Bills Seek Receivers, Defensive Help Before Deadline

With the Nov. 4 NFL trade deadline approaching, the Buffalo Bills — hampered by injuries including Ed Oliver’s torn biceps, multiple defensive-tackle losses and safeties Taylor Rapp and Damar Hamlin on injured reserve — are expected to be active buyers to shore up defensive tackle, safety, linebacker and cornerback depth while also seeking a difference-making wide receiver. Coach Sean McDermott plans to meet with GM Brandon Beane as the team attempts to protect Josh Allen and extend its five-year AFC East title streak. Reported receiver targets include Thomas Jr., Chris Olave, Rashid Shaheed and Jakobi Meyers, while defensive targets discussed include Jeremy Chinn, Logan Wilson and (less feasibly) Jeffery Simmons. The Bills have already added veteran Jordan Phillips off the practice squad. Observers note cost and feasibility concerns — Las Vegas reportedly seeking a Day 2 pick for Meyers and Tennessee deals for Simmons appearing unlikely — so Buffalo may have to balance pricetag and positional urgency to land a true midseason difference-maker.