La Canfora Rates Taylor Trade at 10/10 as NFL Deadline Looms
NFL insider Jason La Canfora ranks four potential blockbuster trades ahead of the November 10 deadline, with Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor rated as the most likely move. While La Canfora assigns a 10/10 likelihood to Taylor’s departure, he rates Maxx Crosby at 8/10, Garrett Wilson at 6/10, and Justin Herbert at 3/10. The analysis highlights how failing franchises are selling assets to desperate contenders, despite public narratives suggesting certain stars are untouchable.
Key points
- Jonathan Taylor is rated 10/10 for a trade, with Green Bay and New York cited as likely destinations.
- Maxx Crosby is rated 8/10, with debate over whether two first-round picks will be offered.
- Garrett Wilson is rated 6/10, with sources suggesting the Jets could secure an overpay from a desperate team.
- Justin Herbert is rated 3/10, with La Canfora suggesting he is more likely to be dangled before the draft than traded now.
Background
The 2026 NFL trade deadline is set for November 10. Recent activity includes the Chicago Bears acquiring defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons from the Tennessee Titans in a deal involving two first-round picks, signaling a high-value market for elite players despite some teams' poor records.
How outlets are covering it
La Canfora emphasizes that 'untouchable' narratives are often used to drive up asset prices, noting that even legends like Joe Montana have been traded. He contrasts the high likelihood of Taylor’s move with the lower probability of Herbert’s trade, suggesting Herbert’s value may be better preserved for the draft. NFL.com’s Bucky Brooks offers a broader market view, identifying Taylor as a hot commodity due to the Colts’ rebuilding phase, while also highlighting other candidates like Brian Thomas Jr. and Jordyn Brooks. La Canfora’s focus on specific likelihood scores contrasts with Brooks’ broader list of potential landing spots for multiple players.
Why it matters
The trade deadline will reshape rosters for the 2026 playoffs, with contenders seeking proven veterans to address immediate needs. The movement of elite players like Taylor and Crosby could significantly impact divisional races and long-term team trajectories.
What to watch
Teams will continue negotiating ahead of the November 10 deadline, with potential moves for Taylor, Crosby, Wilson, and Herbert likely to dominate headlines. Contenders may prioritize securing high-impact players to bolster playoff chances, while rebuilding teams may seek draft capital.
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- 2026 NFL trade deadline: Potential landing spots for RB Jonathan Taylor, S Budda Baker and more NFL.com
- 2026 NFL Trade Deadline Rumors: Could Derrick Henry, Jonathan Taylor or Brian Thomas Jr. Be Traded? Yahoo Sports
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