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5 NFL Trades That Could Happen Before the Deadline

5 Potential 2014 NFL Trades

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Almost out of nowhere, the Seattle Seahawks recently traded WR Percy Harvin to the New York Jets. The Oct. 28 4 p.m. ET trade deadline is right around the corner. The NFL doesn’t always see blockbuster trades before the deadline, but these five deals are still possible before next week's deadline.

5. Buffalo Bills WR Mike Williams to New York Giants

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5. Buffalo Bills WR Mike Williams to New York Giants

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The Bills aren’t calling teams to shop Williams, who is in his first season with the team, but with Robert Woods replacing him in the starting lineup, the Bills are probably at least willing to listen to offers. With Victor Cruz lost for the season and the lack of depth they have at WR, the Giants are a possible trade partner, as long as William’s contract (owed more than $ 20 million through 2019) can be worked around.

4. Cincinnati Bengals TE Jermaine Gresham to Packers, Falcons, Giants or Seahawks

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4. Cincinnati Bengals TE Jermaine Gresham to Packers, Falcons, Giants or Seahawks

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This would mean Kevin Brock and Ryan Hewitt would be their only two TEs until Tyler Eifert returns from IR (eligible to play his first game Nov. 6). But Gresham has recorded only 14 receptions for 129 yards and zero TDs this season, and he’ll be a free agent at season’s end. Possible landing spots for Gresham are the Packers, Falcons, Giants or Seahawks, who tried to land Jordan Cameron (Browns) and Julius Thomas (Broncos) via the Harvin trade.

3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Vincent Jackson to Patriots, Seahawks or Chiefs

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3. Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Vincent Jackson to Patriots, Seahawks or Chiefs

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At 6-foot-5 and 230 pounds, Jackson is a tough matchup for smaller DBs. In 2014 he has amassed 344 yards and two TDs on 25 catches, despite inconsistent QB play. In each of his first two seasons with the Bucs he had more 1,200 yards and seven TDs. The Bucs might not be actively shopping him, but at 1-5, 2014 is over and they have rookie Mike Evans ready to go. The Patriots, Seahawks and Chiefs could be interested in trading for Jackson.

2. Detroit Lions DT Ndamukong Suh to Giants, Jets, Bears or Cowboys

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2. Detroit Lions DT Ndamukong Suh to Giants, Jets, Bears or Cowboys

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The Lions are tied with the Packers for the lead in the NFC North and their defense is a big part of the reason. Their defense is ranked 7th against the pass and second against the run. Suh’s 2015 contract will automatically void five days after the Super Bowl, and he and the Lions have been unable to come to terms on a new deal. His going to a team in New York or the Bears or Cowboys would allow him to grow his brand.

1. Miami Dolphins DE Cameron Wake to Cowboys

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1. Miami Dolphins DE Cameron Wake to Cowboys

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The Cowboys’ offensive line has looked good, Tony Romo hasn’t thrown any soul-crushing fourth quarter INTs and DeMarco Murray may be the MVP right now. Their defense, while improved, is not as great as some people think. The offense is sustaining drives while the defense, thanks in part to the release of DeMarcus Ware this offseason, is struggling to get pressure on opposing QBs. The Cowboys acquiring Wake would help their pass rush.

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