Which of these WR trades do you make and why?

[Sojourner]

8 hours ago, Rochesterfan said:

 

 They had the chance to move him before the trade deadline and stated he was not getting moved they wanted him back.  Both sides have talked about wanting to keep him in NO - so why would NO want to suddenly move on for Pennys on the dollar.  They drafted him at 11 and now are going to trade him for a late round pick at significantly less value - no way.

 

They proceeded to trade their number 2 WR and release Cooks to begin their roster reshape.  Olave is 100% in their plans for 2026.
 

Of course - everyone is available including all franchise QB for a price, but unless you are willing to way overpay (and a 1st and a 5th in 2026 and a 4th in 2027 isn’t) there is no way to force the trade.

 

 

I agree. Completely. Which is why I opened up with “I don’t think they do” but they’d still listen to offers. As any team would. That roster, again, needs some serious upgrades. And your point about pennies on the dollar isn’t factoring in what they’ll have to pay him, if anything Theyre getting multiple premium picks for a player and saving money. That’s an improved shot of multiple cap friendly talent if they get it right with any selections they gain in draft capital. 

Edited February 8 by Sojourner

[Magox]

1 hour ago, transplantbillsfan said:

 

Tell me the correct CAP hits and I'll change it

For Justin Jefferson it would be $25.5M

[Brianmoorman4jesus]

18 hours ago, NastyNateSoldiers said:

This was a big misconception from the media and Jags fan base . Those plays everyone seen was the result of him and Lawrence not being on the same page. Btw I've seen the Jags play alot and Lawrence puts his wrs in danger quite often so even if this is true to an extent BTJ was being smart and didn't want to get injured. It easy to say he doesn't want to get hit but what's not easy is possibly putting your career on the line for 1 catch. BTJ never had a problem going over the middle while he was at LSU and during his rookie yr there was plenty of games where Mac Jones targeted him 12 to 17 times in a game. BTJ role changed last yr Coen was basically just using him as a deep threat most of the time instead of using him as a true X 1 like he's supposed to be. I hope people think that story is true because if it is he could be had for cheap and would make a trade for him that much better for us. 😂 

I don’t think he’s any good. I don’t want him. I don’t really need any media to tell me anything about how the guys are. I watch all the games. I’m not impressed and I don’t want him 

[jjmac]

I wouldn’t make any of these trades proposed  by the OP.   Our salary cap issues could prevent us from resigning McGovern and Edwards, and I don’t care who you have at WR, Josh will have a hard time completing passes to them if he is not protected. 
 

You don’t necessarily need a big name or a first round pick. After all, our all-time receiver was a fourth rounder out of Kutztown State. 

[Kelly No huddle]

When Kelly turned 30 , that team was already set up for a multiple year super bowl run.

 

This team has no #1 or # 2 wr

 

If Rousseau moves to 5 tech, we have no outside pass rushers.

 

That 90-92 teams had 

 

Reed , lofton, Bruce and Biscuit in those spots....

 

Allen is turning 30, and none of those guys are in place.

 

Beane has to hit this draft out of the park for us to truly get to another level 

[Kelly No huddle]

Aj Brown is the only realistic wr 1 that would make sense to trade for where it would be rational for both teams. Waddle is a possiblity. Olave would be too much with the concussion risk.... The jags are trading us a top wr talent lol

 

Harrison jr is probably not that guy and the Vikings would be stupid trading Jefferson. 

 

Beane has to draft great this year and be shrewd in fa

 

Edited February 9 by Kelly to Allen

[Kelly No huddle]

Isn't it possible for us to sign Alec Pierce and Hollywood Brown? 

 

Then draft a really good wr in rds 2 -4

 

Then trade our 1st for Max Crosby 

 

Then get another cb and pass rusher in the draft.

 

Maybe bring back a couple vets on defense for depth

 

 

Is this possible?

 

I feel like all this is possible and would make us a favorite Superbowl contender.

Edited February 9 by Kelly to Allen

[transplantbillsfan]

I listen to a lot of NFL podcasts and in the last several days I've heard a lot of trade discussion with proposed packages. 

 

I don't think my proposed values are that far off.

[Nephilim17]

I like the size, speed, proven production and cap hit of BTJ. 

For all of you who don't like his poor second season, point to another receiver with that size, speed, PROVEN production, and cap hit who's available for less than 2 first-rounders... You can't. You have to compromise on something unless you want to pay a ransom. I'll compromise on a not-so-hot second season, knowing he has done it before.

I'd throw our first out to get him. Do you think you're getting a guy with his measurables and proven production at 26th overall? No.

[billsfan89]

First I would toss out Justin Jefferson as just not being possible. Bills don't have the cap space nor the willingness to give up draft capital and take on such a cap hit. 

 

As far as all the other trades I would rank it the following. 

1. Brian Thomas Jr - Low cap charge, two years plus a 5th year option on his rookie deal. Was a stud in year 1 but then declined in year two while having some reported issues with the organization. So there's some reason why with a decent but not overwhelming trade package (probably could get it done by swapping pick 60 for the Jags pick 117 and maybe a 6th in 2027) you could get the Jags to move off. I think he's a good combo of doable cost with high reward impact. 
2. Marvin Harrison Jr. - Moderate cap charge, two years plus a 5th year option. Has not been bad his first two years but also not nearly lived up to his draft potential. This could be a tantalizing reclamation project as he was one of the best WR prospects to come out and his production at the NFL level might have been more so the product of a mediocre QB situation. 
3. Jaylen Waddle- His cap hit while somewhat high (17 million) could be doable - Cost would be high likely a 1st rounder plus a mid rounder - However by far the best talent in this list with the most proven track record. Not old either as he will be 28 this upcoming season. 
4. Brandon Aiyuk- Would only work as a lower cost acquisition. 49ers voided his guarantees and he probably gets cut. This wouldn't be a frontline move but a nice kick the tires complementary move. 
5. Chris Olave- Is on his fifth year option so not only will the Saints likely command a reasonably high cost (probably pick 60 plus other considerations) and while I think Olave is a dynamic WR and probably the second best on this list talent wise. I would stay away given that he is going to command a new contract and likely a good package of picks as his concussion risk is high. 

 

Just my take, largely I prefer the guys one rookie deals who have sputtered a bit, less risk but high reward and lower cost. 

Edited February 14 by billsfan89

[Kirby Jackson]

4 hours ago, billsfan89 said:

First I would toss out Justin Jefferson as just not being possible. Bills don't have the cap space nor the willingness to give up draft capital and take on such a cap hit. 

 

As far as all the other trades I would rank it the following. 

1. Brian Thomas Jr - Low cap charge, two years plus a 5th year option on his rookie deal. Was a stud in year 1 but then declined in year two while having some reported issues with the organization. So there's some reason why with a decent but not overwhelming trade package (probably could get it done by swapping pick 60 for the Jags pick 117 and maybe a 6th in 2027) you could get the Jags to move off. I think he's a good combo of doable cost with high reward impact. 
2. Marvin Harrison Jr. - Moderate cap charge, two years plus a 5th year option. Has not been bad his first two years but also not nearly lived up to his draft potential. This could be a tantalizing reclamation project as he was one of the best WR prospects to come out and his production at the NFL level might have been more so the product of a mediocre QB situation. 
3. Jaylen Waddle- His cap hit while somewhat high (17 million) could be doable - Cost would be high likely a 1st rounder plus a mid rounder - However by far the best talent in this list with the most proven track record. Not old either as he will be 28 this upcoming season. 
4. Brandon Aiyuk- Would only work as a lower cost acquisition. 49ers voided his guarantees and he probably gets cut. This wouldn't be a frontline move but a nice kick the tires complementary move. 
5. Chris Olave- Is on his fifth year option so not only will the Saints likely command a reasonably high cost (probably pick 60 plus other considerations) and while I think Olave is a dynamic WR and probably the second best on this list talent wise. I would stay away given that he is going to command a new contract and likely a good package of picks as his concussion risk is high. 

 

Just my take, largely I prefer the guys one rookie deals who have sputtered a bit, less risk but high reward and lower cost. 

To the bolded, can we all agree to stop with it? It’s been debunked dozens, if not hundreds, of times on this board. The Bills can fit Jefferson, McGovern and 3 or 4 defensive starters under the cap with no issues. That doesn’t require anything drastic. Now if the point is, “I dont know why the Vikings would deal him” almost everyone agrees. “The Bills can’t afford him” isn’t reality though.

[Bill from NYC]

I'm all in for Waddle, and yes; I AM partial because he played for Alabama.

 

That said, putting injuries aside that I don't know about, this man can freaking play. His stats don't matter as much as some might think. He was playing with Tua who is a wonderful person but he is done as a QB. I wish that Tua would retire today before he is a vegetable.

 

A healthy Waddle has every great trait that a wide receiver needs. He is twitchy and gets away from defenders. He has excellent hands. Speed? I saw a video of a race between Waddle and Henry Ruggs. Waddle lost be a 1/2 step. He can fly. His 12 million dollar cap hit for 2026 is peanuts in today's market. 

 

Josh Allen throwing to a healthy Waddle is almost too good to imagine as a Bills fan. 

 

 

Edited February 14 by Bill from NYC

[Sojourner]

39 minutes ago, Bill from NYC said:

I'm all in for Waddle, and yes; I AM partial because he played for Alabama.

 

That said, putting injuries aside that I don't know about, this man can freaking play. His stats don't matter as much as some might think. He was playing with Tua who is a wonderful person but he is done as a QB. I wish that Tua would retire today before he is a vegetable.

 

A healthy Waddle has every great trait that a woide receiver needs. He is twitchy and gets away from defenders. He has excellent hands. Speed? I saw a video of a race between Waddle and Henry Ruggs. Waddle lost be a 1/2 step. He can fly. His 12 million dollar cap hit for 2026 is peanuts in today's market. 

 

Josh Allen throwing to a healthy Waddle is almost too good to imagine as a Bills fan. 

 

 

I could get on board with Waddle, his stats show production all over the field. My only draw back is trading for him now and giving premium resources to a division rival. Should have moved the chips in for him last season before the deadline given how things were shaking out in the AFC. 
 

Either way it isn’t an addition anyone should turn their nose at. 

Edited February 14 by Sojourner

[Kirby Jackson]

I saw something on IG this morning but couldn’t post but they were talking to an AFC Scout and he said that the price for Pickens is likely a 2 and a late round swap. Take that FWIW, but might help clarify the market. Basically that’s the Metcalf package from last year.

[26TrapDraw]

On 2/7/2026 at 9:56 PM, MJS said:

Keon Coleman has no trade value. Why even include him?

Not true

id trade you a quart of pork fried rice and a carton of Marlboro reds for him

[BillsShredder83]

I went "other". Im into most of these but most ideal imo is Addison. The upside vs what we'd have to pay is too juicy to not try. 

[Captain Hindsight]

Zach Moss and a 5th. Take it or leave it 

[BillsShredder83]

On 2/8/2026 at 12:56 AM, MJS said:

Keon Coleman has no trade value. Why even include him?

I think hes an interesting kicker in a deal. Cheap labor. Nobody is pulling a trigger BECAUSE of Coleman but a replacement body at same position is a nice kicker.

 

Drafted high, cheap, young, maybe someone thinks hes in a bad system or out of position at X and needs moving to slot 

[Playoffs?]

Based on those options, I’d go for Brian Thomas Jr AND Marvin Harrison Jr. 

 

But can we trade Keon twice?

[without a drought]

I'd wait to see which one Brady pounds the table for and then pick someone else. Probably skip Beane's choice too.