The 2026 NFL trade deadline is just one day away headed into Week 10. There have already been several blockbuster trades this season, including a huge Jessie Bates trade on Monday morning. This situation will only heat up over the next 24 hours as teams attempt to add the final pieces of their roster before the back half of the regular season.
Detroit got into the trade market on Monday, adding veteran safety Andre Cisco from New York. The Lions parted ways with a 2028 sixth-round pick to acquire Cisco.
The Lions desperately needed to add depth to their secondary, so adding a guy like Cisco makes sense. It does not take Detroit out of the trade market, but it certainly gives their defense a much-needed boost.
Was this a great trade by both teams? Or does one side come out of this one looking like a clear winner?
Here are trade grades for both the Lions and Jets after Monday's trade.
Lions gain some much-needed secondary depth with Andre Cisco
It is no secret that Detroit needs more bodies in their secondary. This has been one of the team's biggest weakness over the past few seasons, so address it is a good thing.
But what exactly should Lions fan expect from Cisco?
The 26-year-old safety was benched by New York after Week 3. He is also on an expiring contract, which explains why the Jets traded him for so little. But as they say, one man's trash is another man's treasure. Detroit has to be thrilled to add a guy like Cisco as such a low cost.
Cisco projects as a depth piece in Detroit's safety room, putting him behind veteran Chuck Clark on the depth chart. Brian Branch is back from injury and Kerby Joseph could be joining him soon. Once they are both back, the Lions could start getting creative with where Branch lines up from play to play. That by itself could make their defense a lot more dangerous.
Realistically, the Lions won't miss their 2028 sixth-round pick. So if they get practically anything from Cisco then this trade becomes a huge win.
Grade: A-
Does this trade mean the Jets will be sellers at the NFL trade deadline?
The Jets are now sputtering at just 2-7 on the season.
New York probably won't go full fire sale mode at the deadline like they did last year. But the Cisco move suggests that New York is being realistic about where they are as a franchise.
Remember, New York will have nine selections in the 2027 NFL Draft including three first-round picks. Their competitive years are coming in the future, so what's the point of holding onto Cisco for a few more months?
It also helps that the Jets already benched Cisco this season.
Ultimately, New York deserves credit for making a smart move by getting something for Cisco. That said, a 2028 sixth-round pick is not going to make or break the organization either way. As a result, their grade takes a bit of hit here. But make no mistake, this was still some solid work by New York's front office.
Grade: B