We all know that trades are uncommon in the NFL, but they do happen on occasion and that means the rumors can't be completely ignored. Where there's smoke, sometimes at least, there's fire.
The big names that keep popping up in mid-October are a trio of pass catchers. In the video above, we explore talks swirling around the Cleveland Browns' Josh Gordon, along with Hakeem Nicks of the New York Giants and Falcons TE Tony Gonzalez.
The Browns have denied any interest in moving Gordon, and Gonzalez has come out and expressed his loyalty to the Falcons and his fans in the ATL. Nicks claims to know nothing about any trades, but there is a report from the always creative New York media that the Giants would be "willing to listen" to offers for the wide receiver.
The San Francisco 49ers and New England Patriots are two competitive teams with a need to upgrade at the position.
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