Atlanta/Charlotte trade talks headlined by Hield and Finney-Smith were revealed Sunday in this around-the-league noteboo Via @TheSteinLine on X

What happened: The framework would send Hield to Charlotte and Finney-Smith to Atlanta. The discussions were disclosed Sunday in an around-the-league notebook.

Why it matters: Atlanta has sought to move Hield's $9.7 million salary before camp. Charlotte acquired Finney-Smith in July ahead of the upcoming 2026-27 season.

What to watch: Watch whether the framework advances before camp opens.

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