As the NFL trade deadline approaches, whispers of a potential deal involving star wide receiver Davante Adams are growing louder. The Las Vegas Raiders’ prized possession is recovering from a hamstring injury, but teams are already circling, eager to snag the three-time All-Pro.
While Adams’ health remains a concern, with some speculating he may miss Week 6, interested teams are hesitant to make concrete offers, aware that the Raiders are using these proposals to gauge the market. The Raiders’ asking price? A second-round draft pick, plus additional compensation, which could include another draft pick or a player.
The New York Jets and New Orleans Saints are emerging as frontrunners, but they’re not alone. The Pittsburgh Steelers, Buffalo Bills, and Baltimore Ravens are also monitoring the situation, waiting for the perfect moment to pounce.
Adams’ social media activity has sparked rumors, with a recent post featuring Edgar Allan Poe leading some to believe the Ravens are making a move. However, sources close to the situation claim there’s been no contact between the Raiders and Ravens since early last week.
For now, Adams seems most drawn to the Jets and Saints. The Jets’ quarterback, Aaron Rodgers, has been actively recruiting his former Green Bay Packers teammate, and the prospect of reuniting is enticing. The Saints, meanwhile, offer the chance to reconnect with quarterback Derek Carr, whom Adams played with in Las Vegas and at Fresno State.
The Jets have the cap space to make a deal work, with over $17.1 million available, but they’ll need to navigate the complexities of Adams’ contract, which includes a hefty $36.25 million annual salary for the next two seasons. The Saints, masters of salary cap manipulation, would need to perform financial wizardry to fit Adams under their current $4.6 million cap.
As the trade deadline looms, one thing is certain: Davante Adams’ future is shrouded in uncertainty, with multiple teams vying for his services. Will he find a new home, or will the Raiders hold tight to their prized asset? Only time will tell.
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