Ravens pursue Jaguars' Brian Thomas Jr. amid wide receiver injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 8:16 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Baltimore Ravens are reportedly looking to acquire wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. from the Jacksonville Jaguars. This consideration arises after injuries to Ja'Kobi Lane and Zay Flowers, limiting the Ravens' depth at the position. While Thomas is a Pro Bowl talent who had a standout rookie season, the Jaguars appear disinclined to trade him, despite the Ravens' interest in bolstering their receiving corps ahead of a competitive season. Analysts suggest that a substantial offer, potentially a second-round draft pick, would be necessary to secure the trade, although the likelihood of the deal materializing is low given Thomas's contract status with Jacksonville.
- •Ravens' Ja'Kobi Lane placed on injured reserve.
- •Zay Flowers is dealing with an unspecified injury.
- •Ravens have limited trust in their remaining receivers.
- •Brian Thomas Jr. had 1,282 receiving yards in his rookie season.
- •Jaguars likely to retain Thomas despite trade interest.
- 8:16 PMYahoo Sports — Ravens linked to trade for Jaguars Pro Bowler amid pair of WR injury issues
"This would be quite the massive addition to the WR room for Baltimore.
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