Overview
- Head coach Liam Coen said Monday the team has no plans to move Brian Thomas Jr., framing the bye as a reset and expressing confidence in a second-half rebound.
- The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reported the Jaguars were listening to calls on the receiver, though multiple outlets characterized a trade as unlikely.
- Thomas has 27 catches for 365 yards and one touchdown through seven games and has been flagged by outlets for one of the league’s highest drop counts and rates, contributing to a broader team drop issue affecting Trevor Lawrence’s incompletions.
- Expectations remain high after Thomas’ 2024 rookie breakout with 1,282 yards and 10 touchdowns, a benchmark Coen referenced while backing the 23-year-old.
- With the Nov. 4 trade deadline nearing, Jacksonville intends to keep Thomas in the lineup as it evaluates Travis Hunter’s offensive usage and explores defensive help.