Buffalo Bills Seek Vertical Receiver Amid WR Struggles, Trade Talks

The Buffalo Bills continue to seek improvements at wide receiver as their current roster lacks a true deep threat despite a strong start to the season at 5-2. General manager Brandon Beane has explored the trade market, with potential targets including New Orleans speedster Rashid Shaheed and Jacksonville's Brian Thomas Jr., both of whom could provide the vertical threat the Bills need to complement Josh Allen. Thomas Jr., a former Pro Bowler, has seen a dip in production this season but remains a high-ceiling player who could thrive in Buffalo's offense. Meanwhile, the Bills have also seen players like Justin Shorter, who struggled to find a role in Buffalo, get a second chance with the Las Vegas Raiders, reflecting the team's ongoing evaluation of their receiving corps. Fans remain divided over the recent activation of Gabe Davis from the practice squad, with some viewing it as a stopgap rather than a true solution to the Bills' wide receiver issues. As the November 4 trade deadline approaches, the Bills face pressure to add a game-changing receiver to enhance their AFC title aspirations and support Josh Allen's MVP-caliber play.