NFL Rumors: Commanders, Colts, Bucs, Saints, Panthers, Steelers to Pursue QB Trades

The trade market for quarterbacks is expected to be strong.

According to The Athletic's Jeff Howe, the Washington Commanders have already inquired about every quarterback who might be available. The early digging is a sign that they will be aggressive in their attempt to upgrade the position.

According to sources, the Indianapolis Colts, New Orleans Saints, Carolina Panthers, and PittsburghSteelers also figure to be careful.

Who might be available?

Howe reported that several teams have expressed some level of interest in acquiring Rodgers if he chooses to leave Green Bay.

There are other veteran quarterbacks who could be on the market. Howe noted that teams are keeping an eye on Deshaun Watson's legal situation, and that they would kick the tires on Russell Wilson's availability.

Unless Wilson demands a move or plays hardball with any future contract discussions, the Seahawks don't intend to trade Wilson.

The San Francisco 49ers would explore trade options to move on from Jimmy Garoppolo, according to Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network.

The New Orleans Saints appear to be comfortable with the possibility of re-signing Jameis Winston, who is the top option available in free agency.

There are just four quarterbacks on the list of the top 50 prospects in the draft.

While quarterbacks are traditionally over-drafted and a few of these players will likely come off the board in the first round, there doesn't appear to be a can't-miss prospect out of the bunch.

A number of teams still need a quarterback upgrade.

• Washington got mediocre play from Taylor Heinicke (3,419 yards, 20 touchdowns, 15 interceptions) this past season.
• ESPN's Chris Mortensen reported earlier in February that the Colts would likely trade or release Carson Wentz after an up-and-down 2021 season. 
• The Bucs and Steelers are looking to replace retired quarterbacks Tom Brady and Ben Roethlisberger, respectively.
• It wouldn't be surprising to see the Panthers try to improve upon Sam Darnold or the Denver Broncos upgrade from Teddy Bridgewater, who's a free agent, or Drew Lock. 
• Are the Philadelphia Eagles completely sold on Jalen Hurts as the long-term answer? An Eagles team building around young talent probably doesn't have to answer that question just yet, though if a talented veteran becomes available, they have three first-round picks in the 2022 draft to build a trade package around. 

It is easy to see a scenario where multiple quarterbacks are traded. The potential trade market is more likely to center around players like Garoppolo and Wentz if Rodgers and Wilson decide to stay.