The Jacksonville Jaguars have already been active ahead of the trade deadline, and the biggest question now is whether GM James Gladstone is done or still working the phones.
Defensive tackle has been one spot to watch, and the Jaguars have now added Davon Godchaux after exploring other options at the position. Before landing Godchaux, Jacksonville also looked into other defensive tackle targets, including the Eagles’ Moro Ojomo.
The Jaguars also made their first major move by trading for Falcons safety Jessie Bates. In that deal, Jacksonville is sending Atlanta a 2027 second-round pick and a 2028 fifth-round pick.
Even with those additions, the conversation around wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. has not gone away. The Jaguars have been hesitant to entertain trade talk involving Thomas, but ESPN’s Adam Schefter said Sunday that Jacksonville will at least hear what other teams have to say.
"Jacksonville has resisted trade overtures so far, but it sounds like they’re going to listen before Tuesday. We’ll see if they make a deal,"
If Thomas does become available, there should be no shortage of interest. According to Tom Pelissero, several teams are looking for help at receiver, with the Chiefs, Steelers and 49ers among those calling around.
"The Chiefs, Steelers and 49ers are among the teams calling around for WR help, and it’s a good bet multiple receivers will be traded by Tuesday’s deadline."
All of it comes with the deadline clock ticking. Every deal has to be finished by 4:00 PM ET on Tuesday, Nov. 10.
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