The Buffalo Bills are heating up at the right time, and after a 35-31 win over the New England Patriots in Week 15, they’re inching closer to locking up a playoff spot. Not only that, but they’re still in the hunt for a sixth straight AFC East title. But as the postseason looms, there’s a familiar question hanging over this team: do they have enough firepower at wide receiver to truly make a deep run?
Let’s be honest - ever since Stefon Diggs was traded to the Houston Texans back in April, the Bills have been searching for that true No. 1 target for Josh Allen. And while the offense has found ways to move the ball, the absence of an elite, go-to receiver has shown up in key moments. Buffalo’s passing game just hasn’t had the same bite, and that could become a major issue come playoff time, when margins shrink and every possession matters.
So, what’s the solution? According to a recent trade proposal that lit up social media, it might be time for Buffalo to swing big - again.
FanDuel floated a hypothetical blockbuster that has fans buzzing: the Bills would send two first-round picks, a 2027 seventh-rounder, and wide receiver Keon Coleman to the Minnesota Vikings in exchange for star wideout Justin Jefferson and a 2027 sixth-round pick.
Now, let’s unpack that.
Jefferson, when healthy and in rhythm, is arguably the best receiver in football. But this season has been anything but normal for him.
He’s posted just 66 catches for 832 yards and two touchdowns - easily the least productive campaign of his career. Even in 2023, when injuries limited his availability, he still found the end zone more than he has this year.
Of course, the dip in production isn’t all on him. Minnesota’s quarterback carousel in 2025 has been relentless.
The Vikings have cycled through multiple signal-callers while trying to evaluate rookie J.J. McCarthy, and that instability has clearly impacted Jefferson’s numbers.
Still, despite the frustration, Jefferson’s remained relatively quiet - a rare trait for a wide receiver of his caliber. But make no mistake, the signs are there: he wants to win, and the Vikings haven’t put him in position to do that this season.
That’s where Buffalo could come in.
Pairing Josh Allen with Justin Jefferson would be a game-changer. Allen’s arm talent and aggressive play style would mesh perfectly with Jefferson’s elite route running and ability to win at every level of the field. It’s the kind of pairing that could instantly elevate the Bills’ offense from good to terrifying - especially in the postseason, where having a true alpha wideout can be the difference between going home early and hoisting a Lombardi.
Yes, the cost would be steep. Two first-round picks and a promising young receiver like Keon Coleman is a significant haul.
And yes, the financials would be tricky - Jefferson is going to command a massive contract. But when you’re in win-now mode, and your franchise quarterback is in his prime, these are the kinds of moves that can redefine a team’s trajectory.
Let’s also not forget: the Bills have been here before. Trading for Diggs in 2020 was the catalyst that unlocked Josh Allen’s MVP-caliber rise. A move for Jefferson could have a similar - if not greater - impact.
Whether this deal ever comes close to reality remains to be seen. But the idea itself underscores a very real point: if the Bills want to maximize their Super Bowl window, they can’t afford to roll into January without a true No. 1 receiver. And if Jefferson becomes available, Buffalo should be first in line to make that call.