The NFL trade deadline always brings drama, rumors and plenty of disappointed fans.
Contenders are looking for that missing piece, while struggling teams may decide it's time to collect draft picks and start planning for next season. The problem is that not every big-name acquisition works out.
Sometimes a general manager gets so desperate to make a splash that he gives away far too much for a player who doesn't fit the system. Draft picks are valuable, and throwing them away for a short-term gamble can backfire badly.
Which NFL team needs to make a trade, and who should resist the temptation to sacrifice valuable draft picks?
Contenders are looking for that missing piece, while struggling teams may decide it's time to collect draft picks and start planning for next season. The problem is that not every big-name acquisition works out.
Sometimes a general manager gets so desperate to make a splash that he gives away far too much for a player who doesn't fit the system. Draft picks are valuable, and throwing them away for a short-term gamble can backfire badly.
Which NFL team needs to make a trade, and who should resist the temptation to sacrifice valuable draft picks?
