Bills and Jaguars in Active Trade Talks for Brian Thomas Jr. ā Just 4 Hours After Jacksonville Put Him on the Block

Buffalo, NY ā October 26, 2025
The NFL world is buzzing after reports surfaced that theĀ Buffalo BillsĀ andĀ Jacksonville JaguarsĀ have entered advanced talks for a blockbuster wide receiver trade ā less than
four hoursĀ after Jacksonville officially placedĀ Brian Thomas Jr.Ā on the trade block.
According to multiple league sources, the proposed deal would sendĀ Brian Thomas Jr.Ā to Buffalo in exchange for a
2026 first-round pickĀ andĀ wide receiver Keon Coleman. Both teams are believed to be finalizing key financial and roster details before making an official announcement.
The move signals Buffaloās aggressive push to retool its offense around
Josh Allen, especially after weeks of inconsistent receiver production. Meanwhile, Jacksonville appears to be looking toward the future, swapping a struggling sophomore for long-term assets and another young playmaker.
Trade Structure (in discussion):
š¦¬Ā Buffalo Bills receive:
-
Brian Thomas Jr.
šĀ Jacksonville Jaguars receive:
-
2026 First-Round Pick
-
Keon Coleman
š Scouting Breakdown ā Brian Thomas Jr.
SelectedĀ 23rd overall in the 2024 NFL Draft
, Brian Thomas Jr. has flashed glimpses of elite potential with his combination ofĀ speed, vertical threat ability, and sizeĀ that stretches defenses. Through seven weeks of the 2025 season, heās recorded
2 touchdownsĀ and remains a red-zone mismatch.
However, hisĀ production has dippedĀ compared to his rookie campaign, when he postedĀ 759 yards. Sources close to the Jaguars point to
minor injury setbacksĀ and aĀ reduced offensive roleĀ as key reasons for his trade availability.
Still, many around the league believe a change of scenery ā and catching passes from Josh Allen ā could reignite his career.
š Scouting Breakdown ā Keon Coleman
The Billsā 2024 second-rounder,Ā Keon Coleman, has drawn attention for hisĀ size, highlight-reel catches, and explosive YAC potential. At 6ā4ā, he offers the physical profile the Jaguars have been missing since losing Zay Jones.
Yet, Colemanās performance this season has beenĀ volatile. HisĀ 51% catch rateĀ andĀ 237 receiving yards through six weeksĀ highlight inconsistency, although hisĀ chemistry with AllenĀ remains a developing asset.
If finalized, this trade could represent aĀ rare WR-for-WR exchangeĀ between two AFC contenders ā one seeking renewed explosiveness, the other seeking stability and future flexibility.
Both front offices are reportedly motivated to complete the deal before Week 8 kickoff, and insiders suggest an official announcement could come
within the next 24 hours.
Stay tuned to ESPN for the latest updates on this developing story.






