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Raiders consider trade for Jaguars receiver Brian Thomas Jr. before Week 1

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 12:59 AM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Raiders consider trade for Jaguars receiver Brian Thomas Jr. before Week 1

Summary

The Las Vegas Raiders are finalizing their roster ahead of the Week 1 matchup under new head coach Klint Kubiak. After releasing veteran receiver Noah Brown, the team's depth at wide receiver is thin. General manager John Spytek may seek to acquire a top target, specifically eyeing Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr., who could benefit from a change of scenery following a disappointing previous season. Thomas Jr. aims to reclaim the form displayed during his impressive rookie campaign, which includes 87 catches for 1,282 yards and ten touchdowns in 2024.

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Status Watch

•Klint Kubiak is preparing for his first regular-season game as head coach.
•Raiders released Noah Brown just eight days after signing him.
•Team lacks experience in their wide receiving group.
•Brian Thomas Jr. had a strong rookie season but struggled last year.
•A trade for Thomas Jr. could provide a key offensive asset.

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12:59 AMYahoo Sports — 1 last-minute trade Raiders must make before Week 1 of 2026 NFL season

What they're saying

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With the first regular-season game of new head coach Klint Kubiak’s tenure fast approaching, the Las Vegas Raiders are still working on finalizing their roster. GM John Spytek continues to tinker with the team, as a notable transaction on Monday went to the receiver room. Just eight days after signing him, the Raiders released veteran receiver Noah […] The post 1 last-minute trade Raiders must make before Week 1 of 2026 NFL season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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