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The NFL trade deadline has sparked some pivotal deals over the years. Trades have been made that have directly contributed to Super Bowl runs and even started dynasties. Teams often look to improve their situation at the trade deadline and these five deals stand out above the rest for their major contributions to team success.
#5 - WR Amari Cooper, Oakland Raiders to Dallas Cowboys
Dak Prescott struggled to find his rhythm as the quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys after the loss of wide receiver Dez Bryant. He missed a true primary option until the Cowboys traded away a first-round draft pick to the Raiders to acquire Amari Cooper at the trade deadline. The move helped Prescott turn things around and their chemistry has dramatically aided his development over the last few years.
#4 - Kyle Van Noy, Detroit Lions to New England Patriots
The Patriots didn't have to give up anything more than a sixth-round draft pick at the trade deadline to acquire Kyle Van Noy from the Lions. The move turned out to be an absolute steal. Kyle Van Noy was a crucial part of the Patriots' dominant defense for several years. He was a significant contributor to Super Bowl runs and an excellent player in Bill Belichick's versatile defensive scheme.
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The top 3 trade deadline moves of all time
#3 - Jalen Ramsey, Jacksonville Jaguars to Los Angeles Rams
The move for Jalen Ramsey at the trade deadline was a blockbuster. The Rams gave up a ton to get him, but he was worth it. He is the best cornerback in the NFL and a staple, along with Aaron Donald, in one of the best defenses in the league. He is a playmaker and a difference-maker.
#2 - Marshawn Lynch, Buffalo Bills to Seattle Seahawks
Trading for Marshawn Lynch was one of the finishing touches to the great Seattle Seahawks run. Lynch was a solid running back for the Bills but took his game to the next level in Seattle. He was one of the best running backs in the NFL and more than earned his nickname, Beast Mode. He was a key contributor to the Seahawks' back-to-back Super Bowl appearances.
#1 - Herschel Walker, Dallas Cowboys to Minnesota Vikings
The trade deadline move involving Herschel Walker may have been the biggest blockbuster in NFL history. Jerry Jones sent one of the top running backs in the NFL to the Vikings for a considerable package, including players and a bunch of top draft picks. It went down in history as a move that initiated the Cowboys dynasty in the 1990s when they won three Super Bowls.
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