Jaguars Expected to Consider Trading Brian Thomas Jr.

The Jacksonville Jaguars are expected to seriously consider trading wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. before the NFL’s November 10 deadline, according to a report relaying the views of multiple league executives. No trade or current offer has been reported, and the team has not publicly confirmed it intends to move him. Thomas remains with Jacksonville, but his playing time and production have declined. He has nine catches for 105 yards and one touchdown through six games this season, according to reports published October 24. He went without a catch in each of the Jaguars’ past two games, with five targets combined across those contests. Against the Houston Texans in Week 6, Thomas played 15 offensive snaps in the first half and did not return after halftime. Jaguars coach Liam Coen said after the game that playing time would be decided week to week and that players had to make plays. The reports describe the reduced role as part of the context for the trade consideration, not confirmation that Jacksonville has begun a deal. Jacksonville selected Thomas with the 23rd pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. He had 87 receptions for 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns as a rookie in 2024 and earned...