The Los Angeles Rams have two intriguing wide receiver trade targets to consider ahead of the NFL trade deadline: Jacksonville Jaguars wideout Brian Thomas Jr. and Indianapolis Colts receiver Josh Downs. Both could provide a boost to Sean McVay’s offense, but they offer different solutions to the Rams’ needs.
Thomas represents the higher-upside investment, while Downs could be the more affordable option for a team looking to strengthen its receiving corps without sacrificing significant draft capital.
The case for Brian Thomas Jr.
1. Similarities between Liam Coen and Sean McVay’s offenses
Thomas already operates in an offensive system influenced by McVay’s coaching tree.