The Tennessee Titans just made the shocking selection of WR Carnell Tate, which means the team may explore the idea of trading Calvin Ridley before the 2026 season. Originally selected in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft, the former Alabama product spent the first four seasons with the Atlanta Falcons. Unfortunately, due to injuries and off-field issues, the Falcons traded him to the Jaguars before joining Tennessee in 2024. Despite restructuring his contract to stay with the team, the Titans might be willing to take a Day 3 pick for the aging receiver.<\/p>\n
The team now has Wan’Dale Robinson<\/a> and Tate<\/a>, who should be their top pass-catchers this upcoming season. Even though the Titans may keep Ridley, there’s a chance he could be traded either way. Tennessee has a strong depth of receivers, including KJ Osborn and Elic Ayomanor.<\/p>\n The former All-Pro is only going to get older, so the Titans should get something in return for the receiver. Ridley is still a solid pass-catcher who could emerge as a WR3 for a team. He might be past his prime, but the receiver should be able to find a new home before the 2026 campaign.<\/p>\n Let’s settle down with the George Pickens trade rumors. The Cowboys won’t be moving him unless they receive a deal they can’t turn down, including a premium offensive player. However, Dallas must address the receiver depth behind Pickens and CeeDee Lamb<\/a>. After losing Jalen Tolbert, the Cowboys could still add a low-stakes receiver to elevate the offense.<\/p>\n The future is bright for Ryan Flournoy, but who says he’s ready for a full-time role? It might be safer than sorry. Despite Ridley being past his prime, he could be a solid WR3, and Brandin Cooks having his moments in Dallas before proves that the Cowboys could use that type of player.<\/p>\n Meanwhile, after trading DJ Moore<\/a>, the Chicago Bears could also add a receiver. The team has Luther Burden and Rome Odunze, but Jahdae Walker is running into a full-time role for the first time. Given the success of Williams with veteran pass-catchers, the Bears could use the length of Ridley in situational moments and make the spectacular plays during the postseason.<\/p>\n With Xavier Legette struggling, the Carolina Panthers might be better off rolling the dice on a low-stakes veteran. Between Jalen Coker and Tetairoa McMillan<\/a>, the team can’t afford to lean all of the responsibility on these two pass-catchers. Ridley won’t have a big role, but he should be able to help Bryce Young in the playoffs.<\/p>\nTitans Surprise 2026 Draft Carnell Tate Selection Could Lead to Calvin Ridley Trade<\/h2>\n
Possible Destinations<\/h2>\n
Dallas Cowboys<\/h3>\n
Chicago Bears<\/h3>\n
Carolina Panthers<\/h3>\n
Minnesota Vikings<\/h3>\n