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2024 first-rounder being pursued by multiple teams including the Chiefs, Steelers, and Commanders; the Chiefs view him as their primary target at wide receiver before the trade deadline, with Josh Downs as their Plan B option if they cannot acquire Thomas from the Jaguars.

2024 first-rounder mentioned as a primary wide receiver trade target for the Chiefs; multiple teams including the Steelers and Commanders also have interest. GM Brett Veach is actively making calls to explore acquiring Thomas from Jacksonville before the trade deadline, positioning him as a potential breakout candidate if moved to Kansas City's high-powered offense.

Returned to nearly all the 11-personnel snaps after a Week 7 benching and caught a touchdown for the Jaguars, re-establishing his role in the offense.

Thomas Jr. caught a touchdown against the Colts despite Travis Hunter being expected to emerge as a fantasy option after the bye week; this suggests Thomas Jr. remains the Jaguars' primary receiving target.

Thomas Jr. caught a touchdown against the Colts despite Travis Hunter being expected to make major in-roads after his performance against the Texans, suggesting Thomas Jr. remains the Jaguars' primary receiving option.

Thomas Jr. found the end zone in Jacksonville's 42-7 victory over Indianapolis, showcasing his potential as a trade target for other teams.

First-round talent Thomas has underperformed expectations, declining from a strong rookie year (87 receptions, 1,282 receiving yards, 10 TDs) to a mediocre second season (48 receptions, 707 receiving yards), and has been phased out of the Jacksonville offense this season, averaging only a 10% team target share and operating as the 4th receiving option. The source identifies this as a trade candidate whose value could drastically change over the next week. Ideal landing spots include the Los Angeles Rams (who lost Davante Adams and need a big-bodied receiver for red-zone work) or the San Francisco 49ers (whose starting pass-catchers average 32 years old and need a young, healthy receiver for Brock Purdy). Either landing spot would provide fantastic upside. Downside: Thomas stays in Jacksonville and remains underutilized.

The Jaguars receiver connected with Trevor Lawrence for a 12-yard touchdown reception on the opening drive, establishing Jacksonville's lead they would never relinquish in the dominant 42-7 victory.

Brian Thomas Jr. scored a touchdown against Indianapolis, which was particularly welcome given recent speculation surrounding his future and inconsistent performances; getting him back into the end zone could prove significant as the Jaguars look to build momentum.

Brian Thomas Jr. caught a touchdown pass from Trevor Lawrence in Jacksonville's dominant 42-7 win, which the source notes was particularly welcome given recent speculation surrounding his future and inconsistent performances; getting him back into the end zone could prove significant as the Jaguars build momentum.

Brian Thomas caught a touchdown pass from Trevor Lawrence in the Jaguars' 42-7 win over the Colts; this was his first catch since Week 4, marking a return to offensive involvement after an extended absence.

Thomas Jr. opened Jacksonville's scoring in Week 8 with a 12-yard touchdown reception from Trevor Lawrence, establishing an early 7-0 lead. The source notes this as the opening score of the game, indicating his continued role as a primary red zone target in Jacksonville's offense.

WR Brian Thomas Jr. opened Jacksonville's scoring with a 12-yard TD reception in the first quarter, setting the tone for the Jaguars' dominant 42-7 victory over Indianapolis.

After recording no catches in Jacksonville's last two games and being benched in the second half of Week 6, Thomas returned to immediate offensive impact in Week 8 against the Colts, catching a 12-yard touchdown pass from Trevor Lawrence on the team's opening drive to put the Jaguars up 7-0. Jaguars head coach Liam Coen expressed confidence in Thomas's ability to help the team make plays against the Colts, and that confidence was validated early.

Jaguars WR cited as example of player held out last week but not yet traded, suggesting holdout doesn't guarantee imminent trade.

The source speculates whether the Jaguars can manufacture catches for Brian Thomas Jr. to bolster his trade status before the deadline, suggesting a potential game script where Jacksonville targets him upwards of a dozen times to get him over 100 yards before a potential trade.