{"id":253003,"date":"2025-11-01T09:05:22","date_gmt":"2025-11-01T13:05:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/?p=253003"},"modified":"2025-11-01T09:05:22","modified_gmt":"2025-11-01T13:05:22","slug":"top-5-kevin-zeitler-trade-destinations","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/nfl\/2025\/11\/01\/top-5-kevin-zeitler-trade-destinations\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 5 Trade Destinations For Best Available Offensive Lineman, Ranked"},"content":{"rendered":"

Good offensive linemen are rarely available at the trade deadline, but Tennessee Titans guard Kevin Zeitler could be the exception to the rule. The former first-round pick has been one of the few bright spots on an otherwise disastrous Titans team, entering Week 9 with a 67.6 PFF grade<\/a>, the 22nd-best mark out of 82 eligible guards.<\/p>\n

Top 5 Kevin Zeitler Trade Destinations, Ranked<\/h2>\n

There is no such thing as too many good offensive linemen, and every contender in the league should have at least a passing interest in acquiring the veteran. The Titans might not want to trade a player like Kevin Zeitler when they have rookie Cam Ward<\/a> under center, but it would be hard for them to say no to a big enough offer. After all, he’s on a one-year contract and will be a free agent following the season.<\/p>\n

Main Photo: Junfu Han – Imagn Images<\/em><\/p>\n

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5. Tampa Bay Buccaneers<\/h3>\n

The injury-riddled Tampa Bay Buccaneers have four players with at least 130 snaps at guard, and none of them have done a particularly good job while on the field. Baker Mayfield has the team at 6-2<\/a> while in the midst of the best season of his career, but the blocking must improve if this team wants to make a real playoff push.<\/p>\n

Kevin Zeitler isn’t the sexiest name on the trade block, but he could be the best fit for this team. The Buccaneers love throwing the ball deep, and teams like this need strong protection for downfield routes to develop. Adding Zeitler should improve Tampa’s aerial attack and create more opportunities in the run game.<\/p>\n

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Oct 12, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) and defensive tackle C.J. Brewer (52) leave the field following a game against the San Francisco 49ers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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4. New England Patriots<\/h3>\n

Mike Vrabel, Eliot Wolf, and the New England Patriots deserve all the credit in the world for remaking the New England Patriots offensive line in one offseason. While nobody is confusing this unit with the 2016 Dallas Cowboys, the Patriots offensive line has gone from terrible to average while helping turn Drake Maye into an MVP candidate.<\/p>\n

If there is one weakness on the offensive line, it’s at the left guard position. Jared Wilson isn’t an active liability<\/a>, but the rookie third-round pick looks like, well, a rookie third-round pick playing out of position. Wilson entered the league as a center but moved to left guard out of necessity. A Kevin Zeitler trade would give New England a stronger overall unit and allow Wilson to serve as much-needed depth at both center and guard.<\/p>\n

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New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) scrambles against the New England Patriots during the first quarter at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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3. Los Angeles Chargers<\/h3>\n

The offensive line was supposed to be a strength for the Los Angeles Chargers, but injuries ruined that plan early in the season. While star tackle Joe Alt<\/a> is back, Rashawn Slater is done for the year, and guard Mekhi Becton is battling an injury of his own. Even when the guards are healthy, Zion Johnson, Jamaree Salyer, and Becton are all having poor seasons and not playing up to their respective contracts.<\/p>\n

The Chargers have good weapons, but head coach Jim Harbaugh believes games are won and lost in the trenches. While most analysts think they’ll trade for a running back, Kevin Zeitler could probably provide more help for this team.<\/p>\n

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Oct 5, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) is sacked by the Washington Commanders in the second half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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2. Seattle Seahawks<\/h3>\n

The Seattle Seahawks look like geniuses for effectively swapping Geno Smith for Sam Darnold<\/a>. While Smith struggles in Las Vegas, Darnold is one of the most efficient passers in the game and currently has the team atop the NFC West with a 5-2 record. This team should make the playoffs, but they should address the offensive line to increase their chances of winning it all.<\/p>\n

First-round pick Grey Zebel<\/a> is having a rough start to his career, although he has shown promise throughout the season. The same cannot be said of former fourth-round pick Anthony Bradford, as he’s arguably the worst guard in football. A Kevin Zeitler trade would immediately upgrade either spot and keep Darnold looking like one of the most effective passers in football.<\/p>\n

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Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium in Glendale on Sept. 25, 2025.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u00a01. Baltimore Ravens<\/h3>\n

Two weeks ago, the Baltimore Ravens appeared to be sellers at the trade deadline. Instead, the team beat the Chicago Bears with Tyler Huntley and is now 3-5 following Lamar Jackson’s triumphant return<\/a> against the Miami Dolphins. This team has the talent to hoist the Lombardi Trophy, but their record without Jackson shows they don’t stand much of a chance if their MVP quarterback goes down.<\/p>\n

While the tackles and center are great, Baltimore’s guards need some work. The position was a clear weakness throughout the offseason, and Andrew Vorhees and Daniel Faalele haven’t done much to erase those doubts. Kevin Zeitler shouldn’t cost too much in a trade, and Baltimore could use an upgrade on the interior. Perhaps the veteran’s presence could help Lamar Jackson stay healthy and make Derrick Henry start looking like Derrick Henry again.<\/p>\n

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Sep 28, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (8) hands off to running back Derrick Henry (22) against the Kansas City Chiefs during the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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