Rams-Jaguars could be trade partners before Tuesday’s deadline

INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA - SEPTEMBER 21: Braden Fiske #55 of the Los Angeles Rams looks on during the first half of a game against the New York Giants at SoFi Stadium on September 21, 2026 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Sean M. Haffey/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Los Angeles Rams might have to part ways with an important piece of their defensive line to acquire the wide receiver help they desperately need before the NFL trade deadline. Braden Fiske could become the trade asset that makes a potential deal possible, particularly if the Jacksonville Jaguars are willing to discuss Brian Thomas Jr.A Fiske-for-Thomas swap could make sense for both organizations. Jacksonville recently lost defensive tackle Davon Hamilton for the season after he tore his quadriceps, creating an immediate need for additional help along the interior defensive line. Fiske could provide the Jaguars with a young, disruptive defensive lineman who still has plenty of upside and multiple years of team control.James Gladstone, the Jaguars GM, was a big proponent of the Braden Fiske pick in 2024. Could he want to reunite with the 2nd rounder with shipping away Brian Thomas Jr to the Rams?Gladstone here gushing about Braden Fiske before the #Rams traded up to get him 👀 #Jaguarshttps://t.co/bgrflySjRY— @UCjags (@UCJags) November 9, 2026Meanwhile, the Rams have a different problem to solve. Their offense continues to funnel opportunities through Puka Nacua, while the supporting cast has struggled to consistently separate and make plays. Adding Thomas would give Matthew Stafford another legitimate outside receiving threat and provide Sean McVay with a much-needed offensive weapon.There is also a potential roster squeeze in Los Angeles. Kobie Turner is working his way back from a groin injury, and his return figures to eat into Fiske’s playing time along the defensive front. That doesn’t necessarily make Fiske expendable, but it could make him a more attractive trade chip.Sacrificing a promising defensive lineman is never an easy decision. However, if the Rams can turn Fiske into a young receiver like Thomas, it might be a worthwhile investment in their championship aspirations.