Proposed NFL Trade Has Packers Acquire $19 Million Star Before Deadline

The Green Bay Packers are coming out of their bye week looking to get back on track after failing to win their last two games, prompting speculation that they might make another move for a playmaker before the NFL trade deadline.

The Packers are well-stocked at the wide receiver position ahead of Week 6’s matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals at home, especially after they opened the activation window for starter Christian Watson on Monday and welcomed him back to the practice field.

Even still, some NFL analysts remain convinced that the Packers must seek out another reliable veteran for their receiver room to make up for starter Jayden Reed’s prolonged injury absence. And with the New Orleans Saints slumping after a 1-4 start to the year, Sports Illustrated’s Matt Verderame believes their target should be star Chris Olave.

Verderame proposed that the Packers trade their 2026 second-round pick to the Saints in exchange for Olave, who put up 1,000 receiving yards in each of his first two seasons.

“Jordan Love needs another reliable playmaker, especially with Jayden Reed sidelined due to injury and rookie Matthew Golden still finding his footing in the NFL,” Verderame wrote last week. “A trade for Olave would stretch the field for Love and extend the playbook for coach Matt LaFleur. Olave has 26 catches for 184 yards and one touchdown this season.”

Chris Olave Trade Makes Less Sense After 2025 Draft

Olave — the No. 11 overall pick in 2022 — is a talented receiver who would improve the firepower of the Packers offense. Earlier this year, it would have also made a lot of sense for the Packers to target him in a trade when they were still seeking more pass-catchers.

After the 2025 draft, though, the Packers have little reason to make a receiver trade.

In the spring, the Packers broke their decades-long trend of not selecting a receiver in the first round of the NFL draft when they selected Golden — a standout at Texas — with the No. 23 overall pick. They also circled back to the receiver position for TCU’s Savion Williams in the third round, significantly improving the quality of their position group.

While neither Golden nor Williams had their breakout moment through the first four games of the 2025 season, it is far too early for the Packers to be scrambling for more help, especially with Romeo Doubs, Dontayvion Wicks and tight end Tucker Kraft in place to offer Love more reliable and experienced targets in the passing game.

Additionally, Olave is not quite the knock-out trade target that Verderame pitched him to be. He has been impressively consistent for the Saints when healthy, catching 244 passes for 2,809 yards in 44 career games, but “when healthy” is an essential phrase. Olave played just four games in 2024 due to an injury, and he dealt with concussions a whopping 

That’s a considerable red flag for a receiver who will cost roughly $15.49 million against the salary cap in 2026 — and plenty of reason alone for the Packers not to target him.

Could Packers Make WR Trade … to Offload a Talent?

The Packers seem highly unlikely to make a trade for another wide receiver in 2025, but could they consider trading one away

At the very least, it is more realistic than a trade for Olave.

The Packers are once again looking at a crowded receiver picture with Watson back at practice this week. Once he returns to the roster, they will need to figure out how best to divvy up the reps among Doubs, Watson, Wicks, Golden and Williams — and that only gets more challenging for them when Reed returns to the mix later on in the season.

While the Packers won’t want to jump the gun, there is logic in them offloading one of their wide receivers before the deadline. Doubs is the most likely candidate, given that he is in the midst of a contract year, but he has been Love’s most reliable receiver over the first four games. A strong offer could persuade them to trade him away, but it would almost certainly take a Day 2 pick for the Packers to even consider dealing away Doubs.

Alternatively, Wicks could make more sense. He has another season left on his rookie deal, but the Packers already have Reed, Golden, Williams and Watson signed for 2026. If the right offer comes in, the Packers could justify offloading Wicks at the deadline.

MLB Insider Urges Red Sox to Make Bold Move for Pete Alonso in Free Agency

Boston, MA – As the Boston Red Sox prepare for the offseason, one of the most pressing questions remains: how can they rebuild a roster that fell short of playoff contention in 2025? MLB insider Rob Bradford has made a bold suggestion, urging the team to target one of the most potent power hitters on the market this winter—Pete Alonso.

Alonso, the New York Mets' slugging first baseman, is poised to become a free agent after exercising an opt-out clause in his contract. The 29-year-old has been a consistent force in the batter's box, smacking 38 home runs and driving in 126 RBIs in 2025, and Bradford believes that Alonso would be an ideal fit for the Red Sox’s lineup as they look to bolster their offense for the future.

“I think Pete Alonso is the perfect addition for the Red Sox,” Bradford stated. “He’s a guy who can deliver consistent power, drive in runs, and give the team the protection it needs in the middle of the lineup. Alonso doesn’t just hit home runs—he’s a player who thrives in pressure situations and brings a level of intensity that this team could use.”

Bradford went on to explain that while Alonso may not be as flashy as some of the other high-profile free agents, such as Juan Soto, his ability to hit for power and his leadership qualities make him a strong fit for a team in need of a spark. “This isn’t about the biggest name, this is about the right fit,” Bradford said. “Alonso is just the kind of player that the Red Sox need—a proven hitter with power who can step in and make an immediate impact.”

Red Sox’s Need for Power

The Red Sox, who ranked 14th in the American League in home runs in 2025, struggled with offensive consistency throughout the year. The addition of a slugger like Alonso would immediately address that issue, providing the Red Sox with a reliable power bat in the heart of the order. A proven run producer, Alonso could anchor the Red Sox lineup alongside players like Rafael Devers, giving Boston a formidable offensive core to build around.

However, adding Alonso will not come easy. The slugger is expected to have several suitors, including the Houston Astros, New York Yankees, San Francisco Giants, Seattle Mariners, and Texas Rangers. Each of these teams could offer Alonso a significant contract and a chance to compete for a championship, making it clear that the Red Sox will need to be aggressive in their pursuit of the star first baseman.

A Key Move for the Future

If the Red Sox want to return to championship contention in the near future, signing Alonso could be a game-changing move. His presence would not only stabilize the middle of their lineup but also send a clear message to fans that the team is serious about competing in 2026 and beyond. The Red Sox have the financial resources to make a competitive offer, but whether they can lure Alonso away from other contenders remains to be seen.

In the coming weeks, the Red Sox front office will likely be making their pitch to Alonso, hoping that his power and leadership can help restore Boston to its rightful place among the league’s elite teams. With the right moves in free agency, including a potential deal for Alonso, the Red Sox could soon find themselves back in the thick of the playoff hunt.

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