NFL Trade Deadline 2025: Every Deal, Grade & Who Won November 4
The clock struck 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, slamming shut the NFL’s mid-season swap meet. Thirteen trades crossed the wire since October—fewer blockbusters than 2024 but enough chess moves to tilt playoff brackets. The Philadelphia Eagles played Howie Roseman roulette, landing three defensive studs. The New England Patriots cashed in veterans for Day 3 picks. Contenders patched holes; rebuilders stacked 2026 ammo. Below is the full ledger, instant grades, and who leaves the deadline stronger—or lighter.
Deadline Day Fireworks: The Big Splashes
Eagles land EDGE Jaelan Phillips from Dolphins
Trade: MIA → PHI: Phillips
PHI → MIA: 2026 third-round pick
Grade: A (Eagles) | B- (Dolphins)
Phillips, 26, posts 8.5 sacks in eight games before Miami’s 2-6 spiral. Pair him with Josh Sweat and rookie Nolan Smith—Philly’s pass rush jumps from 23rd to top-8 overnight.
Eagles add CB Jaire Alexander from Ravens
Trade: BAL → PHI: Alexander + 2027 7th
PHI → BAL: 2026 6th
Grade: A- (Eagles) | C+ (Ravens)
Two-time Pro Bowler slots opposite Darius Slay. Vic Fangio now has lockdown corners for January.
Eagles snag CB Michael Carter II from Jets
Trade: NYJ → PHI: Carter II + 2027 7th
PHI → NYJ: WR John Metchie III + 2027 6th
Grade: B+ (Eagles) | B (Jets)
Nickel specialist upgrades the slot; Metchie gives Jets a speed flier.
Patriots Fire Sale: Future Picks Over Present Pain
Steelers acquire S Kyle Dugger
PAT → PIT: Dugger + 2027 7th
PIT → PAT: 2026 6th
Grade: B (Steelers) | C (Patriots)
49ers land DE Keion White
PAT → SF: White + 2026 7th
SF → PAT: 2026 6th
Grade: B+ (49ers) | C (Patriots)
Depth & Draft Swaps
| Trade | Details | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Rams → Titans | CB Roger McCreary ↔ 2026 5th & 6th swap | B (Rams) |
| Browns → Bengals | QB Joe Flacco + 2026 6th ↔ 2025 5th | B- (Bengals) |
Winners & Losers
WINNER: Philadelphia Eagles
Howie Roseman turned three mid-round picks into a playoff-ready secondary + pass rush. NFC East favorite just got scarier.
LOSER: Miami Dolphins
One third-rounder for Phillips feels light. 2-6 record forced the fire sale, but the rebuild cupboard looks bare.
WINNER: San Francisco 49ers
White opposite Nick Bosa on a rookie deal? Nick Sorensen’s defense breathes again.
LOSER: New England Patriots
Two Day 3 picks for Dugger + White signals full tank mode. Fans wanted fireworks; got sparklers.
What It Means for January
- Eagles now project 12.1 wins (ESPN FPI) — clear NFC favorite.
- 49ers climb to 68% playoff odds.
- Dolphins drop to 4%; 2026 comp picks loom.
- Steelers secondary gets physical for Lamar showdowns.
Quiet Giants: Who Stayed Put
Myles Garrett, Maxx Crosby, Trey Hendrickson, Breece Hall, Jaylen Waddle — all rumored, none moved. GMs played it safe; no Christian McCaffrey-level shockers.
The deadline dust settles, but the playoff picture just sharpened. Circle December 7: Eagles-49ers could preview the NFC title game. For now, Roseman’s phone finally stops ringing.