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The Biggest NFL Stars Not Traded at the Deadline

With the NFL trade deadline now concluded, several star players are now getting used to their new teams. 

DeAndre Hopkins and Amari Cooper were amongst the biggest names that were moved to different teams and are looking to have a big impact on playoff-contending squads. While many stars were traded, there were a few key players who remained with their team despite trade rumors.

Maxx Crosby: Las Vegas Raiders

The star pass rusher expressed some interest in moving to a different team amid the struggles in Las Vegas. Some teams like the Detroit Lions and the Philadelphia Eagles were named possible trade destinations for Crosby, but he remains loyal to his team.

Chicago Bears wide receiver D.J. Moore (2).

Chicago Bears wide receiver D.J. Moore (2).

DJ Moore: Chicago Bears

Things in Chicago seem like they are taking a turn for the worse after the Bears surged to a 4-2 start to the season. Moore's production has not been what many thought it would be due to the play of quarterback Caleb Williams, which made him a possible trade candidate. However, it seems Chicago will ride with who they got and hope that the offense will be able to gel better in the second half of the season.

Myles Garrett: Cleveland Browns

If Garrett were to be traded, it would send shockwaves throughout the league. Being one of the best defenders in football, the star was rumored to possibly be traded to another team because of the struggles the Browns have been having. Although, Garrett is currently the face of the franchise in Cleveland, so trading him at the end of the day did not make much sense.

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins (5)

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins (5)

Tee Higgins: Cincinnati Bengals

Higgins has been in several trade rumors over the past couple of seasons because the Bengals refuse to give him a long-term extension. Teams like the Los Angeles Chargers and the Pittsburgh Steelers showed interest at the deadline, but Cincinnati ultimately decided to keep him at least for one more year.

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