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As the Jacksonville Jaguars enter their Week 7 bye, they find themselves under scrutiny—not for their AFC South lead, but for a potential trade involving wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. The 2024 first-round pick did not play a single snap in the second half of Week 6, fueling speculation about his future with the team.
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported Saturday morning that multiple NFL executives believe the Jaguars will "seriously consider" trading Thomas now that his role has decreased. This development hardly comes as a shock, given the signals throughout the season and even during the offseason that pointed to Thomas being a trade candidate.
Parker Washington has emerged as a breakout No. 1 receiver, while Jakobi Meyers has solidified himself as a strong No. 2 option in Liam Coen's offense. Josh Cameron has also earned a larger role, and with Travis Hunter capable of making a meaningful impact as a wide receiver, Jacksonville's need for Thomas has diminished. While dealing him might require the team to explore depth options, the potential return for a first-round talent could be enticing enough to prompt a move.
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Whether a trade actually materializes remains uncertain, but it is far from impossible—especially if a team is willing to bet on Thomas as a long-term asset. The Las Vegas Raiders and New York Giants are among the logical suitors. This is a situation to monitor closely, as all indications suggest the Jaguars are seriously weighing a deal. Unlike the Marvin Harrison Jr. trade, nothing is locked in, but Thomas is a name to keep a very close eye on as the season progresses.
Originally reported by sportingnews.