As NFL teams prepare for the upcoming 2024 season, front offices are actively engaging in trade talks to improve their rosters before the regular season kicks off. The first trade of the preseason occurred on August 9 between the Vikings and Cowboys, involving a swap of depth cornerbacks.
The Minnesota Vikings acquired cornerback Nahshon Wright from the Dallas Cowboys in exchange for cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. Booth, who was the No. 42 pick in the 2022 draft, saw limited playing time with the Vikings, appearing in only 11% of the team’s defensive snaps over the past two seasons. On the other hand, Wright, a third-round pick in 2021, has played in 22 games with three starts and one interception.
One of the key players generating trade buzz is San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. Despite interest from teams like the New England Patriots, Cleveland Browns, and Pittsburgh Steelers, the Patriots have decided not to pursue a trade for Aiyuk after exploring his availability. The 49ers are reportedly open to listening to offers for Aiyuk, sparking speculation about potential landing spots for the star receiver.
As the preseason progresses, more trades and deals are expected to take place as teams fine-tune their rosters for the upcoming season. It will be interesting to see which teams make bold moves to strengthen their lineups and address areas of need before the regular season gets underway. Stay tuned for more updates on preseason trades and the latest NFL buzz as teams continue to explore potential deals to bolster their squads.