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NFL.com News fantasy football takes on Brian Thomas Jr.
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NegativeRoleAug 2, 2026
Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence highlighted Thomas as part of the team's strong offensive skill player room, noting the team has 'so many good skill players on offense' including Thomas, Jakobi Meyers, Parker Washington, and young additions, plus a 'really, really versatile and good' tight end room that allows the offense to be explosive even when Hunter is deployed on defense.PositiveBreakoutAug 1, 2026
Thomas Jr. had a disappointing second season but has received glowing reviews this offseason. If BTJ gets back on track, there could be less of a reason to use Travis Hunter in a ton of offensive sets, as the Jaguars' receiving corps would be more balanced.PositiveInjuryNo date
WR Brian Thomas Jr. (shoulder) will be limited in practice this week but is expected to play in Week 2, per coach Liam Coen.PositiveRoleNo date
Brian Thomas Jr. rekindled his big-play ability during Jacksonville's eight-game winning streak to close the 2025 regular season. His re-emergence as a reliable target contributed to the Jaguars' improved receiving corps, reducing the team's need to lean heavily on Travis Hunter as a wideout and supporting the decision to increase Hunter's defensive role in 2026.NegativeDepth ChartNo date
Brian Thomas Jr. is part of the crowded Jacksonville receiver room alongside Gabe Washington and Jakobi Meyers. When all three were on the field together after Week 8, Washington saw a 29.4% target rate, suggesting BTJ competes with Washington at the top of the Jaguars pecking order.