Chiefs pursue Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. at NFL trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 4:43 PM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026

The Kansas City Chiefs pursued wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. from the Jacksonville Jaguars before the NFL trade deadline. According to ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler, the Chiefs expressed interest in acquiring Thomas Jr., but were told no by the Jaguars. Kansas City ultimately traded for Josh Downs from the Indianapolis Colts after negotiations for other targets, including a cornerback, did not materialize. As they prepare for their Week 10 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, the Chiefs may look at options for a cornerback from the waiver wire and free agency.
- •Chiefs expressed interest in Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr.
- •Kansas City traded for Josh Downs from the Colts.
- •The Chiefs sought a cornerback but did not finalize a deal.
- •They may explore free agency for a cornerback before Week 10.
- •Trade deadline negotiations concluded on November 1.
- 4:43 PMYahoo Sports — Insider reveals Chiefs' pursuit of Jaguars WR at NFL trade deadline
"ESPN insider Jeremy Fowler revealed that the Chiefs pursued Jaguars WR Brian Thomas Jr. and new DBs before acquiring Josh Downs at the trade deadline.
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