2026 NFL Draft: Six potential trades that could rock Round 1

Key Points:

• The Chargers are reportedly interested in acquiring Giants' star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence, who has requested a trade amid stalled contract extension talks, potentially offering their first-round pick and wide receiver Quentin Johnston as trade assets.
• The Dallas Cowboys may trade up to the No. 4 overall pick to select linebacker Sonny Styles, aiming to bolster their struggling defense after allowing the most points and passing yards last season.
• The New York Jets could use their 2026 draft capital to move up in the first round to select a wide receiver, possibly trading second-round picks to secure a top receiver amid high demand.
• The Detroit Lions are considering moving up from the 17th pick to draft offensive lineman Spencer Fano, hoping to pair him with Penei Sewell to strengthen their offensive line.
• The Cincinnati Bengals may trade up into the top five picks to draft a defensive playmaker, potentially targeting Ohio State’s Sonny Styles or Arvell Reese to address defensive weaknesses highlighted by quarterback Joe Burrow.
• The Las Vegas Raiders are interested in trading up from their second-round pick to select Indiana wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr., aiming to support their quarterback Fernando Mendoza with a familiar target.