The 2025 NFL trade deadline is nearing, and the New England Patriots might be approaching it differently than the last few seasons. After all, they are well on their way to returning to the playoffs after a three-year absence.
Despite their 6-2 record, however, there is no guarantee they fall into the “buyers” camp this time around. With some players underperforming relative to expectation or past showings, they very well might also be willing to part ways with some of their talent before the trading window closes on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 4 p.m. ET.
One thing seems certain, though. The Patriots under Mike Vrabel, Eliot Wolf and Ryan Cowden are not afraid of making unconventional-looking moves or being active on the trade market. So far this year, after all, they already parted ways with some established veterans, were aggressive in their pursuit of free agency talent, and traded away three of their players (DT Davon Godchaux, QB Joe Milton III, WR Ja’Lynn Polk).
What will they do with the trade deadline coming up? Time will tell, but we will have you covered regardless. Welcome to this year’s version of our Patriots Trade Deadline Tracker.
ED Keion White to 49ers: A second-round pick in 2023, White entered training camp as a starter along the Patriots’ defensive edge. However, he slid down the depth chart and played a minimal role during the 2025 season so far. He is now being sent to San Francisco alongside a seventh-round draft pick for a 2026 sixth-rounder. | News | Grade | Analysis
S Kyle Dugger to Steelers: A former starting safety and team captain, Dugger fell out of favor following the arrival of new head coach Mike Vrabel. He lost his starting job over the summer and after finding himself relegated to backup and special teams duty has now been moved off the team entirely. The Patriots are getting a sixth-round pick in 2026 for Dugger and a seventh-rounder. | News | Grade | Analysis
Patriots news and rumors tracker
Latest developments at the top.
The Patriots are going to pay most of Kyle Dugger’s salary for the remainder of the 2025 season. | Link
Patriots signing: The Patriots are expected to sign safety John Saunders Jr. off the Dolphins’ practice squad to fill one of their open roster spots.
Patriots trade: Kyle Dugger has been traded to the Steelers, per multiple reports. | Link
Even after trading Keion White, the Patriots are expected to keep selling and buying on the trade market. | Link
Patriots trade: Keion White has been traded to the 49ers, per multiple reports. | Link
Adam Schefter “would bet” Kyle Dugger gets move by the Patriots ahead of the trade deadline. | Link
ESPN insider Adam Schefter “could see the Patriots making a move” and mentions defensive back, running back and wide receiver as positions they might target. | Link
Former starting edge Keion White has been made a surprise game day inactive ahead of the trade deadline. | Link
A “veteran edge rusher” might be on the Patriots’ radar, according to ESPN’s Mike Reiss. | Link
Cornerback and pass rush are among the Patriots’ potential targets on the trade market. | Link