James Conner Joins Cowboys, Michael Mayer Headed to Colts in Latest Post-Draft Moves

James Conner to Cowboys, Michael Mayer to Colts, and More Post-Draft Moves



The 2024 NFL Draft provided an opportunity for all teams in the league to improve their rosters, but it also opened up the possibility of trades involving some NFL veterans. With training camps approaching, teams with surplus players may be looking to make moves. Here are 10 potential NFL trades to keep an eye on in the coming weeks.

**Cowboys Land James Conner From Cardinals**

Cowboys acquire: RB James Conner
Cardinals acquire: 2025 sixth-round pick

Despite not drafting a running back, the Cowboys opted to bring back Ezekiel Elliott on a one-year deal. However, with concerns about Elliott’s workload, Dallas could benefit from adding a player like Conner, who could share the backfield duties.

**Ravens Add Receiving Help for Lamar Jackson**

Ravens acquire: WR Jauan Jennings
49ers acquire: 2025 fifth-round pick

With a crowded wide receiver room in San Francisco, Jennings could be a trade candidate to bolster the Ravens’ passing game alongside their existing options.

**Raiders Send Michael Mayer to Colts**

Colts acquire: TE Michael Mayer, 2025 sixth-round pick
Raiders acquire: 2025 second-round pick

With the addition of Brock Bowers in the draft, the Raiders could consider moving Mayer to the Colts, who are looking for a middle-of-the-field weapon.

**Titans Grab Surplus OL From Chargers**

Titans acquire: OT Trey Pipkins III
Chargers acquire: 2025 fifth-round pick

After missing out on a top offensive tackle in the draft, the Titans could look to acquire Pipkins from the Chargers to solidify their offensive line.

**Commanders Find a Temporary Left Tackle Solution**

Commanders acquire: OT Dan Moore Jr.
Steelers acquire: Conditional 2025 sixth-round pick

With a rookie quarterback in Jayden Daniels, the Commanders may want to add depth to their offensive line by trading for Moore from the Steelers.

**Dolphins Bolster Interior Offensive Line**

Dolphins acquire: OL Robert Hainsey
Buccaneers acquire: 2025 seventh-round pick

Hainsey could provide an upgrade for the Dolphins in the interior offensive line, offering depth at guard and center positions.

**DT Jonathan Allen Joins the Cardinals**

Cardinals acquire: DT Jonathan Allen
Commanders acquire: 2025 fourth-round pick, 2026 fifth-round pick

With depth at the defensive tackle position, the Commanders could consider moving Allen to the Cardinals, who have cap space to absorb his contract.

**Lions Acquire Another Pass Rusher**

Lions acquire: DL Dre’Mont Jones
Seahawks acquire: Conditional 2025 fifth-round pick

Jones could give the Lions additional pass rush capability, complementing their existing defensive line.

**Bears Fill EDGE Void with Baron Browning**

Bears acquire: EDGE Baron Browning
Broncos acquire: 2025 fifth-round pick, OT Larry Borom

Adding Browning to their defense could help the Bears improve their pass rush alongside Montez Sweat.

**Saints Dump Marshon Lattimore’s Contract**

Raiders acquire: CB Marshon Lattimore
Saints acquire: Conditional 2025 fifth-round pick

The Saints’ draft pick of Kool-Aid McKinstry could signal a potential trade involving Lattimore, with the Raiders possibly interested in acquiring the cornerback.