Saints Weigh Extension or Trade for Chris Olave

The New Orleans Saints (1-6) are widely viewed as potential sellers at the trade deadline, but the team has been engaged in contract-extension talks with top receiver Chris Olave and appears to be weighing keeping him rather than trading him. Multiple reports say Olave — who has a high target share, leads the team in snaps and recently had a 5-catch, 98-yard, two-TD game — wants to remain in New Orleans and has held private conversations with the front office. Olave remains the Saints' top trade chip and could fetch a first- or second-round pick, with teams such as the Pittsburgh Steelers and San Francisco 49ers floated as possible destinations. Medical concerns over his concussion history and broader durability make some suitors cautious and could affect his market. With both significant trade interest and active extension negotiations, Olave’s status remains one of the deadline’s top storylines and could move toward a long-term deal or a blockbuster trade.