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A key dynamic in trade deadline decisions is the disconnect between front office and coaching staffs. Coaches, often immersed in scouting and game planning, are less attuned to the long-term roster construction, leading to sometimes resistance to trades.
However, NFL front offices tend to be less emotional about individual players and more focused on organizational success. The success of this approach depends heavily on communication and mutual respect—sharing the understanding that adding or subtracting players is ultimately about maximizing team performance.