6 potential Patriots targets ahead of the NFL trade deadline
Pats Pulpit • • sports
Key Points:
- The New England Patriots, currently 5-4, see themselves as contenders and are looking to improve their roster before the NFL trade deadline at 4 p.m. ET on Nov. 10, despite a recent tough loss.
- The Patriots are unlikely to make major investments due to trading away their 2028 first-round pick but have additional Day 3 draft picks to add depth.
- Potential trade targets include defensive linemen Roy Lopez and Dalvin Tomlinson to bolster the run defense, and edge rushers Zaven Collins and Nolan Smith to enhance pass-rushing capabilities.
- Cornerback Jonathan Jones, a former Patriot now with the Eagles, could be targeted to address injuries and depth issues in New England’s secondary.
- While focused on competing this season, the Patriots may consider trading veterans to acquire more draft capital and younger players, with bigger roster moves potentially planned for the offseason.
