If the 2022 NFL offseason is any indication, the draft could be chock-full of not only picks but trades. After a frenzied free agency that saw plenty of big names moved, it’s possible this year’s rookies will enter amid more wheeling and dealing, with several teams owning multiple first-round picks and a haze of general uncertainty clouding the top of the class.
But which teams are primed to move? Here’s a look at clubs most likely to trade up or down at the start of the draft:
Most likely to trade up
Chiefs
Top picks: Nos. 29, 30, 50, 62
After dealing Tyreek Hill, they’re still in the market for receiver help. Armed with two late firsts, they could easily try to move into the teens to secure one of the draft’s top pass-catchers, keeping Patrick Mahomes’ arsenal strong for another title push.
Eagles
Top picks: Nos. 15, 18, 51
They’re just as likely to move down as they are up, but either way, general manager Howie Roseman loves to work the phones. With an additional 2023 first in their pocket, they may justify a leap to get a premium starter at WR, edge rusher or defensive back.
Packers
Top picks: Nos. 22, 28, 53, 59
Much like the Chiefs, they sold their elite receiver and must now invest in the position, for Aaron Rodgers’ sake. Standing pat and addressing two needs on Day One isn’t out of the question, but this might be the time for Brian Gutekunst to get aggressive. It’s very possible one of the top three or four WR prospects will be within a few picks’ reach.
Saints
Top picks: Nos. 16, 19, 49
Perhaps their pre-draft trade with the Eagles, to add an extra first, was solely a play to ensure they add two potential starters to a team they still view as playoff-caliber. It’s just as possible they’re gearing up for a follow-up move, either to make a splash at QB or on defense, a la their move up for Marcus Davenport in 2018.
Seahawks
Top picks: Nos. 9, 40, 41
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