Chiefs, Steelers, Commanders express interest in Brian Thomas Jr

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Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Chiefs, Steelers, Commanders express interest in Brian Thomas Jr
Summary

Brian Thomas Jr., a wide receiver for the Jaguars, has drawn interest from the Chiefs, Steelers, and Commanders as the trade deadline approaches. Thomas was a first-round draft pick in 2024 but has seen a decline in performance, registering just 10 receptions for 117 yards this season. While the Jaguars are hesitant to trade him without a significant offer, they lack a clear incentive to move him given their current roster needs. The Steelers appear to prefer another target, Colts receiver Josh Downs, which places Thomas as their fallback option. The Commanders aim to acquire Thomas for future seasons as they are not seen as contenders this year.

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  • •Brian Thomas Jr. has 10 catches for 117 yards in 2026.
  • •Chiefs, Steelers, and Commanders are interested in acquiring him.
  • •Steelers consider Josh Downs a higher priority target.
  • •The Jaguars are inclined to keep Thomas unless offered significantly.
  • •The Commanders might be looking for Thomas as a future asset.
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  • 4:02 AMYahoo Sports — Chiefs, Steelers, Commanders have interest in Brian Thomas Jr.
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