The NFL trade deadline has passed with several teams making bold moves for the stretch run. Contenders added star power while struggling franchises stocked up on draft picks for the future.

The biggest deal saw a Pro Bowl wide receiver move to a Super Bowl hopeful in exchange for two draft picks. The trade gives the buying team a deep threat for its young quarterback, while the seller begins a clear rebuild.

Several other moves were completed before the deadline. A veteran pass rusher switched conferences, and a starting running back found a new home after weeks of rumours. Teams also swapped late-round picks in smaller deals.

As always, the rumour mill ran hot. Big names were linked with moves that never happened, and fans spent the day refreshing their feeds. With the playoff race tightening, these trades could decide who lifts the trophy in February. General managers said the salary cap forced some teams to sit out the market, even when they wanted to buy. The next big roster shake-up will come in the offseason.