A blockbuster three-team trade proposal has major impact on the Packers, Raiders, and Giants overnight originally appeared on A to Z Sports.
While NBA teams are discussing a potential seven-team trade, the NFL is certainly much more conservative. And while insane moves like that are unrealistic in football, three-team trades are not exactly impossible. With more progressive and aggressive general managers recently, plus different needs and value perceptions from each team, a bigger negotiation seems viable.
This is what we are trying to do here. It’s a big trade proposal that would involve the Green Bay Packers, the Las Vegas Raiders, and the New York Giants. All would get exactly what they need.
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Trade termsWhy it makes sense for the Packers
The Packers didn’t invest much in the edge defender position this offseason, despite underwhelming production from the group in 2024. Even though general manager Brian Gutekunst is not exactly aggressive in the trade market, Kayvon Thibodeaux is the type of player he would consider. The edge rusher is young, plays at a premium position, is a former top-5 pick, and has a track record of solid production in the NFL. The Packers would absorb $4.978 million in 2025 and $14.751 million in 2026, which is an excellent value.
Parting ways with Romeo Doubs might not be an easy decision, but he’s entering the final year of his rookie deal, the Packers haven’t wanted to give him an early extension, and his ceiling is limited. To make things fair, Green Bay would also send the Giants a fourth-round pick, but that’s still a great net value to the roster. — Wendell Ferreira
Why it makes sense for the Giants
Once the Giants drafted Abdul Carter, things got cloudy regarding Kayvon Thibodeaux’s future with the team due to their financial backing of Brian Burns and the front office choosing to use a premium selection with the third overall pick in the draft. Over the past three seasons, Thibodeaux has started in all 43 games he has appeared in. I wouldn’t be shocked at all come training camp if the young edge rusher got frustrated with his new rotational role and wanted a fresh start elsewhere.
In this trade, the Giants would net tight end Michael Mayer, who had flashes of being a solid playmaker during his rookie year, but saw his snaps diminish drastically after the Raiders’ decision to draft Brock Bowers in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft. So, he needs a fresh start. With the Giants electing to draft quarterback Jaxson Dart in the first round of this year’s draft, they need to add more playmakers on the offensive side of the ball to make his life easier—whenever he’s given the keys to the starting job. On top of it, getting a fourth-round pick from Green Bay could certainly make the Giants seriously consider this deal. If Thibodeaux publicly requests a trade later, their potential return in a trade could very well be a fourth- or fifth-round pick by itself. — Destin Adams
Why it makes sense for the Raiders
A move like this one makes plenty of sense for the Las Vegas Raiders. When you look at their depth chart on offense, Brock Bowers headlines the group of pass catchers, WR or TE. Michael Mayer and veteran Ian Thomas are the most notable tight ends behind him. While Thomas hasn’t been incredibly exciting during his NFL career, having him as depth is a nice spot to be in at TE. He’s a very capable backup.
Meanwhile at wide receiver, there’s plenty of unknown. Jakobi Meyers is a consistent target, but behind him? Plenty of question marks. Tre Tucker had some bright moments a season ago, but his small frame limits his ability on the outside in some scenarios. Rookies Jack Bech and Dont’e Thornton are both expected to play a role in their first season, and one of them is projected to start as of now for LV. That’s a lot of pressure on the rookies.
Adding Romeo Doubs to that room is a smart swap in the case of Mayer simply due to the need of another proven WR with stature and downfield ability. Geno Smith has shown he can find guys on deep throws over the past few seasons in Seattle. Doubs adds some juice to the unit that Mayer simply can’t, and Brock Bowers needs to be on the field as much as possible. Vegas’ stance on moving Mayer has shifted in recent weeks. Offensive coordinator Chip Kelly sees a role for him this season, and trading him doesn’t feel as likely as it did when the offseason began for the Raiders. Regardless, this sort of trade would still have notable benefits for Las Vegas—if they chose to make it happen. — Adam Holt
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This story was originally reported by A to Z Sports on Jul 3, 2025, where it first appeared.