4th, 2028 1st |
| Oct. 27 | DT DeForest Buckner | Colts → 49ers | 2027 4th |
| Undated | G Quenton Nelson | Colts → Seahawks | 2027 3rd + 2028 5th (agreed) |
| Oct. 11 | WR Marvin Harrison Jr. | Cardinals → Texans | Texans get Harrison + 2027 7th; Cardinals get 2027 2nd + 2027 6th |
| Oct. 7 | C Cam Jurgens | Eagles → Ravens | Ravens get Jurgens + 2027 7th; Eagles get 2027 5th + 2028 2nd |
| Sept. 30 | CB Joey Porter Jr. | Steelers → Cowboys | 2027 6th + 2028 2nd |
| Sept. 28 | QB J.J. McCarthy | Vikings → Giants | 2027 5th |
The Simmons terms match in both ESPN's tracker and The Sporting News tracker on Yahoo Sports, which describes the deal as two first-round picks and a 2027 fourth-rounder for Simmons and a 2028 fifth. The Brissett deal was first reported Nov. 4, and ESPN says the trade was finalized later that week.
The Colts are the league's busiest seller
Indianapolis has already moved two cornerstones of its lines, trading three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle DeForest Buckner back to the 49ers and agreeing to send eight-time Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson to Seattle, per ESPN. That sell-off is why so much of the remaining NFL trade news runs through Indianapolis.
NFL Trade Rumors: Who Could Still Move Before 4 p.m. Tuesday
Jonathan Taylor, Colts RB
Taylor is the headline name. ProFootballTalk's Mike Florio wrote that the "current belief in league circles" is that the Colts will take the best offer before the deadline, Bleacher Report reports. The sticking point is price. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported on Nov. 4 that Indianapolis was still asking for a first-round pick while suitors felt a second-rounder plus another asset should be enough, according to The Sporting News. CBS Sports cites NFL Network's Ian Rapoport saying the Colts have an offer of "a second-round pick and more."
The Giants have been the most-discussed suitor, but reports conflict. Fox's Jay Glazer reported New York offered second- and fifth-round picks before pulling the offer, and ESPN's Jordan Raanan says the Giants may now prioritize defensive line help, per Bleacher Report. Jordan Schultz reported on Nov. 1 that the Broncos, Vikings, Packers, Bengals and Giants had all contacted the Colts, per The Sporting News, though Bengals coach Zac Taylor has since indicated Cincinnati is staying put.
Josh Downs, Colts WR
Schefter said on The Pat McAfee Show that Indianapolis has received a fourth-round offer for Downs, who has requested a trade and is set for free agency in 2027, according to Bleacher Report.
Brian Thomas Jr., Jaguars WR
Rapoport reported that the Kansas City Chiefs have been interested in Thomas since last season. CBS Sports calls him the receiver drawing the most interest, but also notes Jacksonville wants to be "additive, not subtractive," and the Jaguars' Monday buying spree backs that up.
Will McDonald IV, Jets edge rusher
McDonald has told the Jets he wants a trade, per NFL Network. The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt points to a reduced role: his snap share fell to 46 percent this season from 66 percent in each of the past two years, Bleacher Report reports. Even at 2-7, the Jets do not appear eager to sell.
Players reportedly not available
- Derrick Henry, Ravens RB: Schefter reports multiple teams called, but Baltimore is not interested in moving him.
- Trey McBride, Cardinals TE: Denver asked; Arizona has "zero intention" of trading him, per Schefter.
- Breece Hall, Jets RB: the Jets intend to keep him, per Schefter (via The Sporting News).
- Derrick Brown, Panthers DT: Carolina has told callers he is not available, per Schultz and NFL on Prime's James Palmer.
- Tony Pollard, Titans RB: Tennessee is "not interested" in trading its starter, per Schefter and Rapoport.
- Daniel Jones, Colts QB: the Colts told Jones he will not be moved, per Tom Pelissero.
Buyers and Sellers: What Teams Are Saying
Several coaches have laid out their plans publicly, per Bleacher Report's roundup:
- Chiefs: Andy Reid said GM Brett Veach will be open to roster upgrades.
- Giants: John Harbaugh said moves will focus on the current season, and CBS Sports reports New York is calling about running back and defensive tackle help.
- Falcons: despite trading Bates, Atlanta says it is not punting on the season, and Bijan Robinson and Drake London are considered off-limits.
- Buccaneers: Todd Bowles said Tampa Bay will consider moves.
- Bengals and Ravens: Cincinnati does not appear to be adding, and Baltimore may be done after acquiring Jurgens and Brissett.
- Bills: ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports Buffalo wants to add a safety, a market that just lost Bates and Cisco.
What to Watch Before the Deadline
Expect the final hours to follow a familiar pattern: smaller depth trades arrive in a flurry Tuesday morning, and any blockbuster usually breaks close to 4 p.m. ET. The questions that will decide how the 2026 NFL trade deadline is remembered:
- Does Indianapolis move Jonathan Taylor, and does anyone pay the first-round price the Colts have reportedly wanted?
- Do the Chiefs land a receiver, with Brian Thomas Jr. the most-linked name?
- Do the Bills find a safety now that two starters have come off the market?
- Do the Jets hold firm on McDonald despite his request?
Trades agreed before 4 p.m. ET can still be announced afterward, so the full picture of NFL trades today may not be clear until Tuesday evening. Live trackers from ESPN and CBS Sports are the fastest places to confirm a deal is official.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is NFL trade deadline day in 2026?
The 2026 NFL trade deadline is Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 4 p.m. ET (1 p.m. PT), according to ESPN and CBS Sports.
What NFL trades happened today?
On Monday, Nov. 9, the Jaguars acquired safety Jessie Bates III from the Falcons and defensive tackle Davon Godchaux from the Saints, and the Lions acquired safety Andre Cisco from the Jets.
What is the biggest NFL trade of 2026 so far?
The Bears' deal for All-Pro defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons stands out: Chicago sent 2027 and 2028 first-round picks plus a 2027 fourth-rounder to Tennessee, getting Simmons and a 2028 fifth back, per ESPN.
Will Jonathan Taylor be traded?
It is not confirmed. Reports say the Colts are likely to take the best offer, but they have reportedly asked for a first-round pick while suitors have offered closer to a second-rounder plus more.
Can NFL teams trade after the deadline?
No. Once the deadline passes, players cannot be traded until the new league year begins in March, though teams can still sign free agents and claim waived players.
Sources
- 2026 NFL trade deadline updates: Latest deals, news, buzz (ESPN)
- 2026 NFL trade deadline live updates: Latest rumors, buzz and news in final two days to make deals (CBS Sports)
- 2026 NFL Trade Deadline Live Rumors, Updates and Analysis for November 9 (Bleacher Report)
- NFL trade rumors tracker: Live updates on news for Jonathan Taylor, Derrick Henry and more before 2026 deadline (The Sporting News via Yahoo Sports)
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