With the NFL trade deadline just a day away, the Buffalo Bills find themselves in familiar territory-right in the thick of trade rumors but still waiting to make a definitive splash. While no deals have gone down yet, the buzz around the team suggests that general manager Brandon Beane is working the phones and exploring multiple options on both sides of the ball. Let’s break down who’s on Buffalo’s radar and why these names make sense as the Bills look to gear up for a postseason push.
Bills Showing Interest in Saints WR Chris Olave
One of the more intriguing names linked to Buffalo is New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave. According to reports, the Bills were among the teams that reached out to the Saints recently to inquire about the young wideout. While there’s no indication that New Orleans is actively shopping Olave-who’s been a key part of their offense-it’s clear Buffalo is at least testing the waters.
Olave would be a high-upside addition. He brings elite route-running, top-end speed, and a knack for creating separation-traits that would mesh well with Josh Allen’s arm talent and Buffalo’s vertical passing game.
With Stefon Diggs still anchoring the WR room and rookie Dalton Kincaid emerging as a reliable target, adding Olave would give the Bills one of the most dynamic receiving trios in the league. But prying him away from New Orleans would likely come at a steep price.
Jakobi Meyers Also on Buffalo’s Radar
If Olave is the home-run swing, then Jakobi Meyers might be the smart, steady double into the gap. Buffalo is reportedly also making calls on the Raiders wideout, who has been a productive and reliable target in Las Vegas.
Meyers doesn’t have the same top-end explosiveness as Olave, but he’s a polished route-runner with great hands and an ability to work the middle of the field. He’d be a natural fit in Buffalo’s offense, especially on third downs and in the red zone-two areas where the Bills have had some inconsistency this season.
With the Raiders in a bit of a transitional phase, Meyers could be more attainable than Olave. It’s a move that wouldn’t necessarily grab headlines, but it could pay real dividends down the stretch.
Defensive Help: Sebastian Joseph-Day a Name to Watch
On the defensive side of the ball, the Bills might be looking to shore up the interior of their line. One name that’s surfaced is Titans defensive tackle Sebastian Joseph-Day. With the team already dealing with injuries and depth concerns up front, Joseph-Day could provide a much-needed boost.
He’s a space-eater with experience in multiple fronts and could help plug the run while also offering some interior pass rush. If the Bills want to make a deep playoff run, fortifying the trenches could be just as important as adding another weapon for Allen.
Budda Baker Could Be a Game-Changer
Safety Budda Baker is another name being floated as a potential fit in Buffalo. While it’s unclear how aggressive the Cardinals are willing to be with their Pro Bowl safety, the Bills’ secondary could certainly use a jolt.
With Taylor Rapp and rookie Cole Bishop struggling in coverage and against the run, Baker would bring immediate leadership, range, and physicality to the back end. He’s a tone-setter-exactly the kind of player Sean McDermott typically covets, even if he’s usually cautious about integrating new pieces midseason. But with the AFC playoff picture tightening, now might be the time to take a big swing.
Maxx Crosby’s Cryptic Post Fuels Speculation
Then there’s Maxx Crosby. The Raiders EDGE rusher set off a wave of speculation with a heartfelt message to Raider Nation that read like a possible goodbye. While there’s no concrete link between Crosby and Buffalo at the moment, his post certainly raised eyebrows.
"Raider Nation I Love Yall With Everything In My Heart & Soul," Crosby wrote. "Yall Deserve Better. Stay As One, It Will Change."
It’s worth noting that Crosby is a cornerstone player for Las Vegas, and it would take a blockbuster offer to pry him away. But if the Raiders are open to reshaping their roster-and if the Bills are serious about going all-in-Crosby would be a franchise-altering addition to a defense that thrives on pressure and physicality.
What’s Next for Buffalo?
The clock is ticking, and the Bills have decisions to make. They’re a team with championship aspirations but also one that’s dealt with inconsistency and injuries on both sides of the ball. Whether it’s adding a dynamic wideout like Olave, a reliable target like Meyers, a run-stuffer like Joseph-Day, or a playmaker like Budda Baker, the right move could be the difference between another early playoff exit and a serious Super Bowl run.
One thing’s clear: Buffalo isn’t sitting idle. Now it’s just a matter of whether they can turn all this smoke into fire before the deadline hits.