6 Big NFL Trades We Want To See: Trade Deadline Preview w/ Gregg Rosenthal

Cowboys–Eagles: Dallas Wins 38–21

The Cowboys’ offense gathered momentum and finished with a convincing 38–21 win over Philadelphia. Saquon Barkley broke off a big run on the Eagles’ opening drive, then appeared to pull up hurt, though he stayed in the game. Tanner McKee helped Philadelphia put 21 points on the board, but Dallas took control as Dak Prescott and the offense found more ways to attack.

Dallas spread the ball among George Pickens, CeeDee Lamb, and Ryan Flournoy, while Javonte Williams ran for 150 yards—the Cowboys’ first 150-yard rusher since Ezekiel Elliott in 2018. In the second quarter, Prescott hit Lamb on a double move before halftime, part of a more aggressive passing attack. Dallas also repeatedly targeted cornerback Riq Woolen.

The hosts praised Prescott’s performance, while noting that the Eagles’ defense and crowd seemed unusually flat. Philadelphia’s loss was its fifth straight.

Seahawks Trade for Quenton Nelson

During the show, Adam Schefter reported that Seattle had acquired eight-time Pro Bowl guard Quenton Nelson from Indianapolis. The Seahawks sent the Colts a 2027 third-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick.

The hosts called it a strong move to shore up Seattle’s offensive line and protect Sam Darnold, while noting that Seattle would likely need to sign Nelson to a longer-term deal.

Trade Ideas Discussed

These were proposed deadline moves, not reported completed trades:

• Greg Rosenthal: Send Chargers edge rusher Tuli Tuipulotu to the 49ers for a second-round pick and a possible conditional fourth. Rosenthal thought Tuipulotu could add pass-rush depth and fit San Francisco’s defensive front.
• Nate Tice: Send Titans running back Tony Pollard to Minnesota for a Day 3 pick, giving the Vikings more spark in the run game.
• Greg Rosenthal: Send Jaguars receiver Brian Thomas Jr. to Baltimore, potentially for a second-round pick. He also discussed the Rams as a fit and mentioned Kansas City as another possibility.
• Nate Tice: Send Cardinals safety Budda Baker to Buffalo for a mid-round pick, and Colts defensive tackle Grover Stewart to Buffalo for a Day 3 pick. Both ideas were aimed at bolstering the Bills’ defense.
• Greg Rosenthal: Move Eagles defensive tackle Moro Ojomo to Jacksonville and edge rusher Jonathan Greenard to Kansas City.
• Nate Tice: Send Panthers tight end J’Tavion Sanders to the Chiefs for a Day 3 pick. He also floated Commanders tight end John Bates as a blocking-focused option.

They also discussed possible running-back destinations for other contenders, including Saquon Barkley and Jonathan Taylor, and wondered whether the Jets might consider moving Breece Hall.

Teams They’re Enjoying Watching

Rosenthal singled out the Steelers, praising their defensive front, Zack Frazier’s work at center, and the improved coaching, while saying Aaron Rodgers still shows flashes of his old brilliance.

Tice’s main pick was the Dolphins’ offense, pointing to young receivers Caleb Douglas and Chris Bell, Malik Willis’s strong recent outing, and some promising offensive-line play.

They also praised the Browns’ young talent, Atlanta’s defense, and some of Colts coach Shane Steichen’s offensive designs.

Presenters: Nate Tice and Gregg Rosenthal Source cited in the show: Adam Schefter, reporting the Quenton Nelson trade