Contenders usually aren't sellers at the trade deadline. But the Jaguars have a receiver who, for whatever reason, hasn't really clicked with the coaching staff that arrived in 2025.As a result, 2024 first-rounder Brian Thomas Jr. has interest in a fresh start. And multiple teams are believed to be interested in acquiring him.Currently, the Chiefs, Steelers, and Commanders have interest.The Steelers, we're told, have greater interest in Colts receiver Josh Downs. Downs, however, is Kansas City's Plan B, if they can't get Thomas away from the Jaguars.Thomas had 1,282 receiving yards as a rookie. In 2025, his output dipped to 707 yards. This year, Thomas has 10 catches for 117 yards and two touchdowns.During Sunday's 42-7 romp over the Colts, Thomas was targeted twice, catching one pass for 12 yards and the first touchdown of the day.The Jaguars have no real incentive to move him, unless they get a big offer. The problem is that their price tag doesn't reflect his current usage.Beyond the question of whether they'd trade him at all is whether they'd send him to an AFC contender.The Commanders aren't much of a contender at all this season; they'd presumably want Thomas for 2027 and, once the fifth-year option is exercised, 2028.Still, trading him carries risk. If, once he's gone, Jakobi Meyers or Parker Washington get injured, the Jaguars will wish they still had him.
Chiefs, Steelers, Commanders have interest in Brian Thomas Jr.
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Contenders usually aren't sellers at the trade deadline.
Key Takeaways
- Chiefs, Steelers, Commanders have interest in Brian Thomas Jr..
- Contenders usually aren't sellers at the trade deadline.
- Contenders usually aren't sellers at the trade deadline.
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