The NFL calendar continues to move toward June, when we'll see all teams in action. Players reporting and participating in mandatory minicamp will make headlines based on who is there and who isn't. There is always a possibility of further injury.
Dissatisfying relationships and ailing ligaments could inspire more trade and free agency activity. Not to mention the all-important June 1st, which could bring a flurry of activity on the markets for two high-profile wide receivers. Add it all up, and we've created a list of seven NFL players who could be traded in June.
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garrett bradbury
When the Bears traded a fifth-round pick for Garrett Bradbury, it was because their 27-year-old Pro Bowl center Drew Dallman had retired three days earlier. Circumstances have changed since the Bears selected Iowa's Logan Jones in the second round of the 2026 NFL Draft in April. Now, if Jones looks ready to start, the Bears could look to recoup his draft compensation or something close to it.
brandon ayuk
If the 49ers trade or cut former All-Pro Brandon Aiyuk to another team before June 1, they will incur a dead cap charge of $29.5 million with a savings of only $14.9 million. They have been incredibly stubborn so far, indicating that they will not bite him and get nothing in return except a larger bill. Meanwhile, more flexibility is available after June 1, where the 49ers will only face an $8.3 million dead cap penalty, saving $6.3 million. The Commanders have been the most popular landing spot, as he would be able to reunite with his former college QB Jayden Daniels.
Anthony Richardson
It doesn't seem like the Colts are planning on trading former No. 4 pick Anthony Richardson in the near future. However, an injury to a starter or even a top backup could prompt a strong trade offer. Or perhaps the Colts are starting to really like what they see in 23-year-old Riley Leonard, enough to move over as the backup to Richardson.
Kayvon Thibodeaux
The Giants are almost at an embarrassment of riches at the pass-rusher position. About. While former first-round pick Kayvon Thibodeaux will certainly have an important role as the third/situational edge player behind Brian Burns and Abdul Carter, he is also entering the final year of his contract. The Giants may be able to generate a good trade return while doing the 25-year-old a favor by finding him a starting opportunity elsewhere.
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Alvin Kamara
The Saints really don't need Alvin Kamara anymore. He certainly won't play nearly the same role he did before signing a four-year, $48 million contract with Travis Etienne. The players' skills essentially match each other, meaning Kamara will have more luck in the same role he is used to in a different environment.
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passion sweat
The Cardinals have come into voluntary OTAs, but one of their best players, Josh Sweat, is not in attendance. He is not hurt. According to team insider Kyle Odegaard, Sweat is not "happy" with the team. But no one has revealed why this is so. Ranking 21st in contract value among edge rushers is likely part of the reason, especially after recording a career-high four forced fumbles and 12 sacks.
aj brown
The NFL's best-kept secret is that the Eagles are planning to trade Pro Bowl receiver AJ Brown. In fact, at this point it is "somewhat understood". Most expect Brown to stay in New England with his former head coach Mike Vrabel, but that can't be certain.
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