As the NFL trade deadline looms, teams are actively engaged in discussions and assessing potential trades to strengthen their rosters. With the deadline set for 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday, organizations are looking to make strategic moves after evaluating the outcomes of Week 8 games.

Several teams have been proactive in exploring trade opportunities, including the Philadelphia Eagles and San Francisco 49ers, known for their aggressive front offices. These teams are working the phones in search of valuable players who could enhance their chances of success. On the other hand, organizations such as the Carolina Panthers, Tennessee Titans, and Denver Broncos have been listening to offers, hoping to acquire valuable draft capital for the future.

While most deals being discussed are hypothetical at this moment, general managers expect the offers to improve by Monday. Many teams are targeting players from teams that are struggling or desperate to gain draft capital for the upcoming season.

According to insider reports, here are ten key observations about the trade deadline:

1. The Denver Broncos are unwilling to part ways with cornerback Patrick Surtain II, considering him the best and smartest player on their roster. However, they are open to offers for players like wide receivers Jerry Jeudy and Courtland Sutton and linebacker Josey Jewell. Denver's general manager, George Paton, is holding out for impressive offers and is not interested in selling cheaply.

2. The Philadelphia Eagles, despite recently acquiring safety Kevin Byard, are still actively pursuing another move. General Manager Howie Roseman is particularly interested in bolstering their linebacker corps.

3. The Baltimore Ravens are looking to add a running back, while the Cleveland Browns are in search of a receiver. Furthermore, the Buffalo Bills are keenly scanning the cornerback market. The Washington Commanders have been considering offers for Chase Young and Montez Sweat, but so far, the offers they have received fall below their desired asking price.

4. The Las Vegas Raiders have made it clear that wide receiver Davante Adams and New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley are not available for trade. Interested parties have been informed accordingly.

5. The Carolina Panthers have demonstrated no intention of actively shopping Brian Burns, as they plan to keep him on their roster.

6. Speculation surrounding the futures of DeAndre Hopkins and Derrick Henry in Tennessee can be put to rest. General Manager Ran Carthon has rebuffed all offers for these players, insisting that only exceptional offers would be considered. The Dallas Cowboys also confirmed that they never pursued Derrick Henry.

7. Several teams, including the Kansas City Chiefs, Cincinnati Bengals, Los Angeles Rams, Atlanta Falcons, and Houston Texans, appear to be standing pat and not actively seeking trades.

8. The San Francisco 49ers are actively looking for pieces to add to their team, particularly in the areas of edge rushing and cornerback. Their front office is actively working the phones to explore potential deals.

9. The New York Jets have not received many inquiries regarding Carl Lawson or Dalvin Cook.

10. Despite receiving calls from interested teams, the Arizona Cardinals are committed to retaining Marquise "Hollywood" Brown as part of their future plans. It is expected that Brown will stay with the Cardinals.

On another note, the Arizona Cardinals' star quarterback, Kyler Murray, who has been out due to injury, will not be active for Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens. Although Murray has been a full participant in practice, the Ravens' defense never viewed his return as a legitimate possibility. However, the Cardinals eagerly anticipate Murray's return to the field, as they believe he has shown immense progress in his rehabilitation and readiness to lead the team. It is anticipated that Murray could make a comeback within the next three to four weeks.

In other quarterback health updates, the New York Giants' Daniel Jones is not expected to miss the remainder of the season due to his neck injury. The team source suggests that Jones may even be able to play in their upcoming game against the Las Vegas Raiders. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Browns' Deshaun Watson is reportedly dealing with an injured throwing shoulder. Despite wanting to be on the field, Watson's injury timeline remains uncertain. The team has not indicated any plans to place him on injured reserve. Similarly, the Cincinnati Bengals' Joe Burrow seems to be fully recovered and has not experienced any limitations or soreness in his calf during practice.

With the NFL trade deadline approaching, teams are carefully evaluating potential deals to improve their chances of success. While certain players appear untouchable, others remain the subject of ongoing discussions and negotiations. As the deadline fast approaches, it will be interesting to see which teams make the bold moves that could shape the remainder of the NFL season.