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NegativeRoleOct 27, 2026
Brian Thomas Jr. is another potential trade target for Pittsburgh alongside Ladd McConkey, per ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. The Jaguars wide receiver is also being monitored by the Kansas City Chiefs as a potential acquisition ahead of the trade deadline.PositiveValueOct 15, 2026
The 2024 Pro Bowler has gotten lost in the pecking order with Parker Washington emerging as a budding star, and Jakobi Meyers and Brenton Strange serving as second and third options in the Jaguars' offense. After nearly 1,300 yards in 2024, injuries saw production dip to just over 700 in 2025; through five games in 2026, he has nine catches for 105 yards. The source views a third-round pick as sufficient compensation to secure a deal for Thomas, who would instantly become the best receiver on the Steelers.